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Astro Malaysia Holdings Berhad

Astro announces Tunku Ali Redhauddin as new Chairman

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The Board of Astro Malaysia Holdings Berhad (Astro) announced Tunku Ali Redhauddin Ibni Tuanku Muhriz who currently serves as Independent Non-Executive Director on the Board to succeed Tun Zaki Tun Azmi as the new Chairman of Astro effective 23 June 2022. Tun Zaki Tun Azmi who has served as Chairman of Astro since its listing on Bursa Malaysia in 2012 retires upon the conclusion of Astro’s Tenth Annual General Meeting. He said: “As Chairman of Astro, I have been privileged to have worked … [Read more...] about Astro announces Tunku Ali Redhauddin as new Chairman

Astro strengthens partnerships and creates premium original series for the region

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Leading content and consumer company in Southeast Asia, Astro Malaysia Holdings Berhad (Astro) continues to broaden its network of alliances to add to its portfolio of Asian-themed content. Astro entered into several strategic content creation partnerships with renowned producers and filmmakers across several countries to produce and distribute original, premium miniseries, namely DO[S]A in Indonesia, which will debut on 14 February first in Malaysia and Brunei on Astro Channel 480, Astro ‘on … [Read more...] about Astro strengthens partnerships and creates premium original series for the region

eGG on MEASAT

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Kuala Lumpur– MEASAT Satellite Systems Sdn. Bhd (MEASAT) announced the launch of eGG, or Every Good Game, Southeast Asia’s first dedicated 24/7 HD eSports channel. The channel is now available to pay-TV operators via MEASAT-3a at 91.5°E. eGG’s exciting content includes gaming tournaments, walkthroughs, expert guides, documentaries, game house tours and more. The High Definition channel fills a gap in Asia’s eSports market, a market which is experiencing phenomenal growth especially amongst … [Read more...] about eGG on MEASAT

Astro delivers double digit growth in FY14

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Kuala Lumpur – Astro Malaysia Holdings Berhad (Astro) announced its results for the financial year ended January 31, 2014 on March 31. During the last 12 months, the Company achieved double digit growth; with revenue increasing by 12% from RM4.3bn to RM4.8bn, while EBITDA rose 16% from RM1.4bn to RM1.6bn. Tun Zaki Azmi, Chairman of Astro said, “The Company has executed strongly on its growth strategies and maintained its strong cash generation capabilities. We continue to deliver on … [Read more...] about Astro delivers double digit growth in FY14

Astro to enter home shopping business

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Kuala Lumpur – Astro Malaysia Holdings Berhad (Astro) through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Astro Retail Ventures Sdn Bhd has entered into a Shareholders’ Agreement with GS Home Shopping Inc. on February 11 to establish a home shopping business in Malaysia through Astro GS Shop Sdn Bhd (AGSSB). AGSSB will be 60% owned by Astro Retail Ventures Sdn Bhd and the remaining 40% by GS Home Shopping Inc., a home shopping operator in Asia with presence in South Korea, China, Vietnam, … [Read more...] about Astro to enter home shopping business

Astro wins CSR award

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Kuala Lumpur  – Astro Malaysia Holdings Berhad (“Astro”) has been chosen as the “Most Admired Enterprise’ for the Corporate Social Responsibility (Large Company) category at the 2013 ASEAN Business Awards (“ABA”). ABA was mooted and launched by ASEAN governments in 2007 to honour enterprises in the region that have made positive contribution in areas such as growth, employment, innovation and corporate social responsibility (“CSR”). The … [Read more...] about Astro wins CSR award