Singapore – Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific (DNAP) announced that it will be broadcasting a sixty-minute special – Flight 8501: Storm Disaster, about the tragic events of Air Asia flight 8501. Air Asia flight 8501, with its 155 passengers and seven crews, was lost in a storm 40 minutes into its journey from Indonesia to Singapore on 28 December 2014 – concluding the worst year for aviation disasters in a decade. Premiering in April, Flight 8501: Storm … [Read more...] about Discovery Channel to premiere Air Asia 8501 special
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Discovery makes appointment
Singapore – Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific (DNAP) announced the appointment of Hee-Man Lee as country manager, Korea. Lee is based in Seoul. Reporting to Tommy Lin, senior vice president and general manager, North Asia, Lee will oversee DNAP's operations in Korea and develop new business initiatives and growth opportunities for the portfolio of networks. He is also tasked with managing the local affiliate and ad sales business, and further establishing DNAP's profile. "With his years of … [Read more...] about Discovery makes appointment
Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific’s President and Managing Director Arjan Hoekstra departs
Singapore – Over the past several years, Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific (DNAP) has made a number of investments to expand its presence across the region. As the company continues to chart its course for the future, DNAP's president and managing director Arjan Hoekstra has resigned due to a divergence of views about the strategic plan for the region. During his tenure, Arjan oversaw several key initiatives including the acquisitions of Food TV and Living Channel in New Zealand, and … [Read more...] about Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific’s President and Managing Director Arjan Hoekstra departs
TLC renews “Cake Boss”
Cake Boss, the popular docu-series following beloved baker Buddy Valastro, his close-knit family and burgeoning businesses, will return to TLC, Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific’s flagship lifestyle channel. The re-commissioning of Cake Boss and its new production deal was announced in the United States by JB Perrette, President of Discovery Networks International. Through a partnership between Discovery Networks International and TLC in the United States, seasons seven and eight will be … [Read more...] about TLC renews “Cake Boss”
Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific scores six accolades at ATA 2014
Singapore – Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific (DNAP) received six commendations at the Asian Television Awards 2014 in Singapore, including a nod for Highly Commended Cable & Satellite Network of the Year. Andrew “ET” Ettingshausen, host of Discovery Channel’s Ultimate Fish and Australia’s Shark Week Ambassador, won Best Sports Presenter/Commentator. The other awards were: Winner and Highly Commended for Best Lifestyle Programme (Invite Mr Wright: China and … [Read more...] about Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific scores six accolades at ATA 2014
19th Asian Television Awards Nominees unveiled
Singapore – The finalists for the 19th Asian Television Awards (ATA) were announced by organising publication Television Asia Plus. 239 nominees, across 38 categories, span 13 countries have made the cut to compete for glory at the 19th Annual Presentation of the region's most prestigious industry awards. The results were tabulated and audited by international auditing firm PricewaterhouseCoopers. Leading the pack, with multiple nominations across several categories, are Discovery Networks … [Read more...] about 19th Asian Television Awards Nominees unveiled
