Cartoon Network Singapore – SingTel mio TV and Turner Broadcasting System Asia-Pacific, Inc. have announced a carriage deal for seven Turner channels to be made available on the SingTel mio TV platform from 6 January. The Turner channels that will be available on the SingTel mio TV platform include: CNN International The region’s kids brand bouquet featuring Cartoon Network and Boomerang. Special-interest entertainment channels truTV and Turner Classic Movies. Newly-launched … [Read more...] about SingTel mio TV launch seven Turner channels
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Cartoon Network Amazone wins Leading Edge Award 2014
Cartoon Network Amazone Bang Saray, Thailand – Just one month after its official opening, Cartoon Network Amazone has been awarded the prestigious Leading Edge Award 2014 at the World Waterpark Association’s Symposium & Trade Show Awards in Las Vegas. Thailand’s tourism minister also praised the new project, saying that the park is perfectly aligned with the country’s tourism strategy for 2015. Opened on 3 October, Cartoon Network Amazone is the first ever Cartoon … [Read more...] about Cartoon Network Amazone wins Leading Edge Award 2014
Turner launches Oh!K
Hong Kong – Turner Broadcasting System Asia Pacific today signed a volume deal with Korea’s leading broadcaster, MBC, locking in content for Oh!K, a new general entertainment channel. Ricky Ow, President of Turner Asia Pacific, said, “Oh!K combines the best in content with Turner's proven history in curating some of the most successful channels in Asia Pacific. We are thrilled to partner with MBC in creating what I'm sure will be an iconic brand for Southeast Asia, and we are … [Read more...] about Turner launches Oh!K
Turner AP expands Phil Nelson’s role
Hong Kong – Turner International Asia Pacific announced on May 12 that Phil Nelson has been appointed Senior Vice President and Managing Director, Southeast Asia Pacific and North Asia. Phil Nelson Previously responsible for strategic planning and North Asia, Nelson now has operational oversight for the commercial functions of Turner’s business in Southeast Asia Pacific in addition to Japan and Korea. Reporting to him from these three regional areas are Tom Perry, Ron … [Read more...] about Turner AP expands Phil Nelson’s role
Turner appoints new GE Head for Asia Pacific
Hong Kong – Turner International Asia Pacific announced on April 22 the appointment of Marianne Lee as Vice President – Content, General Entertainment, effective May 2. In this role, she will define and execute content and channel strategy for Turner Broadcasting System Asia Pacific general entertainment brands. Her focus will include WarnerTV and two special interest brands, TCM Turner Classic Movies and truTV. Marianne Lee WarnerTV is a recent addition to Turner’s Asia … [Read more...] about Turner appoints new GE Head for Asia Pacific
WarnerTV joins Turner’s Asian portfolio
Hong Kong – Turner Broadcasting System Asia Pacific announced on April 16 that it will assume full operational responsibility for WarnerTV including its programming, distribution, advertising sales and marketing. The pan-Asian channel offers viewers exclusive new series, returning U.S. hits and blockbusters from the stable of Warner Bros. Entertainment content. Ricky Ow, President of Turner International Asia Pacific, said: “This announcement makes a bold statement, and demonstrates … [Read more...] about WarnerTV joins Turner’s Asian portfolio
