Retekess will unveil a suite of wireless audio solutions at WTM London, aimed at helping tour operators, museums, attractions and corporate events improve visitor communication and accessibility. The company will exhibit at ExCeL London from 3 to 5 November, demonstrating a mix of guide systems, translation tools and self-guided audio products designed for busy, multilingual environments.
AI translation and group comms for tourism
At the centre of Retekess’s stand will be the TT136 AI translation guide system, which the company says supports translation in 120 languages. The TT136 offers features such as dual-language audio broadcasting and two-way group translation, intended to assist tourism businesses that host international visitors and need real-time multilingual communication.
The product range on display also includes models tailored for guided tours where background noise can be a challenge: the T130P, T130U and TT106S. These systems are described as practical solutions to help guides communicate clearly with groups in crowded or noisy locations.
Options for museums, rentals and corporate use
For visitor attractions and museums seeking self-guided or pre-recorded experiences, Retekess will demonstrate the TT128 and TT127. These systems offer flexible options for exhibit interpretation and multilanguage audio tours without requiring a guide to speak in real time.
Retekess is also positioning products for rental companies, distributors and resellers. The company will launch the TGS-50, a unit that reportedly supports up to 70 simultaneous groups and includes noise-cancellation and an OLED display — features that may appeal to businesses that lend equipment for events and tours.
Beyond tourism, the exhibitor will highlight audio systems for business visits, training sessions and conferences, listing models such as the TT126 and TT129 alongside its multilingual communication tools.
What this means for South African operators
South African tour operators, museums and event organisers looking to increase accessibility for international visitors should note three practical takeaways from Retekess’s showcase:
- Real-time AI translation can broaden the reach of guided tours and events by supporting many languages without needing multiple human guides.
- Dedicated guided-tour systems with noise-reduction technology help maintain clarity in crowded or outdoor settings where background sound is an issue.
- Rental-ready devices that support multiple simultaneous groups can reduce logistical headaches for event planners and tour operators managing varied visitor flows.
The systems on display are positioned to serve the full visitor-value chain: from in-person guided tours and gallery interpretation to corporate training and large conferences. For smaller, budget-conscious operators the appeal lies in scalable solutions that can be hired or bought depending on demand.
| Product | Use case | Notable feature |
|---|---|---|
| TT136 | Guided tours, multilingual groups | AI translation in 120 languages |
| T130P / T130U / TT106S | Guided tours in noisy environments | Improved audio clarity |
| TT128 / TT127 | Museums, self-guided tours | Pre-recorded audio options |
| TGS-50 | Distributors, rental companies | Supports up to 70 groups, noise-cancellation |
For South African cultural institutions and tour operators planning upgrades ahead of next season, the Retekess offerings illustrate a trend towards integrating AI and wireless audio to improve visitor engagement and inclusivity. Operators weighing replacements or new kit should consider the balance between live-guided experiences and self-guided audio, as well as the costs and logistics of providing multi-language access.
Retekess will use WTM London as an opportunity to meet tourism professionals, venue operators and potential distribution partners to demonstrate how its systems may be deployed across tourism, attractions and corporate events.
