Cannes/Abu Dhabi – twofour54 and the Abu Dhabi Film Commission have launched the region’s first incentive scheme aimed at making Abu Dhabi the first choice for international and regional producers needing location, production and post-production services. The scheme will be operational from September 1st. An incentive in the form of a rebate of up to 30percent of qualifying spend in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi will be available for feature films, TV, documentary, advertising and music … [Read more...] about Incentive scheme to set Abu Dhabi as ‘go to’ destination for international production
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Lippo to launch DTH broadcast service across Indonesia
Indonesia – The Lippo Group has signed a multiple-transponder capacity deal with SKY Perfect JSAT Corporation, the operator of the recently launched JCSAT-13 telecommunication satellite, in line with its plans to provide a direct-to-home (DTH) satellite TV broadcast service across Indonesia. JCSAT-13 is a Ku-band satellite designed to succeed the JCSAT-4A satellite as the vehicle for the delivery of SKY Perfect JSAT’s DTH pay-TV service "SKY PerfecTV!” in Japan. The … [Read more...] about Lippo to launch DTH broadcast service across Indonesia
Australia’s Channel Seven scores big with Once Upon a Time.
Australia - Once Upon A Time premiered on Australia’s Channel Seven on Tuesday night with 1.4 million viewers, making it the No. 1 most-watched show of the night. It is now the No. 2 US drama series of 2012, behind Revenge. From master storytellers Edward Kitsis and Adam Horowitz (Lost, Tron: Legacy), Once Upon A Time invites audiences to brace themselves for a modern fairytale. Starring Jennifer Morrison from House as Emma Swan, the main character, this new series is from the US ABC … [Read more...] about Australia’s Channel Seven scores big with Once Upon a Time.
Endemol UK announces new senior management
Following the announcement that former CEO of the UK business Tim Hincks has become President of Endemol Group and Chairman of Endemol UK, the independent production group revealed its new CEO and new Chief Operating Officer. Former Chief Operating Officer Lucas Church has been appointed CEO of Endemol UK, while former Chief Financial Officer Richard Johnston has become Chief Operating Officer. Church, who has 20 years of experience in the TV industry, will lead the UK group, which produces over … [Read more...] about Endemol UK announces new senior management
Up close and personal with Cesar Millan in Singapore
Singapore – The National Geographic Channel has announced the first-ever local search for one lucky dog to be trained by internationally renowned dog behavioural expert and Emmy-award nominee Cesar Millan. The initiative is exclusive to Singapore and gives local fans a much sought-after opportunity to meet Cesar Millan, star of the hit TV series Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan, up close and personal, and have him improve dog-and-owner relationships and understanding of their pet … [Read more...] about Up close and personal with Cesar Millan in Singapore
ITV Granada to air The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations
Hong Kong – ITV Granada has revealed plans to broadcast LIVE coverage of The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations on June 5 across Asia. The all-day LIVE event, produced by ITN, will be hosted from Buckingham Palace by Julie Etchingham and Phillip Schofield. It begins with a service of thanksgiving at St Paul’s Cathedral and then follows the royal procession from Westminster Hall along the Mall to Buckingham Palace. Simon Li, Channel Director at ITV Granada, says: … [Read more...] about ITV Granada to air The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations
