Singapore - The Media Development Authority of Singapore has begun refunding the 2011 RTV licence fees collected. Some 1.1 million cheques will be mailed in batches to households, non-residential TV licensees, vehicle owners, and dealers engaged in the import or sale of any broadcasting apparatus. The move follows the Government’s announcement in February this year that the RTV licence would be abolished. At the time, finance minister Tharman Shanmugaratnam said the fees were "losing their … [Read more...] about Refund for 2011 RTV licence fees begins
Singapore
Refund for 2011 RTV licence fees begins
Singapore - The Media Development Authority of Singapore has begun refunding the 2011 RTV licence fees collected. Starting today, some 1.1 million cheques will be mailed in batches to households, non-residential TV licensees, vehicle owners, and dealers engaged in the import or sale of any broadcasting apparatus. The move follows the Government's announcement in February this year that the RTV licence would be abolished. At the time, finance minister Tharman Shanmugaratnam said the fees were … [Read more...] about Refund for 2011 RTV licence fees begins
Patrick Schult to leave FremantleMedia
London - FremantleMedia today announced that its Asia CEO Patrick Schult has resigned. Schult intends to leave the company later this year after 24 years with the firm. He is keen to pursue new interests and a different direction in his career. Said Schult, "This has been a very difficult decision given all the wonderful people at FremantleMedia I have worked with over the years. The media industry in Asia is changing in profound ways and I look forward to playing a part in its future … [Read more...] about Patrick Schult to leave FremantleMedia
MediaCorp CEO Lucas Chow has resigned
Lucas Chow, CEO and Director of MediaCorp Pte Ltd. announced his resignation to the company's staff today. Mr Chow, who has held the top job at Singapore's state broadcaster since 2005, is expected to leave on 31 July 2011. Mr Teo Ming Kian, MediaCorp Chairman, said a committee has been established to consider a successor from both outside and within the company. Mr Chow said he plans to join another company which is in a different line of business. Before joining MediaCorp he was Chief … [Read more...] about MediaCorp CEO Lucas Chow has resigned
Jeffrey Soong now MD of Celestial Pictures Asia
Celestial Pictures, the Chinese motion picture company and operator of regional pay-TV channels, announced today the appointment of Jeffrey Soong as Managing Director of its newly opened Taiwan office. Celestial Pictures will utilize a local presence in Taiwan to expand the distribution of its channels, develop film and TV series co-productions, explore new media licensing opportunities and raise its profile in Taiwan's entertainment scene. Jeffrey Soong will lead the Taiwan operation and work … [Read more...] about Jeffrey Soong now MD of Celestial Pictures Asia
Singapore, where Music Matters
Singapore/Hong Kong – Branded Ltd. announced that Music Matters, the marquee event for the Asian music industry, will be held in Singapore from 24-28th May, 2011. Created in 2006, Music Matters has expanded from a two-day conference to a full programme for music and digital entertainment industry professionals, and incorporates Music Matters Live music festival featuring performances from Asian and international music artists. The digital entertainment landscape is rapidly evolving and … [Read more...] about Singapore, where Music Matters