Surrey, UK – 02 April 2026 – Mark Roberts Motion Control (MRMC) today announces the appointment of Nick Barthee as Chief Operating Officer, strengthening its leadership as the company continues to support its customers and build on its established position in the global broadcast & motion control robotics market.
Following its transition from Nikon ownership, MRMC continues normal operations with no changes to its day-to-day activities, leadership structure, or customer commitments, maintaining the same high-quality delivery of products, service, and support that customers and partners expect.
Nick brings more than two decades of operational and engineering leadership experience across high-tech manufacturing. Previously, as COO and Director of Operations at Mo-Sys, he played a key role in scaling global operations, implementing advanced manufacturing systems, and supporting international growth. His earlier experience includes senior positions at Kinsey Ross & Harlow Group, contributing to B2B production innovation and operational strategy.
As COO, Nick will oversee global operations, production strategy, and cross-divisional integration across MRMC’s Broadcast and Motion Control product groups.
“MRMC has long been recognised for its world-leading engineering and robotics systems. Having spent years in the robotics and virtual production sectors, I’ve always admired the company’s innovation and technical excellence. I’m pleased to join the team and support its continued development.”
MRMC will be exhibiting at NAB Show Las Vegas Convention Center, Central Hall Booth C5220.
About Mark Roberts Motion Control (MRMC)
Mark Roberts Motion Control (MRMC) is a global leader in camera robotics, motion control and automation technologies for film, broadcast and live production. Founded in 1966, MRMC designs, manufactures and assembles robotic camera systems, pan-tilt and multi-axis heads, tracking technologies and software solutions that enable precise, repeatable and creative camera movement.
MRMC’s technologies have been used on more than 300 feature films, collectively generating billions of dollars at the global box office, and are deployed worldwide by film studios, broadcasters, sports organisations and production facilities. Supporting applications ranging from high-end cinematography and studio automation to remote image capture and volumetric production, the company’s engineering achievements have been recognised with multiple industry awards, reflecting a long-standing commitment to technical excellence. For more information, visit www.mrmoco.com
