Denver, Colorado – Liberty Global plc (“Liberty Global” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: LBTYA, LBTYB and LBTYK) announced on July 17 that it has acquired 259.8 million shares in ITV plc (“ITV”) from British Sky Broadcasting Group plc for total consideration of approximately GBP 481 million. As a result of this investment, Liberty Global will own approximately 6.4% of ITV. Mike Fries, Liberty Global’s Chief Executive Officer, commented: “This … [Read more...] about Liberty Global acquires ITV shares
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ITV and BBC to broadcast FIFA World Cup 2018 and 2022
Securing the shared exclusive rights for ITV and BBC continues the free to air broadcasting of FIFA World Cup tournaments to UK television viewers, as well as encompassing online and radio coverage. The 2018 finals will be the fourteenth consecutive FIFA World Cup that ITV and BBC broadcast together, continuing their long-running and hugely successful broadcast partnership. Over three quarters of the UK population tuned in to the FIFA World Cup in South Africa in 2010. Niall Sloane, ITV Director … [Read more...] about ITV and BBC to broadcast FIFA World Cup 2018 and 2022
ITV and Join In partner for new campaign
ITV and sports charity Join In announced on June 2 that they are partnering for the launch of a new ITV Local Heroes campaign to encourage volunteering in local sport, setting a target of generating interest in volunteering in community sport from a further 100,000 new volunteers. As part of its on-going commitment to grass-roots sport, and the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic legacy, Join In is partnering with ITV to connect viewers who register interest in volunteering with opportunities at … [Read more...] about ITV and Join In partner for new campaign
Ben Ulm appointed Head of Content at ITV Studios Australia
Signalling its commitment to the television market, the UK broadcaster and production company, under Jacoby's leadership, has created this new position to further cultivate ITV Studios as a leading content producer in Australia. Over his 30-year television career, Ulm has developed and produced content for all Australian free-to-air networks, subscription television, UK broadcasters as well as U.S. networks overseeing factual, entertainment, reality, and lifestyle productions. Ulm most recently … [Read more...] about Ben Ulm appointed Head of Content at ITV Studios Australia
ITV Studios enters exclusive deal with Komixx Entertainment
Sherman Oaks, California – ITV Studios America has entered into an exclusive producer deal with Komixx Entertainment Inc (Komixx), Orly Adelson, President of ITV Studios America, announced on April 16. Komixx is an entertainment rights owner and content production company based in the UK, which has recently expanded into the U.S. Komixx sources rights through its wide range of relationships in the creative industries including its exclusive relationship with major book publisher The Random … [Read more...] about ITV Studios enters exclusive deal with Komixx Entertainment
ITV Studios GE closes deal with prod co 42
Set up in 2013, 42 has a background in feature film production and ITVS GE will work closely with them as they move into television. They have several series already in development with broadcasters as well as close ties with the U.S. creative industries. Ruth Clarke, Director of Acquisitions and Co-Productions, ITV Studios Global Entertainment, said: “We are delighted to be partnering with 42 to develop strong dramas for international distribution. Their track record in quality film … [Read more...] about ITV Studios GE closes deal with prod co 42