Sydney – Beyond Distribution has been appointed worldwide distributor of new reality-factual entertainment series Jetstream, to be launched at MIPTV, being held in Cannes from April 7-11, 2008. Produced by Paperny Films Inc. in association with Discovery Channel Canada, Jetstream chronicles the adventures of a group of Air Force fighter pilots training and competing against each other to fly the F-18 Hornet fighter jet. The HD series features exclusive access to the 410 Training Squadron … [Read more...] about Beyond Distribution takes Jetstream worldwide
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Discovery Channel Magazine debuts across Asia
Singapore – The Discovery Channel Magazine, a consumer publication inspired by the television network, has debuted across Asia. The launch event was attended by more than 200 industry guests in Singapore on February 22, 2008, while a second trade event is scheduled for February 26 in Hong Kong. The Discovery Channel Magazine is a collaborative effort between Discovery Networks Asia and Reader’s Digest Asia, part of The Reader’s Digest Association, Inc., global publisher and … [Read more...] about Discovery Channel Magazine debuts across Asia
UMW goes Beyond Boundaries on CNBC
Singapore – CNBC has sealed a deal to exclusively run the Beyond Boundaries integrated marketing and re-branding campaign for UMW Holdings Bhd, an international conglomerate that develops industries, manages partnerships and facilitates growth in the automotive, equipment, manufacturing and engineering, and oil and gas industries. The integrated marketing campaign which includes a program sponsorship, an online element that uses website and podcast portals, as well as an on air element, is … [Read more...] about UMW goes Beyond Boundaries on CNBC
MIPTV unveils ‘Green’ speakers
Paris – MIPTV featuring MILIA, to be held in Cannes from April 7-11, 2008 will focus on ‘green’ issues with David de Rothschild, Kevin Wall and Yann Arthus-Bertrand featuring in debates and events focusing on the role of media in the fight against global warming. David de Rothschild, British adventurer, environmentalist and author will be presenting on Nick’s Big Green Thing, his collaborative multimedia effort with kids’ channel Nickelodeon UK. The project is a … [Read more...] about MIPTV unveils ‘Green’ speakers
The Amazing Race Asia 2 finale wins amazing ratings
Singapore/Hong Kong – The concluding episode of The Amazing Race Asia (TARA) 2 took top ratings in Singapore and Malaysia when it aired February 14, 2008 on AXN. Ratings from TNS Singapore and AGB NMR Malaysia indicate that AXN led other international cable channels as the top rated channel especially among the PMEB audience during the show’s 9-10pm timeslot. The channel also out-performed all terrestrial channels in Malaysia, and TARA 2 finale ratings exceeded season 1 ratings in … [Read more...] about The Amazing Race Asia 2 finale wins amazing ratings
Dixon upped as VP and GM of Disney Channels Australia and New Zealand
Sydney/Burbank – Melissa Dixon has been promoted to vice president and general manager, Disney Channels Australia and New Zealand, replacing Michael Cairns who was appointed to lead Disney Channels UK and Ireland. Reporting to Rich Ross, president, Disney Channels Worldwide, Dixon, a Melbourne native, will relocate to Sydney from Disney Channel's regional office in Hong Kong from April 2008. She will manage Disney Channels and Playhouse Disney channels in Australia and New Zealand, … [Read more...] about Dixon upped as VP and GM of Disney Channels Australia and New Zealand