BBC Worldwide announced the appointment of Inez Albert as its new digital sales director, Asia. Albert joins as part of the Asian sales team to provide digital leadership and insight and to drive advertising sales across BBC Worldwide's digital channels in Asian markets. Albert was previously the regional sales director for Forbes.com in Asia and brings over 10 years experience in media sales in the region across traditional and digital channels. Albert will be responsible for driving regional … [Read more...] about BBC Worldwide appoints Digital Sales Director in Asia
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MediaCorp introduces TV channel, okto
Singapore - MediaCorp has launched its new Free-To-Air TV channel okto, which will begin transmission on October 19. The channel will be carried on channel 8 on both StarHub Digital Cable TV and SingTel mio. okto will telecast from 9 am to 12 midnight daily and offers 105 hours of programming each week. Predominantly an English channel with selected programmes broadcast in the language of the country of origin, okto will also retain the essence and strength of Kids and Arts Central's … [Read more...] about MediaCorp introduces TV channel, okto
MEASAT-3a satellite launch postponed
Kuala Lumpur - MEASAT Satellite Systems Sdn Bhd (MEASAT) announced that the launch of its latest spacecraft, MEASAT-3a, originally scheduled for 21 August 2008, had been postponed. The postponement was due to a technical issue at the launch site. The issue is currently being assessed by Orbital Sciences, the spacecraft's manufacturer, with preparations under way for the spacecraft to be returned to the Orbital facility in Dulles, US for repair. "While unfortunate, our technical team is working … [Read more...] about MEASAT-3a satellite launch postponed
El Cuerpo Del Deseo a hit in the Philippines
Miami - Telemundo-RTI's El Cuerpo Del Deseo has become one of the most viewed in the Philippines, despite competing against the country's most successful local production. According to the Philippine television ratings system, El Cuerpo Del Deseo, which airs on canal ABS-CBN, has managed to lead the 15:30 timeslot, reaching a 20.2 rating and outdelivering Magdusa Ka, a novela airing on Canal GMA, which garnered a 19.8 rating. The success of the production causes a great deal of sensation in … [Read more...] about El Cuerpo Del Deseo a hit in the Philippines
Merlin on TEN in 2009
Australia's Network Ten has secured the broadcast rights to MERLIN - one of the most anticipated series to come out of the United Kingdom in recent years - from FremantleMedia Enterprises. This action-packed, 13 x one-hour fantasy drama, reportedly one of the most significant investments by a UK broadcaster in years, revisits the story of Prince Arthur (Bradley James) and his wizard, Merlin (Colin Morgan), in the mythical city of Camelot. The story centres on these two characters as ambitious … [Read more...] about Merlin on TEN in 2009
BBC World News renews partnership with InterContinental Hotels & Resorts
Singapore - BBC World News announced the renewal of its partnership with InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, with the commissioning of a second series of the travel programme The Real Cities. The ad-funded, weekly five-part series commences on August 30 on BBC World News. Worldwide viewers will have additional opportunities to watch the programme at primetime slots in each overseas market. Carolyn Gibson, vice president, ad sales, EMEA for BBC Worldwide says, "We are thrilled that … [Read more...] about BBC World News renews partnership with InterContinental Hotels & Resorts