BBC Partnership
In a move set to reshape the future of science-based entertainment, Moonraker VFX and BBC Studios Science Unit have announced a strategic creative partnership aimed at delivering a new generation of immersive, cinematic experiences for the global Location Based Entertainment (LBE) sector.
This collaboration brings together the scientific storytelling expertise of BBC Studios Science Unit with the technical artistry of Moonraker VFX, a leader in immersive media and large-format visual content. With the LBE market projected to exceed $30 billion by 2030, the partnership signals a shared intent to innovate at scale within one of the fastest-growing segments of global entertainment.
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Simon Clarke had the pleasure of talking yesterday with Rob Liddell and #SkiptheQueue on a podcast about a new IP partnership that Moonraker VFX have formed with #BBCStudios Science that reveals our vision to create inspiring, storyled and visually spectacular content for the Immersive and Location Based Entertainment sectors.
A Fusion of Science, Spectacle and Immersion
BBC Studios Science Unit has built a global reputation for translating complex scientific ideas into accessible, emotionally resonant content. Their productions consistently push the boundaries of how audiences engage with science and the natural world. Moonraker VFX, meanwhile, is recognised for its cutting-edge visual effects and immersive storytelling, with a portfolio that spans planetariums, museum exhibits, and large-scale digital installations.
By merging their core capabilities, the partnership will create a slate of multi-sensory projects designed for deployment across immersive venues worldwide. These experiences will offer audiences of all ages the chance to explore the universe, the natural world, and the boundaries of scientific discovery in ways that are emotionally compelling and intellectually rigorous.
Delivering Innovation to a Growing Market
The new slate of content under development aims to set a benchmark for editorial and technical excellence in the LBE industry. Each project will blend data-driven scientific insight with narrative structure and high-fidelity visuals, enabling operators to offer experiences that are entertaining and deeply educational.
Moonraker’s expertise in crafting scalable, immersive visual environments will play a key role in delivering these experiences across diverse platforms, including immersive domes, mixed-reality environments, and interactive visitor attractions.
For BBC Studios Science Unit, the move reflects a strategic commitment to extend its global reach through innovative formats. While both companies have previously collaborated on acclaimed science series such as Earth and Evolution, this partnership marks a formal evolution into immersive formats tailored for LBE operators.
Strategic Industry Positioning
As the immersive entertainment sector becomes increasingly competitive, partnerships like this represent a key differentiator for LBE stakeholders seeking high-quality, science-led attractions with global recognition.
With market-ready content and a shared legacy of delivering impactful storytelling, BBC Studios Science Unit and Moonraker VFX are positioning themselves as leaders in the next phase of immersive science entertainment. Their joint ambition is to create experiences that are emotionally engaging, intellectually enriching, and technologically exceptional, setting a new standard for what location-based science content can achieve.
