Cannes/Sydney - BBC Worldwide Australia and ABC TV have renewed their first-option agreement in advance of this year’s MIPCOM television market in Cannes. The deal, which covers Drama, Light Entertainment, Natural History, Music & Arts and Religion titles, allows ABC TV a first-look at content across these genres within the BBC Worldwide catalogue. The agreement has been renewed for a further two years. “Strong British content continues to be a major attraction for Australian … [Read more...] about BBC Worldwide renews first-option deal with ABC
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Astro files notice of arbitration against Lippo
Singapore - Malaysia-based All Asia Networks Plc has filed a notice of arbitration against a number of companies under the Lippo Group. Astro filed the arbitration with the Singapore International Arbitration Center to help recover 905 million ringgit (US$245 million) representing "the value of support and services that the Astro Group has provided to PT Direct Vision for use in its pay-TV operations in Indonesia,"according to a company statement. Direct Vision, 49 percent owned by PT Ayunda … [Read more...] about Astro files notice of arbitration against Lippo
Media Prima expands radio, gears up for Global Brand Forum
Petaling Jaya - Media Prima Bhd (MPB) is expanding its radio business with the proposed acquisition of Radio Wanita Sdn Bhd (RWSB). MPB announced it has agreed to acquire RWSB through a conditional share sale agreement which will see MPB owning 80 per cent stake in RWSB for a cash consideration of RM$12.16million (US$3 million) less any current liabilities. RWSB currently owns and operates a radio network, currently known as Radio Wanita. MPB currently owns and operates Hot.fm and Fly.fm. And … [Read more...] about Media Prima expands radio, gears up for Global Brand Forum
Another sale for The Gruen Transfer
Australia - Following its first sale to format giant Endemol for the Netherlands, new Australian format The Gruen Transfer has now sold to New Zealand's Imagination Television, ahead of its MIPCOM 2008 launch. Imagination Television is one of New Zealand's leading independent production companies and has produced hit formats So You Think You Can Dance, Deal or No Deal, The Rich List and Celebrity Survivor Vanuatu. The Gruen Transfer is an original half-hour primetime format from Australian … [Read more...] about Another sale for The Gruen Transfer
BBC Worldwide Sales & Distribution appoints VP Marketing
London - BBC Worldwide Sales & Distribution has appointed Clare Vincent to the newly-created position of vice president marketing for the business. In this role, Vincent will be responsible for setting the overall strategic vision for marketing BBC Worldwide's distribution business around the world, encompassing presales and aftersales. Steve Macallister, BBC worldwide sales & distribution MD said, "Clare's focus will be to take the long view and develop an overarching marketing strategy that … [Read more...] about BBC Worldwide Sales & Distribution appoints VP Marketing
Asia’s growing power propels its content and formats
the proliferation of content, especially original concepts, can be attributed to various factors, ranging from the continued explosion of satellite TV channels in India or initiatives by government agencies like Singapore’s Media Development Authority (MDA) to promote the exportation of ‘Made-by-Singapore media content’ by encouraging companies to co-produce with leading international partners and actively market their products at overseas trade shows. MDA’s CEO, Dr … [Read more...] about Asia’s growing power propels its content and formats