Kuala Lumpur – MEASAT Satellite Systems Sdn. Bhd. announced that Encompass Digital Media is expanding their presence on MEASAT’s leading 91.5°E video neighbourhood.

Eight more channels are now available from 91.5°E: HITS HD, KIX360 SD, Zee Sine SD, beIN Asia Pacific’s Indonesia feeds – beIN SPORTS 1, beIN SPORTS 2, beIN SPORTS 3, WAKUWAKU JAPAN SEA HD and WAKUWAKU JAPAN Taiwan HD, all of which are distributed to TV platforms in more than 100 countries across the Asia Pacific.

“Encompass is delighted to increase our video line-up in MEASAT’s 91.5°E video hotslot. With satellite still the preferred means for linear TV distribution for emerging markets, MEASAT and Encompass are working together to expand in this segment,” said Deepakjit Singh, Chief Innovation Officer, Encompass. “We look forward to continue growing with MEASAT in the years to come.”

“By strengthening our partnership, MEASAT and Encompass continue to increase compelling content for Asia Pacific audiences,” said Yau Chyong Lim, Chief Operating Officer, MEASAT. “Video continues to be MEASAT’s core focus and we will continue to grow this segment in cooperation with partners, content providers and channel operators.”

The 91.5°E prime video hot slot is home to the MEASAT-3, MEASAT-3a and MEASAT-3b satellites, forming the region’s strongest video neighbourhood. From 91.5°E, MEASAT supports broadcasters and DTH operators to distribute UHD, HD and SD channels to audiences across Asia, Australia, East Africa and South Eastern Europe.