Audio metering and monitoring company RTW has appointed Dubai-based QvestMedia as its distributor and sales support agent in the Middle East.

Commenting on the appointment, sai Andreas Tweitmann, managing director of RTW said: "QvestMedia is a very well-positioned partner for RTW's continued expansion in global markets. Their expertise and track record is second to none, and from the company's base in Dubai Media City, it is perfectly placed to service the burgeoning broadcast industry in the region."

QvestMedia is a subsidiary of the German firm Wellen+Nöthen and provides sales, rental, system integration and services.

"RTW's rapid development of innovative audio tools for surround sound and HDTV production has established the company as a leader in its field," said Peter Noethen general manager of QvestMedia. "Our customers increasingly face the issue of high-quality sound handling in the changeover from stereo to surround programming, and in dealing with loudness correctly. RTW's product line provides excellent solutions to these challenges."