Singapore − Scripps Networks Interactive, Asia Pacific is announced that HGTV, Asia’s only regional home focused channel dedicated to entertaining viewers with inspiring stories about the home, has achieved strong ratings in Singapore since it launched in December 2014. As measured by Kantar Media, HGTV has maintained consistently strong ratings, holding its position as the number one lifestyle channel in Singapore from January 2015 to June 2015 among female cable viewers between … [Read more...] about HGTV starts strong in Singapore
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MTV reveals first wave of performers
Kuala Lumpur/ Singapore – MTV has revealed its first wave of performers with Korea’s favourite K-pop idol female group, Apink and hottest Japanese band, SEKAI NO OWARI to perform for the first time at MTV World Stage Malaysia, which is set to take place at Surf Beach, Sunway Lagoon on 12 September. Recorded live for global telecast, the one-night only outdoor event is one of the biggest Southeast Asia music nights of the year, which brings multi-genre talents onto a single stage. … [Read more...] about MTV reveals first wave of performers
90 creators join Chicken Pork Adobo
ABS-CBN, the country's largest multimedia conglomerate, recently launched its multi-channel network called Chicken Pork Adobo to boost its online content and build a roster of personalities with innovative ideas that will attract the fast-growing online audiences. “Chicken Pork Adobo is the platform where we empower creators who may not have a chance to go on TV. Chicken Pork Adobo democratises it for everyone by harnessing and gathering all of them, and for them to leverage on each … [Read more...] about 90 creators join Chicken Pork Adobo
Sky TV AND DNAP announce exclusive deal
Auckland – SKY TV and Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific (DNAP) announced a long-term exclusive partnership for Discovery Networks programming in New Zealand, underscoring a commitment to providing viewers with the most comprehensive entertainment offering in the market. The multi-year agreement includes the addition of two brand new channels for New Zealand – TLC and Discovery Turbo – which will be available to all SKY’s domestic customers over the next few … [Read more...] about Sky TV AND DNAP announce exclusive deal
Discovery commissions Sabah Quake Special
Singapore − Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific (DNAP) announced the commission of Sabah Quake, a one-hour special that returns to ground zero to examine the events and aftermath of the 5.9 magnitude earthquake that shook Sabah, Malaysia. With unparalleled access to Mount Kinabalu since the tragedy, the programme also evaluates the likelihood of future earthquakes in the region. Charmaine Kwan, Vice President of Programming – DNAP, said, “Discovery continues to deliver topical … [Read more...] about Discovery commissions Sabah Quake Special
Globo signs partnership agreement with COMTECO
From this month on, Globo’s international channel will be available in one more operator in Bolivia, COMTECO. The company is regional and operates in the city of Cochabamba. With this new partnership, more than 75% of Bolivian homes with Pay-TV will have access to the channel. Currently, Globo is available in seven operators in the Andean country: TIGO, COTEL, COTAS, COSETT, COTES, DIGITAL TV CABLE and COMTECO. Launched in 1999, Globo’s international channels are the first Brazilian … [Read more...] about Globo signs partnership agreement with COMTECO
