New York- Team-based professional mixed martial arts league, the International Fight League (IFL), and Alfred Haber Distribution (AHDI) has added Star TV as its first TV partner in Asia to carry IFL programming on the Star Sports platform which reaches more than 300 million viewers in 50 countries. According to Gareb Shamus, IFL co-founder and CEO, mixed martial arts has a "storied history" in Asia, and the organizers are “eager” for the emerging fan base to see the IFL on a regular … [Read more...] about Star Sports to carry International Fight League programming
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MEASAT-3 to support Solar Entertainment’s international expansion
Kuala Lumpur- Philippines-based Solar Entertainment Corporation has extended its service agreement with MEASAT Satellite Systems Sdn. Bhd. and transferred services from MEASAT-1 to MEASAT-3 satellite to expand distribution of its channels into international markets in Asia, the Middle East, Africa and Eastern Europe. Solar channels have been distributed via MEASAT-1 since 2004 and more than 600 cable head-ends currently receive the channels in the Philippines. Solar’s cable network brands … [Read more...] about MEASAT-3 to support Solar Entertainment’s international expansion
National Geographic Music and Radio offers music to raise environmental awareness
Washington- National Geographic Ventures has created National Geographic Music and Radio (NGMR) to raise environmental awareness through music and radio. David Beal has been appointed as President to oversee the music labels, publishing and radio operations. Mark Bauman, Vice President of National Geographic's Mission Programs, will serve as Executive Vice President to lead radio and video production initiatives. NGMR launches with distribution partners including Clear Channel, Salem … [Read more...] about National Geographic Music and Radio offers music to raise environmental awareness
Growth spurt for Asia’s pre-school market
Toddler TV is booming in Asia. New channels dedicated to pre-schoolers are springing up. English-language kids channels are popular with parents who want their kids to learn English. Locally produced programming for the genre is increasing. Content is finding new distribution platforms in IPTV, especially in Korea, and Video-on-Demand. And the merchandising business is being driven by new brands and campaigns. Fox International Channels’ Baby TV already airs in Japan, Hong Kong and … [Read more...] about Growth spurt for Asia’s pre-school market
Romma Khanna joins NBCU International as President, Global Networks and Digital Initiatives
London- Roma Khanna will join NBC Universal International as President, Global Networks and Digital Initiatives, effective from September 17. Based in London, she reports to Peter Smith, President, NBC Universal International. Khanna is responsible for generating growth through geographical expansion, local and pan-regional partnerships, and new channel creation, with a focus on strengthening the content and identity of the Sci-Fi, 13th Street and Universal Channel brands internationally. She … [Read more...] about Romma Khanna joins NBCU International as President, Global Networks and Digital Initiatives
Swati Shetty named Director, India, for Disney-ABC International Television (Asia Pacific)M
Mumbai- Disney-ABC International Television (Asia Pacific) has bolstered its executive team in India by hiring Swati Shetty as Director, India, responsible for the firm's TV distribution business across all platforms in the market. Shetty replaces Amit Malhotra, who was promoted in June 2007 to Regional Sales Director, Pan-Asia, India and Singapore. Shetty will be based in Mumbai and report directly to Malhotra in Hong Kong as well as the Managing Director for Walt Disney Company (India) Pte Ltd … [Read more...] about Swati Shetty named Director, India, for Disney-ABC International Television (Asia Pacific)M