Hong Kong – Toonami, the newest action brand from Turner Broadcasting System Asia Pacific, is ramping up its presence with several marketing initiatives in the next few weeks. As part of the launch campaign, animation fans are invited to attend events, enter an innovative competition and be a part of the brand’s development online. In Singapore, TOONAMI INCEPTION ’13 promises to be a massive gathering of favourite superheroes.. On February 23, from 1-9pm at … [Read more...] about Superheroes gather in Asia for Toonami launch
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Amazone wonders
Bangkok - Turner Broadcasting System Asia Pacific has announced plans to launch the world’s first Cartoon Network-themed waterpark, to be located in Bang Saray, near Pattaya, on the East coast of Thailand. Named “Cartoon Network Amazone”, the theme park is scheduled to open in 2013. It is a nod to the lush Amazon Rainforest while infusing popular animated series and cartoon heroes including Ben 10, The Powerpuff Girls, Johnny Bravo and The Amazing World of Gumball. The … [Read more...] about Amazone wonders
Turner takes new Creative Direction
Hong Kong – Turner Broadcasting System Asia Pacific, Inc. has appointed Glenn Bartlett as Creative Director, to lead the company’s on-air and off-air creative direction. Based in Hong Kong and reporting to Lucien Harrington, Vice President of Branding and Communications, Bartlett is responsible for managing the creative strategy for Turner’s entertainment portfolio including Cartoon Network, POGO and Boomerang, while supporting the development of key kids’ franchises such … [Read more...] about Turner takes new Creative Direction
Vivek Bahl joins Turner’s Indian arm
Mumbai – Turner International has appointed Vivek Bahl as Chief Content Officer. Bahl reports to Mark Eyers, Chief Content Officer, Turner Broadcasting System Asia Pacific, Inc. Based in Turner’s Mumbai office, Bahl oversees the content strategy and development for Turner’s diverse portfolio of entertainment brands in India including Imagine TV, Cartoon Network, POGO and WB. Bahl joins the company with more than 25 years of entertainment experience and a cross functional … [Read more...] about Vivek Bahl joins Turner’s Indian arm
Cartoon Network goes HD
Casbaa, Hong Kong – Cartoon Network today announced a new dedicated high definition (HD) channel, the first amongst kids’ broadcasters in the Asia Pacific. Rolling out first in South East Asia from January 2012, Cartoon Network HD will offer content in native HD that includes a line-up of both original and acquired content. Programmes include the award-winning new series The Amazing World of Gumball, Ben 10, and Chowder. Sunny Saha, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Turner … [Read more...] about Cartoon Network goes HD