Hong Kong – Asia Satellite Telecommunications Holdings Limited (AsiaSat) recently announced its annual results for the year ended 31 December 2011. The company reported a turnover of HK$1,718,251,000, up 18 per cent from 2010, and an increase of 19 per cent in earnings per share at HK$2.11. According to the announcement, these results were mainly driven by continued growth in core transponder-leasing business and the company’s subsidiary SpeedCast, among other factors. … [Read more...] about AsiaSat reports a healthy 2011
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Driving into Asia
Munich / Singapore – Multi Channels Asia (MCA) has secured the exclusive distribution rights to Motorvision TV, a HD European Pay-TV channel dedicated to automobile programming. Under the terms of the multi-year agreement, MCA will be responsible for launching, distributing and marketing the channel across Asia, in such territories as Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Hong Kong and Korea. Motorvision TV, which is based in Germany, covers the entire spectrum of topics related to the … [Read more...] about Driving into Asia
Sky is the limit for MEASAT
Kuala Lumpur – MEASAT Satellite Systems Sdn. Bhd. Has signed an agreement with SkyVision Global Networks, for capacity on the AFRICASAT-1 satellite across the African region. The multi-transponder deal enables SkyVision to continue providing its existing cost effective, tier-one internet connectivity solutions to ISPs, enterprises, telcos and mobile operators in the region. The AFRICASAT-1 satellite which is located at the 46°E orbital slot provides C-band coverage across the African … [Read more...] about Sky is the limit for MEASAT
Soccer action in 3D
Hong Kong – CABLE TV is airing Barclays Premier League (BPL) LIVE matches in 3D on its High Definition BPL Platform, starting 22 January. HD BPL Pack subscribers with 3D-capable television sets can tune in without additional charge. The initiative will kick off with Manchester City versus Tottenham Hotspur, followed by Manchester United against Arsenal. Both matches will also be available on CABLE TV in HD and SD formats. Ronald Chiu, i-CABLE Sports Limited Executive Director, said … [Read more...] about Soccer action in 3D
Concerts from the couch
Singapore – StarHub TV is launching a new bundle, the iConcerts pack, on 15 December. The bundle includes three channels – iConcerts, iConcerts HD and iConcerts On Demand. iConcerts has more than 200 concerts and music programmes lined up every month, featuring acts from current music sensations such as Katy Perry and Linkin Park, to legendary performers like Eric Clapton and Bob Marley. iConcerts HD is a mirror service of iConcerts, where viewers can catch all content in high … [Read more...] about Concerts from the couch
Outdoor’s New Year resolution
Singapore – Outdoor Channel (Asia) is premiering more than 300 hours of new and exclusive first run programming series and specials in 2012 – all in high definition. The 2012 schedule will consist of freshly acquired Asian and international outdoor sports entertainment programmes, as well several new original productions and returning the latest top-rated shows from the US. The network has also announced a revamped schedule to be anchored by several distinct programming franchises … [Read more...] about Outdoor’s New Year resolution
