Professional interpreting for President Gorbachev in London

Gorby 80, the organisation behind the 80th birthday celebrations for Mikhail Gorbachev, enlisted the expertise of Guildhawk for the star-studded gala at London’s Royal Albert Hall.This grand event, attended by renowned Russian and Hollywood personalities, featured music by the London Symphony Orchestra and celebrated musical stars.

The Challenge

Overcoming complex interpreting and technical requirements

The Gorby 80 team faced the challenge of ensuring seamless communication during the event, with a need for simultaneous Russian and French interpreters. Additionally, they required 400 headsets for the audience to receive translations.

The event's technical broadcast specifications were stringent, demanding precise execution to archive and catalogue the proceedings for future generations.

The Solution

Guildhawk's expert coordination and seamless execution

Guildhawk stepped in to provide certified professional interpreters with extensive event experience. The selected interpreters demonstrated their capability to deliver flawless translations under pressure.

For the audience headsets, Guildhawk collaborated directly with the venue team to ensure the correct interpretation, radio transmission systems, and receivers were in place. An appointed technical team of technicians took full responsibility for installing and operating the equipment, ensuring a seamless experience for all attendees.

The Result

Unbridled success and grateful acknowledgment

With no room for error, Guildhawk's expertise played a pivotal role in the unbridled success of the event. The Gorby 80 team in Moscow expressed their gratitude for Guildhawk's contribution, emphasising the seamless execution. Distinguished attendees enjoyed the festivities, and the event stood out as a wonderful celebration of the guest of honour, Mikhail Gorbachev.

Our commitment to precision and professionalism not only met but exceeded the exacting requirements, building trust and credibility in delivering top-notch language services for high-profile events.