Mumbai/Hong Kong – STAR India and DEN Digital Entertainment Networks Pvt Ltd have partnered to create a platform to distribute TV channels in India via fixed networks including cable, DTH, IPTV, HITS and MMDS. The 50:50 joint venture will be headquartered in Mumbai. Under the agreement, the JV will be an exclusive distributor for all channels distributed domestically by STAR India. The bouquet currently includes Star Plus, Star One, Star Gold, Vijay, Star Utsav, Star News, Star Ananda, … [Read more...] about STAR India and DEN partner to distribute TV channels in India
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Discovery HD to debut in Hong Kong on PCCW’s now TV
Hong Kong – Discovery Networks Asia will launch Discovery HD on PCCW’s now TV IPTV service in Hong Kong from Jan 31. The high definition network’s debut in Hong Kong extends the service to 15 international markets including South Korea, Japan, Singapore, Canada, Germany, Austria, Ireland, UK, Poland, Netherlands, Denmark, Sweden, Norway and Finland. Offering exclusive programs from Discovery's library of HD content from 29 television brands, Discovery HD provides independently … [Read more...] about Discovery HD to debut in Hong Kong on PCCW’s now TV
SPE Networks-Asia names Jack Lim as VP, Ad Sales & Marketing, ups Gregory Ho as VP & GM, Animax Asia
Singapore – SPE Networks-Asia in expanding from two to six channel brands including AXN Asia, Animax Asia, Sony Entertainment Television (SET), AXN Beyond, PIX and PIX Thriller, has announced changes to its senior management. Jack Lim has been appointed as Vice President, Advertising Sales and Marketing to be responsible for ad sales revenue growth, replacing Gregory Ho who has been upped to Vice President and General Manager, Animax Asia. Lim will drive advertising and sponsorship revenue … [Read more...] about SPE Networks-Asia names Jack Lim as VP, Ad Sales & Marketing, ups Gregory Ho as VP & GM, Animax Asia
Japan’s TNMG grows
Tokyo – The New Media Group, KK, (TNMG) a Japan headquartered digital media platform developer and operator in Asia Pacific, and Portugese pubcaster, Rádio e Televisão de Portugal (RTP), have launched the RPT Group`s flagship channel, RPTi, in Japan and East Asia on TNMG`s IPTV platform, World On-Demand. TNMG will also launch the channel on its Australia service via Telstra in Q1 2008 as well as co-develop additional collaborative channels with RTP. Separately, the TNMG has made several … [Read more...] about Japan’s TNMG grows
MediaCorp and M1 to offer mobile TV trial service in 2008
Singapore – MediaCorp and mobile service provider M1 are partnering to launch a consumer trial for a mobile TV service in Singapore. Based on the Digital Video Broadcasting - Handheld (DVBH) technology, the trial service is planned for a mid-2008 launch, subject to regulatory approval. An invitation to tender has been issued to vendors to submit proposals for mobile TV infrastructure and devices, including a trial service. The proposed service follows the Memorandum of Understanding signed … [Read more...] about MediaCorp and M1 to offer mobile TV trial service in 2008
Al Jazeera English attains carriage on Hong Kong Cable
Hong Kong - Al Jazeera English has signed a carriage deal with Hong Kong Cable Ltd for the news channel to land in the Special Administration Region. Debuting on Jan 16 on Hong Kong Cable’s channel 34, Al Jazeera English’s distribution continues to expand beyond 100 million households worldwide since launch in Nov 2006. Phil Lawrie, Al Jazeera Network’s Director of Global Distribution said, "We are excited about reaching a sizeable new audience in this important market and … [Read more...] about Al Jazeera English attains carriage on Hong Kong Cable