Hawk-Eye Innovations
Hawk-Eye Innovations, founded in 2001 and headquartered in Basingstoke, UK, provides advanced optical tracking, vision-processing, and video review technologies to 23 of the top 25 sports leagues globally. The company, part of the Sony family, employs over 1400 team members across 43 countries and offers a suite of products and services for performance tracking, broadcast replay, and data visualization.
History
Hawk-Eye Innovations was founded in 2001 and has grown significantly since its inception. The company is headquartered in Basingstoke, UK. Over the years, it has become part of the Sony family, expanding its influence and reach across the globe.
Services
Hawk-Eye Innovations provides a range of services focused on optical tracking, vision-processing, video review, and creative graphic technologies. These services are designed for sports leagues and federations to improve performance tracking and broadcast capabilities. Their offerings include specialized video review systems for various sports, production systems like HawkREPLAY, analyst systems for on-field perspectives, and bespoke technology solutions for clients.
Products
Hawk-Eye Innovations offers a suite of industry-leading products derived from three anchor technologies: SMART, TRACK, and INSIGHT. SMART technology supports video capture, review, and distribution. TRACK systems facilitate performance tracking, and INSIGHT technology handles data collation and visualization. The company also launched HawkVISION, a new virtual recreation solution, and showcased a broadcast replay solution at NAB 2022. Their product lineup includes graphics systems for broadcast, timers for stakeholder communication, and content/data platforms for post-match analysis.
Sector
Hawk-Eye Innovations operates within the sports technology sector, specializing in solutions for performance tracking, video review, and broadcast graphics. They work with 23 of the top 25 sports leagues and federations globally and have partnerships with organizations like Swimming Victoria and the NBA. Their technologies are utilized in sports such as football, tennis, cricket, and motorsport, providing advanced measurement and analytical capabilities.
Global Presence
Hawk-Eye Innovations has a significant global presence, with over 1400 team members operating from offices and remote centers across 43 countries. This extensive network supports their comprehensive service and product offerings, ensuring high-quality performance and customer support across various international markets.