TOA UK MD Ian Bridgewater receives ISCVE Fellowship recognition
Iain Hoey
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ISCVE Board awards Fellowship to TOA UK’s Ian Bridgewater
TOA Corporation has reported that Ian Bridgewater, Managing Director of TOA Corporation (UK) Ltd, has been made a Fellow of the Institute of Sound, Communication and Visual Engineers (ISCVE).
The announcement was made at ISCVE’s recent AGM, conference and exhibition.
According to TOA Corporation, the Institute’s Board selected Bridgewater for Fellowship in recognition of his service to the audio and AV industry.
Bridgewater has worked at TOA for more than 30 years.
He started as an engineer and later became Technical Director before being appointed Managing Director in 2024.
Industry service highlighted in ISCVE recognition
Bridgewater responded to the news of his Fellowship by saying: “I am truly humbled and delighted to become a Fellow of ISCVE.
“It was a real surprise and not something I was expecting at all.
“Receiving it is a real honour and I am thrilled to be able to continue to fly the flag for audio and the AV industry as a whole.”
The ISCVE Board stated that the decision to award the Fellowship was based on Bridgewater’s long-standing commitment to the sector and his contribution to the Institute.
ISCVE Board praises long service and industry impact
Ros Wigmore, Business Manager of ISCVE, commented on the award: “Ian is a worthy recipient of the Fellowship.
“The Board were so pleased to be able to celebrate his achievements and his long service to both the Institute and the industry.”
The Fellowship is one of the highest forms of recognition awarded by ISCVE.
It acknowledges individuals who have shown dedication and long-term involvement in professional audio, communication, and visual engineering.
Recognition specific to UK audio and AV sectors
The Fellowship was awarded during the Institute’s UK-based event, making the recognition specific to the British audio and AV industry.
TOA Corporation (UK) Ltd is a provider of voice alarm, public address, and audio communications systems across the country.
Bridgewater’s role as Managing Director is based in the UK and his service has been primarily within the domestic market.
Ian Bridgewater receives ISCVE Fellowship recognition: Summary
Ian Bridgewater, Managing Director of TOA Corporation (UK) Ltd, has been awarded a Fellowship by the Institute of Sound, Communication and Visual Engineers.
The announcement was made at ISCVE’s AGM, conference and exhibition.
Bridgewater has served at TOA for more than 30 years in roles including engineer, Technical Director, and, from 2024, Managing Director.
He stated that the recognition was unexpected and expressed gratitude for the honour.
The ISCVE Board awarded the Fellowship for Bridgewater’s service to the audio and AV industry.
Ros Wigmore, ISCVE Business Manager, stated that the Board was pleased to acknowledge his contributions.
The award relates to his work in the UK audio sector.
The recognition was given by ISCVE in the UK.
Bridgewater’s work at TOA Corporation (UK) Ltd continues.
