SINGAPORE/MALE – Rewind Networks and Dhiraagu have launched HITS (Channel 51) in the Maldives on Dhiraagu TV. The channel, broadcast in HD, is part of Dhiraagu TV’s basic-tier Intro Pack. “The launch of HITS in its 9th market in Asia is a testament to the region’s strong demand for a highly compelling, well curated entertainment destination,” said Mr Avi Himatsinghani, CEO of Rewind Networks. As HITS continues its rapid expansion across Asia, subscribers will be able to … [Read more...] about Rewind Networks’ HITS launched in the Maldives
Cartoon Network Entertainment Park to open in Bali
Turner Asia Pacific has announced a licensing partnership with Indonesian real-estate and hospitality investment company MAJ Group, to develop a 4.3-hectare entertainment park in Bali. The family destination will feature the island’s largest waterpark and an indoor entertainment centre – all splashed with Cartoon Network theming. Slated to be fully operational in 2020, the development will include thrilling water rides, and massive surf and wave pools. The integrated project will be … [Read more...] about Cartoon Network Entertainment Park to open in Bali
Second season of The Temasek Short Film Project kicks off
Can humans and robots co-exist in peace? What if one could replace painful memories with happy fantasies at the flick of a switch? Anchored on the theme of “Beyond 2020”, the second season of 20/20: The Temasek Short Film Project has officially started its run. With 20 short films and music videos by 20 groups of young filmmakers – this season sees Singapore’s filmmaking talent bring to life themes such as tech disruption, social resilience and environmental degradation, after a … [Read more...] about Second season of The Temasek Short Film Project kicks off
Riedel in 13th year of providing signal and communications infrastructure for Eurovision
WUPPERTAL, GERMANY — Continuing a 13-year tradition, Riedel Communications supplied a massive, all-fiber communications and signal distribution system for the 2018 Eurovision Song Contest, the world's longest-running international television song competition. The 63rd annual contest was broadcast live in May from the Altice Arena in Lisbon, Portugal, with Riedel's MediorNet real-time media network providing redundant and decentralized signal routing and transport from start to … [Read more...] about Riedel in 13th year of providing signal and communications infrastructure for Eurovision
VITEC to showcase IPTV and Digital Signage Solution for Sports Venues at NACDA Convention
VITEC, a worldwide leader in advanced video encoding and streaming solutions, has announced it will feature the latest release of its award-winning IPTV and Digital Signage Solution for Sports Venues at the 2018 National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics (NACDA) Convention. Held in June at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in National Harbor, Maryland, NACDA's annual convention is the largest gathering of collegiate administrators in the … [Read more...] about VITEC to showcase IPTV and Digital Signage Solution for Sports Venues at NACDA Convention
Gabriel Catrina appointed new CFO of Nordic Entertainment Group
Following the announcement of MTG into two companies and the appointment of Nordic Entertainment (NENT) Group’s senior management team members, Gabriel Catrina has been appointed as EVP and Group Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of NENT Group with effect from 1 July. He will be part of the now complete NENT Group leadership team and report to Anders Jensen, President and CEO of NENT Group. Gabriel Catrina is currently MTG Chief Strategy Officer and will combine the CFO … [Read more...] about Gabriel Catrina appointed new CFO of Nordic Entertainment Group