We are a global community of companies and individuals that works behind the scenes to deliver awe-inspiring live events and installations around the world.
As an association, PLASA provides its members with a platform and voice to address vital industry issues. We do this by promoting best practices and skills, publishing safety standards and industry research, and facilitating trade and networking opportunities.
These vital activities are supported by our market-leading publications and trade shows, as well as our recognised training pathways – all of which offer opportunities to elevate your career and strengthen your business.
PLASA MEMBERSHIP
Access a global community and a suite of benefits
The PLASA membership is a vibrant community of hard working, passionate professionals who we work in tandem with to ensure our services are timely and relevant for the current climate.
So whether you need business support, technical knowledge or a friendly helping hand – PLASA is here for you. Furthermore, your membership will demonstrate commitment to high standards and safe practices.
LSi, the market-leading title for the entertainment technology industryRigging and Production Initiatives
We are committed to supporting the technical skills and creative talents of people working in the events and entertainment industries
The NRC is the industry standard certification for rigging professionals with sufficient work experience.
This is a training pathway for new entrants seeking a career in rigging. This scheme will help you work towards the industry certification (NRC).
NELT is for production technicians who carry out lifting operations from the ground.
#WEMAKEEVENTS
Join the campaign to protect the live events and entertainment industry
PLASA founded #WeMakeEvents at the beginning of the lockdown in Spring 2020 to amplify the voice of the live events supply chain and call for urgent support.
Even though live events and entertainment are slowly returning around the globe there is still plenty of work to do, and we invite you to get involved…
OUR Latest News
This year’s winners of the PLASA Awards for Innovation were announced last night at PLASA Show at Olympia London. The Innovation Awards, run in association with LSi magazine, are respected industry-wide for celebrating future-focussed tech that improves safety, efficiency and performance through new methods and materials.
In step with the welcome return of the British summer, PLASA Show made a triumphant return to the Grand Hall of Olympia London from 3-5 September, proudly spanning a third more floor space with a striking 28% increase in visitors.
The PLASA-hosted technical lighting event, PlugFest, returns to Lille, France from 16-19 April 2024, bringing together lighting professionals from across Europe to test products and learn about protocols and standards.
