Kuala Lumpur – MEASAT Satellite Systems Sdn. Bhd. Has signed an agreement with SkyVision Global Networks, for capacity on the AFRICASAT-1 satellite across the African region. The multi-transponder deal enables SkyVision to continue providing its existing cost effective, tier-one internet connectivity solutions to ISPs, enterprises, telcos and mobile operators in the region. The AFRICASAT-1 satellite which is located at the 46°E orbital slot provides C-band coverage across the African … [Read more...] about Sky is the limit for MEASAT
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BBC appoints new GM and Director of Channels and Branded Services, Australasia
Sydney & London – BBC Worldwide has named Deirdre Brennan as General Manager and Director of Channels and Branded Services, Australasia. Currently Director of Television for BBC Worldwide Australia, Brennan will be responsible for the ongoing growth and development of the local channel portfolio – UKTV, UKTV NZ, BBC Knowledge, BBC Knowledge NZ and CBeebies - as well as managing local operations for BBC World News. She will also oversee the channels’ branded non-linear services … [Read more...] about BBC appoints new GM and Director of Channels and Branded Services, Australasia
Gaumont International debuts at NATPE
Los Angeles – Gaumont International Television (GIT), the recently formed production and distribution studio and part of the European-based motion picture studio Gaumont, is heading to the National Association of Television Program Executives (NATPE) for the first time. GIT's key project at NATPE will be Hannibal, a one-hour drama series that was recently picked up preemptively by NBC in the US. Hannibal is based on the classic character renowned psychiatrist Dr. Hannibal Lector. GIT … [Read more...] about Gaumont International debuts at NATPE
Content Kingdom
TVAPlus: Looking at sales and distribution firstly; how did last year fare compared to 2010 and how you are seeing content moving and what sort of content is moving in Asia Pacific currently? Steve: We’re certainly seeing more digital deals, particularly in China, Taiwan and also in Korea. Also other than digital, we have done a lot more formats in the past 12 months. Last year was also the first time we cracked Korea. On top of that, we have actually done a lot of work around our new … [Read more...] about Content Kingdom
Fables for preschoolers
CBeebies is presenting eight classic children’s stories from publishers Barefoot Books and Ladybird Books, in the form of forty short illustrated films. These films will be created from eight well-known fables including Goldilocks and the Three Bears, The Magic Porridge Pot, Shopping With Dad and Emily’s Tiger. Each will be read with a distinct local flavour by CBeebies presenters in Asia and Australia, among other regions. The films were commissioned as an addition to the … [Read more...] about Fables for preschoolers
CCTV caters to Chinese Diaspora
London / Beijing – China Central Television (CCTV) has launched three of its channels in the UK, targeting Chinese speaking audiences there. The Chinese network is using Vision IPTV’s internet broadcasting platform FreeviewHD channel 111, to deliver content. Viewers visiting channel 111 with an internet connected television or set top box have access via an onscreen carousel to these free-to-air channels of live 24/7 broadcast. The three CCTV channels are; CCTV Channel 9, which … [Read more...] about CCTV caters to Chinese Diaspora