Singapore – Irdeto is strengthening its presence in the Asia-Pacific region with a new appointment and the opening of an office in Tokyo. Bengt Jönsson recently joined Irdeto as the regional vice president of sales. Based in Beijing, he will be responsible for overseeing the sales efforts of the APAC region in one of Irdeto's fastest growing markets, as well as managing Irdeto's existing customer relationships. Jönsson has more than 15 years' experience in the consumer electronics and … [Read more...] about Irdeto strengthens presence in Asia-Pacific region
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India’s BIG Broadcasting uses AsiaSat 3S
Hong Kong – BIG Broadcasting from Reliance Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group, one of India’s top 3 private sector enterprises, has joined broadcast satellite AsiaSat 3S for its bouquet of television channels which will be serving millions of Indians. Announced by Asia Satellite Telecommunications Co. Ltd. (AsiaSat), an agreement has been signed for one C-band transponder on AsiaSat 3S. In an effort to boost and strengthen the Group’s presence in the media and entertainment space, … [Read more...] about India’s BIG Broadcasting uses AsiaSat 3S
GlobeCast Asia to open playout centre in Singapore
Singapore - GlobeCast is extending its service range in Asia with the upcoming launch of a playout and media management centre at its regional headquarters in Singapore. Scheduled for October, the launch follows GlobeCast’s acquisition of Pacific Century Matrix in Hong Kong, and is part of the company’s strategy to expand its geographic and commercial offering in Asia. The new media management centre will be located at GlobeCast’s Asian headquarters in the Parkview Square … [Read more...] about GlobeCast Asia to open playout centre in Singapore
Suarina Chua exits HBO
Singapore – HBO Asia has announced the resignation of Suarina Chua, senior vice president, sales and marketing / business development. Jacelyn Kek is promoted to senior vice president of sales and affiliate marketing with immediate effect. Company statement says Chua is leaving HBO Asia to spend more time with her family. She has been with the company for 16 years in various roles, most recently the vice president of sales. … [Read more...] about Suarina Chua exits HBO
My Boy Jack scoops silver in Shanghai
Shanghai – My Boy Jack starring Daniel Radcliffe and Kim Cattrall has won the Silver Award for Best TV Film at the Magnolia Awards, part of the 14th Annual Shanghai Television Festival. My Boy Jack, an Ecosse/WGBH/Ingenious Broadcasting co-production for ITV in association with Granada International, has been sold to more than 40 territories. James Ross, regional director at Granada International commented, “This win underscores the significant impact of our content in China and … [Read more...] about My Boy Jack scoops silver in Shanghai
Mobile deals for CNBC in Thailand
Bangkok – CNBC is partnering with The Nation, to distribute CNBC Asia Pacific’s SMS services in Thailand. The content will be distributed on three of Thailand’s major service providers - AIS, TRUE and DTAC. And the CNBC WAP site will be distributed by Thailand’s biggest provider, AIS. CNBC Asia Pacific is working closely with The Nation to localize business and financial news content for mobile distribution in Thailand. Subscribers to AIS, TRUE and DTAC are able to access … [Read more...] about Mobile deals for CNBC in Thailand