Produced in Japan, the 24-hour English-language channel NHK WORLD TV is already broadcast in 140 countries to 260 million households, and is now available to Foxtel subscribers via GlobeCast Australia’s D3 satellite capacity. CCTV-9 Documentary Channel is sister channel to CCTV’s Chinese and Asian news channel CCTV News, and is the first dedicated English-language Chinese documentary channel with worldwide coverage. Produced in Beijing, the channel will be … [Read more...] about Foxtel launches Asian channels
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BIG MAGIC to be carried on DTH provider DD Direct+
BIG MAGIC, the flagship general entertainment channel from Reliance Broadcast Network, has announced the inking of a carriage deal with DD Direct+, following its distribution alliance with digital DTH service provider Videocon d2h. The deal expands the channel's reach across Hindi-speaking markets. BIG MAGIC offers an eclectic mix ranging from family dramas, reality shows and cookery shows to game shows, weekend movies and more. Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Sunil Kumaran, Business Head, BIG … [Read more...] about BIG MAGIC to be carried on DTH provider DD Direct+
Da Ai TV selects Octoshape for internet TV
Copenhagen - Octoshape, an industry leader in cloud-based streaming technology, announced that its Infinite HD-M technology has been selected to power video distribution over-the-top (OTT) to Da Ai TV selected set-top boxes and connected devices across the globe. Taiwan-based Da Ai TV is a subsidiary of the Tzu Chi Foundation, a Buddhist organisation known for its selfless contributions to society in charity, medicine, education and culture. “It is very important for our … [Read more...] about Da Ai TV selects Octoshape for internet TV
MEASAT appoints new Senior Sales Director
Kuala Lumpur – MEASAT Satellite Systems Sdn. Bhd. has announced the promotion of Vishal Mathur from Director (South Asia) to Senior Director, Sales and Marketing. Mathur joined MEASAT in 2006. During his seven years with MEASAT, Mathur has been instrumental in expanding the company's position across South Asia. Prior to joining MEASAT, Mathur also served as Assistant Vice President at Zee Telefilms – International division, ESPN Star Sports and Ten Sports channels handling the … [Read more...] about MEASAT appoints new Senior Sales Director
India’s RCom to exit DTH after merging subsidiary with Sun Direct
According to the Business Standard, Reliance Digital TV, the fully-owned subsidiary of Reliance Communications that runs its direct-to-home (DTH) operations, will merge with Sun Direct. The deal is set to help RCom reduce debt, and for Sun to gain subscribers in new markets.Under the deal, to be announced in a few days, Reliance Communications (RCom) will have 26 percent stake in the merged entity, the report added. The merged company will also take over about Rs 1,500 crore of … [Read more...] about India’s RCom to exit DTH after merging subsidiary with Sun Direct
FRANCE 24 now available on TVB
FRANCE 24 has concluded a new distribution agreement with TVB NETWORK VISION, one of Hong Kong’s pay-TV operators, and launches its English version on the basic service available to TVB's fibre cable subscribers. This new agreement coincides with the deployment of TVB's new fibre cable network offer across the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. The channel is available throughout Asia in English and French via the Asiasat 5 C-band satellite. … [Read more...] about FRANCE 24 now available on TVB