Hoping to attract gaming, animation, and filming companies to the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) region, Catapult Animation Studios has announced its recent establishing. The Malaysia-based company operates on a “work for hire” basis, capable of services in computer, traditional, and Flash animation; modeling; and background and set designing. In addition, Catapult provides full-fledged optical motion-capture services, utilizing a 16 camera setup with its sister studio. Likewise, the company is involved in developing multimedia and new media projects. For instance, Catapult is currently working on e-portals, e-learning solutions for various educational facilities.