Phoenix Networks Raises the Roof with Giant Truss' DDR 86
Stage set-up for Arijit Singh's concert in Indore, by Phoenix Networks, who are the first in Central
India to deploy the Giant Truss DDR 86 Roof System, powering landmark shows like Arijit Singh, Honey
Singh, and Zomaland
In a significant stride for Central India's live event production scene, Phoenix Networks has
etched
its name in bold by becoming the first company in the region to invest in the highly sought-after
DDR 86 roof truss system from Giant Truss. Renowned for their meticulous execution of
high-profile
productions, Phoenix wasted no time in putting the advanced system to work, rigging the DDR 86 for
four back-to-back mega-productions, beginning with Honey Singh's concert in Indore, followed
by a
rapid deployment for another Honey Singh show in Ahmedabad, then on to the vibrant Zomaland
festival
in Indore, and culminating with the highly demanding Arijit Singh concert.
The pace and pressure of execution of four mega-productions in 36 days, across two states with
vastly different terrains and climates demonstrated team Phoenix's technical mastery and logistical
agility. Each show came with its own set of challenges, but the DDR 86 proved to be a versatile
powerhouse as Phoenix Network's crew rose to meet every demand with characteristic precision and
resilience.
Arijit Singh's Indore concert, y emerged as a masterclass in engineering finesse and operational
tenacity. Phoenix Networks's team, led by Founder Director, Animesh Mishra, faced down punishing
weather conditions as strong winds swept through the venue. With gusts breaching 70 km/h and
sustained winds averaging 23 km/h, this was no ordinary outdoor rig. The Phoenix team leaned into
their preparation and experience, proactively redesigning structural elements to counteract wind
loads and adding extra ballast for improved anchoring. High atop the truss, wind meters constantly
monitored real-time conditions while automated alerts ensured every deviation was met with rapid
response. All of this, while never compromising on the rig's aesthetic or its ability to support a
full-scale, immersive stage design that matched Arijit Singh's musical grandeur.
"The DDR 86 isn't just a piece of equipment, it's a shift in what's possible for large-format event
productions in this region. Deploying it for Arijit's concert was about more than just
infrastructure. It was about setting a new benchmark, one where technical sophistication, structural
reliability, and artistic ambition align!" exclaimed Animesh Mishra.
The DDR 86 system was delivered directly to site for the Honey Singh show, a full-scale concert and,
effectively, a live learning for the Phoenix crew. From structural dynamics to modular rigging, load
distribution, and wind compliance, the crew immersed themselves in not just on-site learning but
mastering the nuances of safely designing and deploying the imposing DDR 86 system. And when
Arijit's Indore concert rolled around; the team had already mastered the deployment, executing the
full rig independently, flawlessly, and under significantly harsher weather conditions.
"This wasn't a fluke or a fortunate outcome. It's the culmination of years of Phoenix Networks
investing in talent, systems, and a zero-compromise culture. As a unit, we have long demonstrated an
aptitude for solving high-pressure production puzzles, most notably during Ed Sheeran's
groundbreaking Mathematics Tour in Mumbai, and the Kathmandu Music Festival in Nepal"
notes Animesh.
With over 55,000 fans packed into the Mahalaxmi Race Course and a rotating 360-degree stage rigged
with over 160 Meyer Sound Panther and Leopard line arrays, Phoenix showed they could
match
international standards on Indian soil. Their subsequent foray into Nepal for the Kathmandu Music
Festival, complete with snow blizzards, border logistics and altitude-induced challenges, further
reinforced their stature as a production powerhouse with global competence.
The DDR 86, engineered by Giant Truss for large-span applications with high-tensile yet lightweight
aluminium construction, delivered the kind of structural integrity and rigging flexibility that's
typically reserved for global arena-scale productions. Phoenix's deployment of the system proved not
only that such rigs are now viable in the Central Indian belt, but that with the right minds behind
them, they can be elevated to something greater.
"Our job is never just to build, it's to anticipate, to adapt, and to elevate," Animesh reflected
"From the first ballast to the final note ringing out across the venue, our team owned every inch of
the production. Safety, beauty, and strength, all executed to the millimetre. And this milestone
isn't just a feather in the cap for Phoenix Networks, it's a call to the broader Indian live events
industry to reimagine what's possible, even in regions and climates that have traditionally been
considered secondary."