SES has certified a new SAT>IP converter by Zinwell, one of the major cable TV and set-top box manufacturers in Taiwan. A new standard developed and supported by SES, SAT>IP enables satellite-delivered programmes to be converted into internet protocol (IP) standard at the point of reception in the home. This, in turn, enables households to receive, via their wired or wireless in-home internet distribution system, the full line-up of satellite TV content on a large range of … [Read more...] about SES certifies ZINWELL’s SAT>IP converter
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MEASAT’S HD bouquet reaches 34 channels
Kuala Lumpur – MEASAT Satellite Systems Sdn. Bhd. has inked an agreement with Encompass Digital Media for the addition of HISTORY North East Asia regional feed on MEASAT’s HD video neighbourhood at 91.5°E via the MEASAT-3 satellite. HISTORY provides entertainment programming with award-winning original series and event specials that connect viewers with history in an informative, immersive and engaging manner across multiple platforms. “The expansion of MEASAT’s HD … [Read more...] about MEASAT’S HD bouquet reaches 34 channels
CASBAA expands industry membership
Hong Kong – CASBAA continues to expand its membership reach and diversity with the addition of Corporate Members VTC from Vietnam, Sky Net of Myanmar, Hong Kong’s TMS, and the Motion Picture Association of America. Paris-based satellite operator Eutelsat and Sky News Australia both have also been upgraded to Patron Member status. “The CASBAA membership roster increasingly reflects the growing importance of emerging markets such as Vietnam, which saw a 74% pay-TV growth between … [Read more...] about CASBAA expands industry membership
Globecast brings ITV Granada HD to MEASAT-3
Kuala Lumpur – MEASAT Satellite Systems Sdn. Bhd. (MEASAT) has announced an agreement with GlobeCast to distribute ITV Granada in HD, via the MEASAT-3 satellite across Asia and the Middle East. Part of ITV STUDIOS Global Entertainment, ITV Granada shows an array of contemporary entertainment, award-winning drama, comedy and reality shows from producers in the UK and around the world. The channel in standard definition is available throughout Asia and the Middle East, reaching over 6 … [Read more...] about Globecast brings ITV Granada HD to MEASAT-3
SES Platform Services signs multi-year contract with Fashion One
Luxembourg – SES announced that its 100% owned subsidiary SES Platform Services has signed a multi-year contract with global television network Fashion One to broadcast the free-to-air channel in SD at the orbital position of 19.2 degrees East starting on October 15. Broadcasting the latest in fashion, entertainment, lifestyle news, profiles of A-list celebrities, luxury brands, holiday destinations and red carpet events, Fashion One delivers a strong line-up of original programming of … [Read more...] about SES Platform Services signs multi-year contract with Fashion One
SES to expand DTH broadcast, comms services in Asia
El Segundo, California and Betzdorf, Luxembourg – SES S.A. is expanding its capabilities to provide direct-to-home (DTH) broadcasting and other communications services in Northeast Asia, South Asia and Indonesia, as well as maritime communications for vessels in the Indian Ocean by building a new communication satellite, SES-9, through Boeing. The spacecraft will be positioned at the orbital slot of 108.2°E and provide incremental as well as replacement capacity to this well … [Read more...] about SES to expand DTH broadcast, comms services in Asia
