Singapore - NBC Universal Global Networks Asia Pacific announced a series of new initiatives for its portfolio of channels in the region. The announcements were made by Raymund Miranda, managing director NBC Universal Global Networks Asia Pacific. Mongolia and Indonesia becomes the sixth and seventh markets in the Asia Pacific region to broadcast the full suite of Global Networks channel. SCI FI and KidsCo (a joint venture with Cookie Jar Group and Corus Entertainment Inc) join Hallmark and … [Read more...] about NBC Universal Global Networks expands distribution in Asia
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STAR and HP unravel new space for creative expression
Singapore/Hong Kong - STAR and HP announced the launch of HP SPACE, an original pan-Asian reality television series that celebrates the spirit of creative innovation in Asia and encourages aspiring talents to discover their potential through the use of technology. Each week, the contestants will be challenged with a new creative task ranging from multi-media and visual art, to product design, music, fashion and publishing. They will be provided with the latest product innovations from HP to … [Read more...] about STAR and HP unravel new space for creative expression
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. 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 available in English. The network launches increase the breadth of Discovery’s television offering in … [Read more...] about Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific launches three new channels in India
New MD for FremantleMedia India
London - FremantleMedia announced the appointment of Saurindra Kumar Barua(Raj) as managing director, FremantleMedia India. Raj will be based in Mumbai and report to Patrick Schult, FremantleMedia Asia’s CEO, who is based in Singapore. In his new position, Raj will build a new team and will work closely with various divisions within the FremantleMedia group to leverage its relationships and its content to establish a production operation to service the Indian market. Before joining … [Read more...] about New MD for FremantleMedia 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 … [Read more...] about AsiaSat 5 lifts off
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 … [Read more...] about SingTel – first pay TV operator in Singapore to offer the best of ‘live’ European football for free