Singapore - AETN All Asia Networks has appointed Vasundhra Magotra as the Sales Director for the region across Singapore, Indonesia, Dubai and the Philippines to expand the company’s profile in advertising sales. Magotra brings to her role a wealth of media experience in the field of alliances, sales, branding, marketing and strategic media planning and buying. Her six years of commitment to the media industry have brought her a diverse set of skills from general management … [Read more...] about AETN All Asia Networks appoints new Sales Director
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Toys“R”Us and DreamWorks Animation unveil “World of Madagascar” brand
Toys“R”Us and DreamWorks Animation SKG, Inc. unveiled “World of Madagascar,” a new brand featuring toys based on characters from all three Madagascar films. Coinciding with the launch of Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted, which arrives in theaters on June 8, Toys“R”Us is showcasing the “World of Madagascar” in Toys“R”Us stores throughout the United States during the month of June. Highlighted in the boutique are exclusive … [Read more...] about Toys“R”Us and DreamWorks Animation unveil “World of Madagascar” brand
FremantleMedia launches The Pet Collective channel on YouTube
New York – FremantleMedia, producer of The X Factor, American Idol, America’s Got Talent and some of the most successful reality and game show formats in the world, launched its first-ever YouTube channel, The Pet Collective, featuring new series and programming available exclusively on YouTube. The Pet Collective is part of YouTube’s initiative to create new channels of programming, and is produced by FremantleMedia to celebrate pets and pet lovers through entertainment, … [Read more...] about FremantleMedia launches The Pet Collective channel on YouTube
CASBAA appoints new head for advertising development
Hong Kong – To boost its effectiveness as an advocate of multichannel TV advertising, the Cable & Satellite Broadcasting Association of Asia (CASBAA) has announced the appointment of Jenny Setnicker as Head, Advertising Development. Based in Singapore, Setnicker will be responsible for promoting the benefits of multichannel advertising and new investment in the development of data and actionable insights relevant to the multi-channel TV sector in all its forms. In addition, she will … [Read more...] about CASBAA appoints new head for advertising development
Intelsat 19 suffers setback
Intelsat S.A. has reported a delay in deploying one of the two solar arrays on the Intelsat 19 satellite, which was launched by Sea Launch earlier on. Intelsat and Space Systems/Loral, the manufacturer of the satellite, are investigating the cause and are pursuing corrective actions. The spacecraft is secure at this time in geostationary transfer orbit. Intelsat 19 is the planned replacement for Intelsat 8 at 166°E, which serves customers in the north and southwest Pacific region. Intelsat 8 … [Read more...] about Intelsat 19 suffers setback
Astro now available anytime, anywhere
Kuala Lumpur – Astro has started the first of three phases of Astro On-The-Go, an innovative service that enables subscribers to watch Astro anytime, anywhere using their smartphones, tablets or laptops. Astro On-The-Go’s first phase includes free preview of Astro On-The-Go from May 30 until August 31. This free preview includes 11 TV channels, Catch Up Titles, Video On Demand Titles and LIVE events. The 11 TV channels include CNN, Disney Channel, Disney Junior, One HD, Astro Awani, … [Read more...] about Astro now available anytime, anywhere