UK channel ITV Choice will cease to exist in Singapore following the withdrawal. This follows a similar withdrawal of the channel from Hong Kong when its licence with NOWTV was not renewed as of 30 August 2013. "We are constantly reviewing our channel line-up to provide more value and fresh content for our StarHub TV customers. The review process takes into account factors such as the take-up of channel groups … [Read more...] about ITV Choice exits Singapore
ITV Granada
ITV Granada expands in Thailand
Hong Kong – ITV Granada, part of ITV Studios, has announced expansion of the channel's distribution in Thailand. ITV Granada is now offered through Thailand's latest IPTV operator MeTV, on the TOT platform. The latest distribution deal, which was handled by sales distribution partner Multi Channels Asia, demonstrates a growing demand for the channel throughout Asia and the Middle East. Simon Li, Channel Director, said, “We are delighted to be joining the MeTV family … [Read more...] about ITV Granada expands in Thailand
ITV Granada to rebrand as ITV Choice
Hong Kong – ITV Granada, part of ITV Studios Global Entertainment, has announced a forthcoming rebrand, as part of ITV’s company wide rebrand which was unveiled in January this year. The new look will be revealed for the first time during primetime on March 25, before Four Weddings Australia. The channel rebrand includes a change of name, from ITV Granada to ITV Choice, a new logo, and refreshed on-air idents. The upcoming changes will align the channel more closely with the new ITV … [Read more...] about ITV Granada to rebrand as ITV Choice
Globecast brings ITV Granada HD to MEASAT-3
Kuala Lumpur – MEASAT Satellite Systems Sdn. Bhd. (MEASAT) has announced an agreement with GlobeCast to distribute ITV Granada in HD, via the MEASAT-3 satellite across Asia and the Middle East. Part of ITV STUDIOS Global Entertainment, ITV Granada shows an array of contemporary entertainment, award-winning drama, comedy and reality shows from producers in the UK and around the world. The channel in standard definition is available throughout Asia and the Middle East, reaching over 6 … [Read more...] about Globecast brings ITV Granada HD to MEASAT-3
ITV Granada to launch in HD across Asia, the Middle East
Hong Kong – ITV Granada, part of ITV STUDIOS, has unveiled plans to broadcast the channel in HD on MEASAT-3 from September. It will join the MEASAT-3 HD video distribution platform at 91.5°E for viewers across Asia and the Middle East. Given the rapid expansion of the channel since its 2009 launch, the move to HD will strengthen the programme offering to pay-TV platforms across the region. Audiences will soon be able to enjoy an enhanced … [Read more...] about ITV Granada to launch in HD across Asia, the Middle East
ITV Granada to air The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations
Hong Kong – ITV Granada has revealed plans to broadcast LIVE coverage of The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations on June 5 across Asia. The all-day LIVE event, produced by ITN, will be hosted from Buckingham Palace by Julie Etchingham and Phillip Schofield. It begins with a service of thanksgiving at St Paul’s Cathedral and then follows the royal procession from Westminster Hall along the Mall to Buckingham Palace. Simon Li, Channel Director at ITV Granada, says: … [Read more...] about ITV Granada to air The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations