Paris – Viewers in Italy of the Tivùsat TV platform that broadcasts exclusively from Eutelsat’s HOTBIRD neighbourhood can now benefit from HD quality of the full line-up of TV channels produced by Rai. Rai YoYo, Rai School, Rai Gulp, Rai Storia and Rai News24 were the last of 13 Rai channels to transition to HD. The operation was completed with the collaboration of Rai Way that operates the signal transmission and broadcasting network for Italy’s national public broadcaster. Tivùsat was set up … [Read more...] about Rai channels switches to HD
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Food Network expands distribution
São Paulo, Brazil – Scripps Networks Interactive announced the expanded distribution of Food Network in Brazil. The leading global culinary lifestyle channel launched on pay-TV platform NET and Claro HDTV. Food Network is now available in nearly seven million households across Brazil. Viewers have access to the channel as part of NET’s Net Mais HD and Claro HDTV’s Mix HD – on channel 554 in HD and channel 54 in SD. “Brazil is a top-priority global market for of Scripps … [Read more...] about Food Network expands distribution
Transmedia appoints new CEO and Executive Chairman
Swiss-based Transmedia Communications SA has announced a new management structure, following the deployment of the iConcerts HDTV channel and digital platforms in over 80 countries, including Mainland China. As of July 1, 2013, Transmedia’s current COO Mathieu Sibille will take the position of the group’s Chief Executive Officer. The iConcerts founder and long-time CEO Etienne Mirlesse will take up the position of the Executive Chairman of the Group, overseeing its overall … [Read more...] about Transmedia appoints new CEO and Executive Chairman
MIPTV to focus on 4K content
MIPTV will for the first time create several conferences dedicated to 4K/Ultra HDTV. This move sees the market depart from its previous focus on 3D technology and content. The change in focus is in anticipation of the technological changes ahead, and to raise awareness among content producers and channels why it makes sound commercial sense to prepare today for these exciting developments. On April 10, the session titled “4K TELEVISION’S NEXT REVOLUTION: SUPER SESSIONS”, will … [Read more...] about MIPTV to focus on 4K content
Sichuan Cable TV Network employs NDS advanced TV services
Beijing, China – NDS, now part of Cisco, announced that it is collaborating with one of China’s largest cable operators, Sichuan Cable TV Network (SCTV), to deploy advanced functionality that will provide an enriched subscriber experience with greater flexibility for over 15 million subscribers. Highlights: SCTV are utilising the two-way nature of their network to provide subscribers with more flexible viewing, including the ability to catch-up on missed programmes, restart LIVE TV … [Read more...] about Sichuan Cable TV Network employs NDS advanced TV services
SES furthers commitment, widens footprint in APAC
CommunicAsia 2012 – Singapore – The increasing growth of the direct-to-home (DTH) market in the Asia-Pacific and the growing demand for high-definition (HD) content are driving the demand for satellite capacity in the region. Deepak Mathur, Senior Vice President Commercial, Asia-Pacific and the Middle East, SES, said the vast majority of young demographic, who are increasingly consuming content, have led Asia to become one of the strongest growing regions in the world when it … [Read more...] about SES furthers commitment, widens footprint in APAC
