Hong Kong – Tandberg Television, part of the Ericsson Group, has promoted Dario Choi as vice president and general manager of Tandberg Television Asia-Pacific. He will be responsible for the Tandberg Television business in the region and will lead all commercial operations including sales, engineering, customer support, marketing, finance and administration. Choi was previously senior sales director, responsible for the development of Tandberg Television’s sales and business … [Read more...] about Dario Choi helms Tandberg Television Asia Pacific as VP and GM
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Australia Network launches on Astro
Australia Network has launched in Malaysia on pay TV operator Astro to offer news and current affairs, documentaries, entertainment shows, sports and children’s programs as well as English language learning programmes. Bruce Dover, chief executive, Australia Network said, “Australia Network represents an enormous opportunity to establish a credible, authoritative Australian voice in the region as well as bring the very best of Australian television to audiences living and working in … [Read more...] about Australia Network launches on Astro
Turner unveils growth initiatives in India
Mumbai – Turner has announced initiatives to expand its presence in India, including the launch of its animation theatrical business and the launch of a Hollywood movies and TV series channel with sister company Warner Bros. Leveraging its expertise in the children’s genre, Turner will establish a business unit to develop and produce animated films and expand its output of original live action TV series, targeted at children and families. Catering to India’s urban viewers, the … [Read more...] about Turner unveils growth initiatives in India
BBC Worldwide France and France 5 to embark on Human Journey
Cannes - BBC Worldwide France has concluded a co-production deal with French pubcaster France 5 for HD documentary Human Journey. The new five-part series follows their co-production Surviving Disaster which aired in 2006, and was sold to 25 broadcasters worldwide. Human Journey will trace five ancient routes taken by early men across the world to reveal the challenges they faced. Using new genetic and archaeological evidence, the show focuses on the gradual adaptation of human culture and … [Read more...] about BBC Worldwide France and France 5 to embark on Human Journey
Celestial Movies Asia and Celestial Classic Movies channels to debut on now TV
Hong Kong - Celestial Pictures has unveiled new channels Celestial Movies Asia (CMA) and Celestial Classic Movies (CCM) to debut April 15, 2008 in Hong Kong on PCCW’s IPTV service now TV. Terry Mak, executive vice president, distribution and TV networks, Celestial Pictures said, "The launch of CCM and CMA is setting a new milestone in the promotion of Asian cinema in Hong Kong and we are proud to debut these two channels on now TV.” CMA screens Asian blockbusters while CCM features … [Read more...] about Celestial Movies Asia and Celestial Classic Movies channels to debut on now TV
ABC and Australia Council for the Arts pact to showcase Australian arts
Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) and the Australia Council for the Arts are partnering to provide Australian arts content over the former’s digital delivery platforms to local audiences. The partners will develop initiatives across various arts genres and practice in a range of formats including live performance, to be available on ABC1, ABC2, ABC online, Second Life, internet channels, mobile and vodcasts. James Strong, chairman, Australia Council for the Arts said: “Each … [Read more...] about ABC and Australia Council for the Arts pact to showcase Australian arts
