The auction of ProtoStar 1 has been delayed by a fortnight due to newly-expressed interest from potential buyers. Originally scheduled for 14 October 2009, that date now becomes the deadline for bidders to express preliminary interest. Bids are now due 23 October, with the auction rescheduled for 29 October. Industry sources say interest has been such that the ProtoStar 1 satellite could sell for at least double its original estimated price. The auction of ProtoStar 2 could also be delayed. … [Read more...] about ProtoStar satellite auction deadline extended
Satellites
Tackling the digital black spots
The first Australian digital terrestrial television broadcast (DTTB) services were launched on 1 January 2001 in the main metropolitan markets of Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Brisbane and Perth. Since that date, services have been progressively rolled out through regional centres, translator sites, major tourist areas and remote rural regions to cover more than 97 percent of the nation’s widely dispersed population. Now, all that remains before analogue is switched-off are the final pieces … [Read more...] about Tackling the digital black spots
JimJam launches on AORA in Indonesia
London - Global pre-school channel JimJam, a joint venture between HIT Entertainment and Chello Zone, marks its first launch in Indonesia on DTH platform, AORA. “This deal with AORA is a major development for JimJam and it is the next step in our Asian expansion,” says Maria Kassova, regional director at Chello Zone Asia-Pacific. “It’s great news that children in Indonesia will now get the opportunity to be entertained by the channel’s fantastic line-up of hugely … [Read more...] about JimJam launches on AORA in Indonesia
STAR confirms COO Ong’s exit
Hong Kong – STAR today announced that Laureen Ong, its Chief Operating Officer, will be stepping down in mid August. Upon Ong's departure, the operational units under Ong will report directly to Paul Aiello, Chief Executive Officer of STAR. Paul Aiello said, “Laureen is an experienced and valued media executive. She has been a friend and a mentor to many in the company – we will miss her.” Aiello continued, “Laureen has played a key leadership role in rejuvenating … [Read more...] about STAR confirms COO Ong’s exit
MEASAT-3a lifts off successfully
Kuala Lumpur – MEASAT Satellite Systems Sdn. Bhd. (MEASAT) is pleased to announce the successful lift-off of the LandLaunch launch vehicle from the Baikonur Cosmodrome, Kazakhstan carrying the MEASAT-3a satellite into orbit. Launched at 3.50 am Baikonur time (5.50 am KL time), the satellite is currently being lifted into orbit aboard the LandLaunch Zenit-3SLB launch vehicle on a 6 hours 25 minutes mission. After the completion of the mission, the satellite will be separated from the launch … [Read more...] about MEASAT-3a lifts off successfully
Satellite industry: TV a primary growth driver, regulatory constraints – CASBAA report
The region’s satellite industry, historically dominated by voice and data, has seen its recent growth primarily driven by capacity demand for video services, with a focus on DTH (direct to home) TV broadcasting. To coincide with its annual Satellite Industry Forum, Monday 15 June 2009 at the Four Seasons Hotel in Singapore, the Cable & Satellite Broadcasters Association of Asia has released its latest Members Report: Video in Demand, Asian Satellite Services 2009. The share of TV … [Read more...] about Satellite industry: TV a primary growth driver, regulatory constraints – CASBAA report
