Gearhouse Wins International Award

	John McDermott, George Majola, Ofer Lapid, Thembani Wiseman Lokoza, and Andrew Potter

Gearhouse SA was awarded the accolade of Favorite International Production Company at the TPi Awards. The event acknowledges the achievements of individuals and service companies working within the industry and attracts over 1,100 people from all areas of the live music business.

This year's event was held on 13 February 2012 at The Novotel London West in Hammersmith, London.

"We were proud to have even been considered a contender in the company of industry players of the stature of Ampco Flashlight, Clair, Firehouse New York, Melpomen, and Roadrunner Belgium and absolutely honored to have won." says Gearhouse marketing manager, Robyn D'Alessandro.

Joint managing director, Ofer Lapid adds, "This is the second time we have won this award and it is fantastic to realize that European and British industry players appreciate our endeavors to match international standards. However, looking past the warm and fuzzy feelings, I believe that this is not only a recognition of Gearhouse achievements but an acknowledgement of the achievements of the South African events industry as a whole and of the country as a world class event destination. It means that they realize that artists/speakers can arrive in this country and receive exactly the same quality and service and equipment as in other countries they have been touring."

He emphasises that their success is due to "the attitude and dedication of our amazing crew, who each individually deserve this award for delivering professional service through both good times and bad!"