Martin Audio has announced the appointment of Simon Honywill as its new market development manager for live sound, production, and immersive audio markets. Honywill’s appointment follows a long association with Martin Audio during an extensive career spanning over two decades in sound engineering.
As market development manager, Honywill will spearhead efforts to expand Martin Audio’s presence in the live sound and immersive audio markets. His new responsibilities will involve working globally, with a particular focus on Europe and the Middle East, fostering stronger relationships with both existing and prospective clients. His travels are set to begin with key industry events, including Pro Lab’s Open Day in Dubai and the LEaT.con trade fair in Hamburg.
He said: “I’m utterly thrilled about this new role. After years of working as a sound engineer, I’ve been looking for a way to bring my expertise to a broader market and make a bigger impact. This role with Martin Audio offers me exactly that opportunity. I’ve always admired the company’s innovation, and now I have the chance to be part of shaping its future.”
One of the highlights of Honywill’s career is his long-standing involvement with the Glastonbury Festival in the UK. His connection with the event will continue in his new role, where he remains actively involved in sound design and implementation. He commented: “I’ll still be working with Glastonbury, particularly on Block 9, which could see some exciting changes in the near future. It’s a fantastic opportunity to integrate Martin Audio’s latest technologies into one of the world’s biggest festivals.”
Alongside his ongoing festival work, Honywill will continue to support major sound installations. “I’ve spent years working on festival systems, including the Pyramid and West Holts stages at Glastonbury. These setups are already at the forefront of sound engineering, but I’m eager to push the boundaries even further, especially as new technologies become available,” he added.