Backlite Media, the Dubai-based outdoor advertising company, has expanded The Landmark Series into Abu Dhabi. The Landmark Series in Abu Dhabi will feature a collection of "visually stunning" outdoor advertising structures strategically positioned in key, high-profile locations across the city. In line with this vision, the company has launched the award-winning Triple Crown in the heart of Abu Dhabi. With its impressive scale and strategic placements aimed at targeting Abu Dhabi’s high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) and Emiratis, The Triple Crown is set to offer advertisers unparalleled visibility and exposure to a diverse audience.The company announced that the Landmark Series presents an exciting opportunity for businesses to engage with consumers in Abu Dhabi in a meaningful and impactful manner.“We are excited to introduce The Landmark Series to Abu Dhabi and expand our presence in the region,” remarked James Bicknell, CEO of BackLite Media. “With the city now recognised as a preferred hub for investments, business and real estate, Abu Dhabi provides the ideal backdrop for our innovative advertising structures. We are confident that The Landmark Series will enhance the city’s advertising landscape and offer premium brands a powerful platform to connect with elite audiences.”Through the integration of cutting-edge technology and creative design, The Landmark Series is poised to deliver unparalleled visibility and engagement for advertisers while enhancing the urban landscape of Abu Dhabi.

BackLite Media, the leading digital out-of-home (DOOH) advertising company in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), has announced a partnership with Place Exchange, the leading SSP for programmatic out-of-home (OOH) media, to accelerate the programmatic transformation of DOOH in the UAE and increase opportunities for DOOH to be included in omnichannel marketing strategies.BackLite Media offers premium DOOH media opportunities across a diverse array of settings in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, ranging from bustling highways like Sheikh Zayed Road to upscale malls and destinations. This expansive coverage across the UAE ensures that BackLite Media effectively reaches individuals throughout their daily journeys and at key destinations. The integration with Place Exchange enables advertisers to seamlessly tap into this extensive inventory through their DSPs with a variety of programmatic buying options, including open auction, programmatic guaranteed and private marketplace deals.Sean Gadsby, Head of Programmatic at BackLite Media, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership with Place Exchange, highlighting the potential to unlock new revenue streams and attract interest from global buyers. "Place Exchange is a prominent name in the industry, and we're eagerly anticipating the prospects this partnership brings on a global level. The collaboration with Place Exchange will empower our clients with unparalleled programmatic capabilities and a seamless workflow to incorporate BackLite Media in omnichannel purchases."“There is growing demand by local and global advertisers for DOOH inventory in this market,” said Nick Bennett, SVP of Partnerships at Place Exchange. “Through this integration with BackLite Media, they can now deliver high-impact OOH messaging to audiences throughout the UAE with scale, automation, and flexibility like never before.”The BackLite Media and Place Exchange integration heralds a new chapter in programmatic OOH media evolution in the UAE. This collaboration will enable advertisers to seamlessly leverage BackLite Media's comprehensive DOOH inventory while capitalizing on the benefits of programmatic buying and streamlined workflow integration. As the partnership gains momentum, it stands poised to contribute to the continued evolution of programmatic advertising in the UAE market.

BackLite Media has announced its further expansion into the out-of-home media market in Abu Dhabi. In 2023, the company will launch a range of new digital billboards at Al Qana, the city’s latest waterfront destination. Its new range includes a curved screen, which will be the first Forced Perspective 3D billboard in Abu Dhabi. The FP3D billboard will offer viewers a unique and immersive experience.BackLite Media CEO James Bicknell comments: “We are deeply honored that Al Qana has partnered with us to showcase just how special their new development is. We have worked together to develop a first-class digital advertising product to enhance the unique Al Qana destination. We look forward to welcoming our first clients soon.”Spanning over 146,000 sqm, Al Qana offers a unique collection of attractions. These attractions include waterfront restaurants, cinema experiences, the Middle East’s largest aquarium, a marina, a unique fitness and wellness facility, retail boutiques, a virtual reality and e-sports arena, as well as landscaped communal areas to encourage social interaction.The project primarily targets an affluent audience of locals and high-net-worth individuals from Abu Dhabi City, with 90% of visitors currently consisting of local Emirati citizens. Our 3D screen, The Curve @ Al Qana, will feature as part of the project. The screen will be the first 3D billboard in Abu Dhabi, with visuals on a 15-second loop every 120 seconds. The Curve @ Al Qana will be fully operational starting March 21st, visible on Khaleej Al Arabi, a major highway in Abu Dhabi that is also the main road used when leaving the airport.“As well as The Curve @Al Qana, we will launch a range of advertising boards at this venue. Launching our digital billboards at Al Qana is an exciting step for BackLite Media. We are proud to be the first company to offer this technology in Abu Dhabi. We look forward to providing our clients with the best out-of-home advertising solutions. Our team is committed to providing our clients with the highest quality of service, and we are confident that our new destination will be a great success,” he added.