Singapore - Singapore Telecommunications Limited (SingTel) announced its first quarter's underlying net profit rose 10 percent to S$945 million reflecting strength in the Singapore and Australian businesses, and the return to earnings growth by the major regional mobile associates. The growth was achieved despite the negative currency translation impact. In the first quarter ended 30 June 2009, both Singapore and Australia posted double-digit growth in revenue and improved EBITDA. However, as a … [Read more...] about SingTel Group’s financial results for the first quarter ended 30 June 2009
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Astro brings 1Malaysia to the world
Kuala Lumpur - ASTRO celebrates Malaysia's 52nd Independence Day with the launch of ‘NegaraKU, The Best of 1Malaysia', a series of more than 150 programmes and premiere titles showcasing Malaysia's rich diversity, achievements, personalities, beauty, cultures and nature to the world from 15 August to 16 September 2009. Viewers can log on to www.astro.com.my to catch the schedules of the special ‘NegaraKU - The Best Of 1Malaysia' programmes from 15 August till 16 September 2009. … [Read more...] about Astro brings 1Malaysia to the world
Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific launches three new channels in India
New Delhi - Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific is launching three new 24-hour channels in India - Discovery Science, Discovery Turbo and Discovery HD. Permission for the new channels was granted by the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Government of India. The company plans to launch Discovery Science and Discovery Turbo on both analog and digital platforms, while Discovery HD, offered in 1080i along with 5.1 surround sound, will be launched on the digital platform. All three channels will be … [Read more...] about Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific launches three new channels in India
AsiaSat 5 lifts off
Hong Kong - AsiaSat 5 aboard an ILS Proton launch vehicle lifted off from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan at Hong Kong time 3:47:33 am on August 12. All operations have been reported normal, with the separation of the AsiaSat 5 spacecraft and the launch vehicle scheduled to occur approximately 9 hours and 15 minutes after liftoff. AsiaSat 5, based on a Space Systems/Loral's 1300 satellite bus, will replace AsiaSat 2 at the orbital location of 100.5 degrees East, to continue to provide … [Read more...] about AsiaSat 5 lifts off
FremantleMedia’s Tony Cohen to keynote at MIPCOM
Paris - FremantleMedia chief executive Tony Cohen will deliver a keynote address at MIPCOM 2009 on October 5. Cohen's speech will launch MIPCOM's new ‘Rethinking Production' programme, which combines a series of conferences dedicated to production, matchmaking opportunities and product screenings. The FremantleMedia CEO will outline his vision for the future of television production and share his thoughts and experiences relating to the creative industries. Cohen has been CEO of … [Read more...] about FremantleMedia’s Tony Cohen to keynote at MIPCOM
SingTel – first pay TV operator in Singapore to offer the best of ‘live’ European football for free
Singapore - SingTel announced that it will be giving all Singapore football fans the chance to enjoy Football Frenzy on mio TV for free till 31 October 2009. This is the first time that a pay TV operator in Singapore is offering free ‘live' European football with absolutely no strings attached. SingTel currently holds the rights to the Italian Serie A, UEFA Champions League and UEFA Europa League. All three tournaments will be included in the offering. The offer will be made available to … [Read more...] about SingTel – first pay TV operator in Singapore to offer the best of ‘live’ European football for free