Hong Kong – RTL CBS Asia Entertainment Network announced that it has sealed a carriage deal which will bring the general entertainment channel, RTL CBS Entertainment HD, to Hong Kong on PCCW’s now TV platform. RTL CBS Entertainment HD will potentially reach over one million pay-TV households through now TV. “We are delighted to bring the channel to viewers in Hong Kong and to partner with such an accomplished operator as now TV,” said Jonas Engwall, Chief Executive … [Read more...] about RTL CBS Entertainment HD in Hong Kong
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now TV launches new on-demand services
Hong Kong – now TV, Hong Kong’s quadruple-play pay-TV provider, has enhanced its on-demand library with the introduction of BBC, Disney Movies On Demand, FOX and WarnerTV on-demand services. now TV customers can now enjoy a selection of premium content from these content providers via the now TV set-top box or smart devices at no additional charge. Highlights of the new on-demand services are as follows: BBC ON DEMAND is the home of award-winning shows, original British drama and … [Read more...] about now TV launches new on-demand services
du collaborates with PCCW Global
Hong Kong – du, the growing telecommunications operator in the United Arab Emirates, and PCCW Global, the international operating division of HKT, Hong Kong’s premier telecommunications service provider, have jointly announced a new collaboration to offer Smart Home services across the UAE. The announcement was made during GITEX Technology Week 2014. Collaboration with PCCW Global will enable du to implement a strategy of integrating third party smart and connected devices into UAE … [Read more...] about du collaborates with PCCW Global
PCCW Teleservices sweeps four awards at the 2014 ContactCenterWorld Awards
Hong Kong / Manila, Philippines – PCCW Teleservices, a HKT subsidiary and premier provider of global outsourcing solutions, has swept four awards at the 2014 ContactCenterWorld Asia Pacific Top Ranking Performers Conference and Awards. PCCW Teleservices won the gold medal award for Best In Customer Service - Mega (Outsourced); silver medal awards for Best Contact Center – Mega (Outsourced) and Best Help Desk respectively; and the bronze medal award for Best Contact Center … [Read more...] about PCCW Teleservices sweeps four awards at the 2014 ContactCenterWorld Awards
PCCW launches HK$300 million Independent Productions fund
Hong Kong - PCCW has announced the set-up of a HK$300 million Independent Productions Fund for the acquisition of local independent productions in a bid to support the local production industry, as well as offering a greater variety of TV programme choices for Hong Kong viewers. First conceived more than a year ago, the Independent Productions Fund forms part of PCCW’s preparation for its Free TV service.PCCW welcomes the Chief Executive-in-Council’s grant of the … [Read more...] about PCCW launches HK$300 million Independent Productions fund
Public to influence PCCW licence renewal
Hong Kong's Communications Authority (CA) will conduct a one-month public consultation exercise for the renewal of the domestic pay-TV service licence of PCCW Media Limited, starting from November 1, 2013. PCCW Media's licence commenced on September 26, 2003, and will expire after September 25, 2015. Pursuant to section 11(3) of the Broadcasting Ordinance (Cap. 562), the CA will process PCCW Media's licence renewal application and submit recommendations to the Chief Executive in … [Read more...] about Public to influence PCCW licence renewal
