Kuala Lumpur – MEASAT Satellite Systems Sdn. Bhd. (MEASAT) has successfully launched the AZERSPACE-1 / AFRICASAT-1a satellite. The satellite was launched on an Ariane 5 ECA launch vehicle from the European Space Port in Kourou, French Guiana, on February 8 at 5.36am Malaysian time. The launch was witnessed via live telecast at the All Asia Broadcast Centre, Bukit Jalil by H.E. Mr. Tahir Karimov, the Ambassador of the Republic of Azerbaijan to Malaysia; YBhg. Datuk Che Azemi bin Haron, … [Read more...] about MEASAT’s AZERSPACE-1 / AFRICASAT-1a satellite successfully launched
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Neil Montefiore to retire as CEO of StarHub; COO Tan Tong Hai to succeed him
Singapore – StarHub Ltd announced today that Neil Montefiore will retire as its CEO by end February 2013. Succeeding him as CEO is StarHub’s COO, Tan Tong Hai. Montefiore, 60, joined StarHub in January 2010 as its second CEO. He also serves as a Director on StarHub’s Board. “It has been a privilege to lead the StarHub Group for the past three years,” Montefiore shared. “I just turned 60 recently and I think it is the right time for me to retire from a … [Read more...] about Neil Montefiore to retire as CEO of StarHub; COO Tan Tong Hai to succeed him
Melissa Madden appointed Director of Brands and Marketing for BBC Worldwide Australasia
Sydney – The former Director of Marketing for the Seven Network, Melissa Madden, has been appointed to the role of Director of Brands and Marketing at BBC Worldwide Australasia. She will start at BBC Worldwide Australasia in March. In her new role, Madden will be responsible for the effective management of BBC Worldwide Australasia’s marketing department, delivering marketing and brand management services across all business areas, from channels, global brands and consumer … [Read more...] about Melissa Madden appointed Director of Brands and Marketing for BBC Worldwide Australasia
ALL3MEDIA’S Stephen Lambert to keynote at MIPFormats 2013
Paris – The Chairman of ALL3MEDIA America, Stephen Lambert, creator of hit formats such as Wife Swap, Secret Millionaire, and Undercover Boss, will be sharing his vision of this rapidly-evolving sector in a keynote address at MIPFormats held in Cannes from April 6-7, ahead of MIPTV (April 8-11). The two-day event will feature a full programme of conferences and screenings, as well as a digital library for the 250 international buyers in attendance. Lambert is one of Britain’s … [Read more...] about ALL3MEDIA’S Stephen Lambert to keynote at MIPFormats 2013
Carrington leaves Turner EMEA amidst major restructuring
Michael Carrington Michael Carrington is leaving his current position as Chief Content Officer of Turner Broadcasting System (TBS) EMEA to join children’s producer and distributor, HIT Entertainment. Carrington will assume the newly created position of Head of Content and Production at HIT Global Brands. Carrington, who joined Turner in 2010 from CBeebies, will be based in HIT’s London office, where he will be responsible for enhancing HIT’s centre of excellence for content and … [Read more...] about Carrington leaves Turner EMEA amidst major restructuring
CNBC Asia Pacific appoints Pauline Seow to regional ad sales team
Singapore – CNBC has appointed Pauline Seow to its Asia Pacific team as Regional Sales Director of Advertising Sales for Hong Kong, Taiwan and the Philippines. Seow will report to Junji Sumitani, Vice President, Advertising Sales, CNBC Asia Pacific, and will be based in Hong Kong. She will assume her new role immediately. Seow will lead the development of integrated solutions across CNBC platforms spanning digital, TV, mobile and events. In addition, she will … [Read more...] about CNBC Asia Pacific appoints Pauline Seow to regional ad sales team