BBC Worldwide Channels announced an agreement to launch BBC Knowledge branded programme block on Science TV. This is the first-ever launch of the BBC Knowledge brand in South Korea and the first branded programme block for the channel brand. Set to launch on 27 October 2008, the block will be subtitled in Korean and will reach about 10 million households every week night during prime time, from 8pm to 10pm. Sung-Soo Hwang, YTN's managing director commented, "Last month, Korea's Ministry of … [Read more...] about BBC Knowledge branded block inked in South Korea
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AETN International expands digital footprint across Asia
New York - AETN International has signed a number of VOD and mobile agreements in Korea, Japan, the Philippines and South East Asia. In Korea, AETN International has signed an agreement with IPTV platform LG to launch a History-branded VOD service, and has renewed an agreement with SK Broadband (formerly Hanaro) for a VOD service. Earlier this year, AETN International announced an agreement with Korea Telecom to launch History HD VOD on its IPTV service, Korea Telecom MegaTV. The HISTORY brand … [Read more...] about AETN International expands digital footprint across Asia
FCCE announces new Japan office, seeks other regional partnerships
The Film Content Company Europe (FCCE) announced the opening of its Tokyo office. Headed by Katsuhiko Sato, FCCE Japan is a partnership with the Tokyo based company B Creative B Inc. Justus Verkerk, chief commercial officer states that besides FCCE affiliates in Asia Pacific and Japan, he is looking actively for exclusive partnerships in South America, Russia, Africa and the Middle East. "We know that extensive knowledge of the local media landscape is crucial for a successful roll out. We have … [Read more...] about FCCE announces new Japan office, seeks other regional partnerships
CNN opens third newsgathering operation in India
CNN announced the opening of its third editorial operation in Mumbai, India, as well as the appointment of Mallika Kapur, currently a London-based reporter, as the network's Mumbai-based international correspondent effective immediately. "Owning and creating content is growing our business, on television, online, with affiliates and on new digital platforms,"said Parisa Khosravi, senior vice president of CNN International newsgathering. "India has one of the fastest growing economies in the … [Read more...] about CNN opens third newsgathering operation in India
Toei & CellFish Media join to launch mobile products
Toei Animation Europe S.A.S, a subsidiary of Toei Animation Co Ltd, and Cellfish Media has launched new mobile products for their animated properties, Magical Doremi and Digimon Adventure, in France. The mobile contents, wallpapers and animated wallpapers will be available throughout Cellfish Media B to C Platforms such as KKO-mobile.com. They will be promoted and distributed on TV internet, wap and press magazines. Nicolas d'Hueppe, CEO of Cellfish Media France said, "Japanese contents such as … [Read more...] about Toei & CellFish Media join to launch mobile products
Endemol launches global sports division
Endemol announced the appointment of Lawrence Duffy and Gregg Oldfield as joint managing directors of new global division Endemol Sport. Lawrence Duffy was previously vice president and head of development at IMG Sports Media, in charge of securing production business with sports federations, brands and broadcasters. Formerly at BBC Sport, he brings seventeen years of experience developing and executing high profile events and productions. Gregg Oldfield was formerly vice president, network … [Read more...] about Endemol launches global sports division