Sydney– Asia Pacific satellite broadcaster Australia Network has launched its Australia Network Achievers Program, designed to showcase Australian talent and motivate others to succeed in their lives. The program is working with cricketer Brett Lee, model-actress-singer Imogen Bailey, former boxing champion Kostya Tszyu, plus Taylor & Khoo and Geraldine Cox. Founded by young Australians Kylie Taylor and Valerie Khoo, Taylor & Khoo is a fashion and homewares label that provides income for … [Read more...] about Australia Network Achievers aim to inspire Asia Pacific
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Antrix leases Ku-Band capacity on MEASAT-3 for India’s DTH market
Kuala Lumpur - MEASAT Satellite Systems Sdn Bhd and Antrix Corporation Ltd, the commercial arm of the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO), have signed an agreement to lease Ku-Band capacity on the MEASAT-3 satellite. Antrix will lease eight Ku-band transponders on MEASAT-3 with an option to increase the number subsequently. The transponders will be used by Antrix to support the launch and development of a commercial new Direct-to-Home (DTH) TV platform in India. K.R. Sridhara Murthy, … [Read more...] about Antrix leases Ku-Band capacity on MEASAT-3 for India’s DTH market
AsiaSat launches AsiaSat 3S technology platform
Hong Kong – Asia Satellite Telecommunications Company Ltd has launched a full transponder C-band MCPC (Multiple Channels per Carrier) technology platform to provide video, audio, data and IP-based broadcast services on AsiaSat 3S at AsiaSat’s Tai Po Earth Station in Hong Kong. Through this new platform, AsiaSat will provide a one-stop package to broadcasters irrespective of locations. Working with its partners, AsiaSat now offers space segment, optical fibre, downlink, uplink and … [Read more...] about AsiaSat launches AsiaSat 3S technology platform
LUXE.TV HD and SD channels distributed in Asia via AsiaSat 2
Hong Kong – LUXE.TV, the world’s first international TV network focusing on luxury lifestyle produced in HD and broadcast as HD and SD channels, will be aired across the region via AsiaSat 2. LUXE.TV signed a contract with AsiaSat to distribute both channels to Asian cable and satellite networks, terrestrial stations and pay-TV platforms through AsiaSat 2’s pan-Asian C-band digital platform operated by Satlink Communications in Israel. The two 24-hour channels provide English … [Read more...] about LUXE.TV HD and SD channels distributed in Asia via AsiaSat 2
STAR reaches UK and Europe via BT’s new Media-IP network
STAR Group is shifting from traditional satellite and leased circuit service to the Multi Protocol Label Switching (MPLS) / Internet Protocol (IP) technology for its contribution link to Europe, via a network-based managed services deal implemented by BT’s Media and Broadcast sector. The new system enables STAR to bring its services to UK and Europe with increased ease, manageability and efficiency. Currently, BT carries four STAR channels including STAR PLUS UK, STAR NEWS UK, STAR GOLD … [Read more...] about STAR reaches UK and Europe via BT’s new Media-IP network
Bharti Airtel uses NDS for new digital satellite service
Mumbai / Hong Kong – Bharti Airtel has launched its new digital satellite service using NDS’ suite of digital broadcasting solutions. The Indian Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has granted Bharti Airtel a Letter of Intent, licensing the new DTH platform. Bharti Airtel will use NDS’ VideoGuard conditional access, MediaHighway middleware as well as a customized electronic programme guide (EPG). The NDS solutions are expected to provide Bharti Airtel with the flexibility … [Read more...] about Bharti Airtel uses NDS for new digital satellite service