The first relay satellite of the SpaceDataHighway, EDRS-A, was successfully launched into geostationary orbit. After a test period, it will become operational for its first end-user customer by mid-2016. The SpaceDataHighway system will provide high-speed laser communication in space at up to 1.8 gigabits per second. This major programme, which cost nearly €500 m to develop, is the result of a public-private partnership (PPP) between the European Space Agency (ESA) and Airbus Defence and … [Read more...] about First of SpaceDataHighway launches
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Televisa hit ratings in Vietnam
Little Giants closed its first successful season in Vietnam with two special episodes. The original Televisa entertainment format has been confirmed for a second season in 2016. The talent show, produced by DienQuan Media and Entertainment, has registered an average of 10.8 rating points to date, which has made THVL, its broadcast channel, the sixth most-viewed out of the over 300 channels in the country. As a result of this resounding success, the network has confirmed the production of two … [Read more...] about Televisa hit ratings in Vietnam
CNN Asia Business Forum keynotes
CNN International announced the line-up of keynote speakers and panellists for the inaugural CNN Asia Business Forum, held in Mumbai, India on 14 February. Among those taking to the main stage to discuss Asia’s growth and potential are: Indian Finance Minister, Arun Jaitley CISCO Executive Chairman, John Chambers Mahindra Group Chairman, Anand Mahindra GE South Asia President and CEO, Banmali Agrawala Air Asia CEO, Tony Fernandes Former Prime Minister of Australia, Kevin Rudd Kerry … [Read more...] about CNN Asia Business Forum keynotes
CCTV partners Sesame Workshop
Shanghai and New York– CCTV Children’s Channel and Sesame Workshop China will collaborate on a Chinese New Year special programme. The five segments are part of CCTV’s one-hour special, Let’s Celebrate Chinese New Year. The two organizations will also launch a joint promotional campaign on social media platforms before and during the broadcasts. Production was organised by MyChinaChannel, which will also syndicate a special version of the programme on various broadcasters … [Read more...] about CCTV partners Sesame Workshop
Sundance sensation on Netflix
Beverly Hills, CA- The hilarious coming-of-age comedy Brahman Naman, from leading Indian indie director Q, will be available exclusively for Netflix members around the world later this year. Set in Bangalore in the 1980s, Brahman Naman follows the exploits of Naman, a quick witted, high school quiz champ who leads his hopelessly nerdy friends on a trip to Calcutta to win a major college prize. Young, smart and full of heart, the trio are determined to win the quiz - and to lose their virginity … [Read more...] about Sundance sensation on Netflix
CTE high ratings in 2015
Hong Kong– Celestial Tiger Entertainment (CTE) announced stellar ratings for its channels across key markets in 2015. Based on the full-year ratings data from 2015, CTE’s channels Celestial Movies, Celestial Classic Movies and KIX had all achieved noteworthy network viewership growth. In Malaysia, KIX HD continues to be the #1 English general entertainment HD channel. This is the fourth consecutive year KIX HD has held onto the top spot with Astro 4+ audiences. KIX HD also grew a … [Read more...] about CTE high ratings in 2015