Hong Kong – CASBAA, Asia-Pacific’s association for multichannel TV, welcomed two new Corporate Members, Arris and RTL Media Group to its roster during the second half of 2013, with Scripps Networks upgrading its status to Patron member.

“Arris, RTL Media Group and Scripps Networks represent two important sectors within the multichannel TV industry – technology and content,” said Christopher Slaughter, CEO, CASBAA. “Their participation in the Association will only further strengthen CASBAA’s representation of the broadcast industry in the Asia Pacific.”

With powerful platforms to enable service and content providers to connect with each other, Arris is a broadband and video technology company that transforms how service providers worldwide deliver entertainment and communications.

RTL CBS Asia Entertainment Network is a venture between two of the world’s largest content producers: RTL Group, a leading European entertainment network, and CBS Studios International, a leading supplier of programming to the international market place.

Scripps Networks is a worldwide leader in lifestyle media with trendy television and internet brands: Food Network, HGTV, FLN, Travel Channel, DIY Network, GAC, and the Cooking Channel. In addition to its U.S.-based brands, Scripps Networks also operates channels in India, the UK, Canada, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East.