Paris – AMAZIA, the inaugural Asia trade exhibition, conference and networking event specializing in creation and distribution of TV, music and gaming content across all delivery platforms, has signed a promotional partnership with the Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union (ABU). Organized by Reed MIDEM, AMAZIA will be held November 17-20, 2008, at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. ABU facilitates development of broadcasting in Asia-Pacific and organizes co-operative activities for … [Read more...] about AMAZIA pacts with Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union
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KidsCo to make Asia debut
London - KidsCo, the JV channel owned by NBC Universal, DIC Entertainment and Corus Entertainment will launch on the Philippines’ SkyCable, South Korea’s Hana TV, Singapore’s mio TV and Palau’s PNCC on March 20, 2008. The Philippines’ Cable Boss has also been signed as KidsCo’s distributor in the market. Raymund Miranda, NBCU’s managing director, global networks, Asia Pacific, said, “KidsCo represents a unique opportunity for platforms to continue … [Read more...] about KidsCo to make Asia debut
MediaCorp in pole position to cover F1
Singapore – MediaCorp is set to provide extensive coverage of the 2008 FIA Formula 1 World Championship Races, including the inaugural 2008 Formula 1 SingTel Singapore Grand Prix over multiple media platforms including TV, radio and print. MediaCorp’s range of F1 offerings will roll out from March 14, 2008, and will culminate in the live telecast of the Singapore races held from September 26–28, 2008, on MediaCorp TV Channel 5, the official free-to-air broadcaster in Singapore. … [Read more...] about MediaCorp in pole position to cover F1
Asia key to BBC Worldwide’s growth strategy
London – BBC Worldwide’s (BBCW) growth strategies appear to be on track, given the strong showing of Asian buyers at BBC Showcase held in Brighton, UK, 24-27 February 2008. In 2006/07, 46% of BBCW’s total revenues came from overseas, up from 41% in 2005/06. The company plans to raise that proportion to around two-thirds by 2012. Year on year rest of the world sales grew 4.9%, with profit rising 26.9% to 8.5million UK pounds (US$16.8million). Measured in local currency, sales … [Read more...] about Asia key to BBC Worldwide’s growth strategy
Game on for EA in Asia
Singapore – Electronic Arts (EA) marked the relocation of its Asia Pacific regional headquarters to Singapore with a launch party at the Swissotel Helipad on March 6, 2008. Regional media and celebrities were in attendance alongside EA's top executives and producers flown in from the company’s studios and offices across North America and Europe. On the choice of relocating to Singapore, Chris Thompson, vice president and general manager, EA Asia, said, "Singapore is already an Asian … [Read more...] about Game on for EA in Asia
Big Communications names Geoff Watson director of international business
BIG Communications Pte Ltd (BIG), a Singapore-based integrated media company and producer children's animated programming and live action light entertainment TV shows, has appointed Geoff Watson as director of international business. Watson will be working with BIG to consolidate and expand its international profile and production goals. He will initiate and support business relationships with complementary production and distribution companies that can combine skills, resources, IP and finances … [Read more...] about Big Communications names Geoff Watson director of international business