Denver, Colorado – Liberty Global plc (“Liberty Global” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: LBTYA, LBTYB and LBTYK) announced on July 17 that it has acquired 259.8 million shares in ITV plc (“ITV”) from British Sky Broadcasting Group plc for total consideration of approximately GBP 481 million. As a result of this investment, Liberty Global will own approximately 6.4% of ITV. Mike Fries, Liberty Global’s Chief Executive Officer, commented: “This … [Read more...] about Liberty Global acquires ITV shares
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Discovery acquires two NZ local channels
Auckland – Discovery Communications announced on July 3 that it has acquired The Living Channel New Zealand Limited (TLCNZ), which operates New Zealand pay TV channels The Living Channel and Food TV. Discovery currently distributes two channels through broadcast platform SKY TV - Discovery Channel and Animal Planet. This acquisition further solidifies Discovery’s commitment to the New Zealand market, increasing its presence to a robust four-channel portfolio encompassing factual … [Read more...] about Discovery acquires two NZ local channels
Cartoon Network brings “Shaun the Sheep” to Southeast Asia
Hong Kong – Cartoon Network has acquired the exclusive rights from Aardman Animations to air the new season of Shaun the Sheep across Southeast Asia, including Taiwan and the Philippines. The region’s international kids’ channel will start airing the first part (20 x 7’) of the fourth season immediately. The second part (10 x 7’) will be available from 2015, and will coincide with the theatrical release of the Shaun the Sheep movie, also … [Read more...] about Cartoon Network brings “Shaun the Sheep” to Southeast Asia
Warner Bros completes acquisition of the Eyeworks Group
Amsterdam, London, Burbank – As part of the studio’s television growth strategy, Warner Bros. Television Group (WBTVG) announced on June 2 that following receipt of regulatory approvals, it has now completed its acquisition of all Eyeworks’ businesses outside the U.S., in 15 countries across Europe, South America, Australia and New Zealand, adding 13 new territories to its international network of production companies. This acquisition further strengthens Warner … [Read more...] about Warner Bros completes acquisition of the Eyeworks Group
GfK becomes majority shareholder in Genius Digital
Nuremberg/London – Following a further round of investment, GfK announced on May 28 that it has become the majority shareholder in Genius Digital, the specialist in capturing, analysing and applying viewer data for the TV industry. The current engagement continues the strategic partnership established in September 2013. This investment will help GfK to better meet the increasingly complex analysis needs of pay-TV operators by enriching its powerful audience measurement solutions with … [Read more...] about GfK becomes majority shareholder in Genius Digital
Discovery Communications becomes majority stakeholder in Eurosport
Silver Spring, Maryland and Paris, France – Discovery Communications announced on May 30 the completion of its acquisition of a controlling interest in Eurosport International. Discovery increased its interest in Eurosport to 51% from 20% as part of a larger strategic partnership with TF1 Group that began in December 2012. Discovery was one of the first U.S. media companies to launch channels in Europe in 1989 and has invested steadily and significantly in its international business … [Read more...] about Discovery Communications becomes majority stakeholder in Eurosport
