Hong Kong - NET 25 and Asia Broadcasting Satellite (ABS) have inked a deal to distribute NET 25 on ABS-1 Southern Beam Ku-Band MCPC platform to regional cable TV and IPTV networks. NET 25, a free TV channel targeted at Filipinos, offers news and information programs and shows on modern living, arts and culture, entertainment and information technology. Located at 75°E, ABS-1 satellite offers high-power Ku-Band coverage from Central Europe to eastern Asia Pacific. The satellite’s footprint … [Read more...] about NET 25 distributed via Asia Broadcasting Satellite’s ABS-1 satellite
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Edward Hanapole joins STAR as Chief Information Officer
Hong Kong – Edward Hanapole has joined STAR as Chief Information Officer from parent company News Corporation. In the newly created post, Hanapole is responsible for developing STAR’s digital technology and new media capabilities across the region. Based in Hong Kong, he reports to Laureen Ong, Chief Operating Officer of STAR. Hanapole was formerly Vice President, Global Technology of News Corporation where he led efforts to increase content and technology sharing among its Internet … [Read more...] about Edward Hanapole joins STAR as Chief Information Officer
VOOM HD to be distributed across Asia, the Middle East and Eastern Africa by MEASAT and Ascent Media
Kuala Lumpur – VOOM HD Networks, Ascent Media Pte Ltd and MEASAT Satellite Systems Sdn Bhd have sealed a deal to distribute the VOOM HD channel across Asia, the Middle East and Eastern Africa. The VOOM HD channel is available as a 24/7 feed, offering HD programming on topics as adventure travel, fashion, luxury lifestyle, art, live concerts, action sports and video gaming delivered in 1080i format HD with Dolby Digital 5.1 audio. Ascent Media in collaboration with MEASAT, is providing … [Read more...] about VOOM HD to be distributed across Asia, the Middle East and Eastern Africa by MEASAT and Ascent Media
AsiaSat launches AsiaSat 3S technology platform
Hong Kong – Asia Satellite Telecommunications Company Ltd has launched a full transponder C-band MCPC (Multiple Channels per Carrier) technology platform to provide video, audio, data and IP-based broadcast services on AsiaSat 3S at AsiaSat’s Tai Po Earth Station in Hong Kong. Through this new platform, AsiaSat will provide a one-stop package to broadcasters irrespective of locations. Working with its partners, AsiaSat now offers space segment, optical fibre, downlink, uplink and … [Read more...] about AsiaSat launches AsiaSat 3S technology platform
STAR reaches UK and Europe via BT’s new Media-IP network
STAR Group is shifting from traditional satellite and leased circuit service to the Multi Protocol Label Switching (MPLS) / Internet Protocol (IP) technology for its contribution link to Europe, via a network-based managed services deal implemented by BT’s Media and Broadcast sector. The new system enables STAR to bring its services to UK and Europe with increased ease, manageability and efficiency. Currently, BT carries four STAR channels including STAR PLUS UK, STAR NEWS UK, STAR GOLD … [Read more...] about STAR reaches UK and Europe via BT’s new Media-IP network
Antrix leases Ku-Band capacity on MEASAT-3 for India’s DTH market
Kuala Lumpur - MEASAT Satellite Systems Sdn Bhd and Antrix Corporation Ltd, the commercial arm of the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO), have signed an agreement to lease Ku-Band capacity on the MEASAT-3 satellite. Antrix will lease eight Ku-band transponders on MEASAT-3 with an option to increase the number subsequently. The transponders will be used by Antrix to support the launch and development of a commercial new Direct-to-Home (DTH) TV platform in India. K.R. Sridhara Murthy, … [Read more...] about Antrix leases Ku-Band capacity on MEASAT-3 for India’s DTH market