The South China Morning Post has reported that the Office of the Communications Authority has imposed a fine of HK$200, 000 each on TVB and ATV for illegal spectrum trading. The watchdog said the two stations were required under their licences to equally share the transmission capacity of a multiple frequency network, for digital broadcast of programmes on their four analogue FTA channels, added the report. TVB, however, had used more than half of the transmission capacity for … [Read more...] about Hong Kong TV stations fined for illegal spectrum trading
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VIMN launches three new channels in Hong Kong
Hong Kong – Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN) Asia, a division of Viacom Inc., has announced the launch of MTV China, Nickelodeon and Nick Jr. on TVB Network Vision through the optical-fibre networks of Hutchison Global Communications Limited, that went on-air on November 1, 2013. “We are delighted to add a new carriage partner in TVB Pay Network Vision, and to see the expansion of our brands’ presence in Hong Kong,” said VIMN Asia’s … [Read more...] about VIMN launches three new channels in Hong Kong
Sky Vision’s “Mandela” documentary pre-sold at MIPCOM
Mandela: The Struggle is My Life (1 x 60’ HD) was co-produced by Sky News and Sky Vision and distributed exclusively by Sky Vision. At MIPCOM, Sky Vision pre-sold the documentary to 19 territories: Network 10 in Australia, CCTV in China, TVB in Hong Kong, Brazil’s GloboSat, Singapore’s MediaCorp, TVI Portugal, TV2 Norway, TV4 Sweden/Finland, TV2 Denmark, RTL Netherlands, Spektrum Television Hungary/ Czech Republic, Solar News Channel in the Philippines, VRT Belgium, … [Read more...] about Sky Vision’s “Mandela” documentary pre-sold at MIPCOM
beIN SPORT launches in Hong Kong on TVB
Hong Kong – beIN SPORT has announced its partnership with TVB NETWORK VISION (TVBNV) for the inaugural launch of two sports channels in Hong Kong with a strong line-up of football and sports content in HD. beIN SPORT’s launch on TVBNV also marks the first time the broadcaster is offering a comprehensive line-up of sports. Sports fans in Hong Kong can expect compelling and premium LIVE content across beIN SPORT 1 HD & beIN SPORT 2 … [Read more...] about beIN SPORT launches in Hong Kong on TVB
“Triumph in the Skies II” wins big at StarHub TVB Awards 2013
Singapore – The StarHub TVB Awards 2013 saw the industry’s biggest names gather at the Marina Bay Sands Grand Theatre to honour the best in TVB programming. Broadcast LIVE on E City for the first time, the Awards saw a total of 31 trophies presented across 20 categories. The biggest winner of the night was Triumph in the Skies II, with four wins. Myolie Wu and Julian Cheung won the My Favourite TVB Male and Female TV Character awards for their roles … [Read more...] about “Triumph in the Skies II” wins big at StarHub TVB Awards 2013
TVB incurs fine for anti-competition practices
The complaint from ATV alleged that certain clauses in TVB's contracts and informal practices with its talents prevented, distorted and substantially restricted competition. The full investigation, which launched in August 2010, found that TVB engaged in anti-competition practices involving unreasonable contract terms and not allowing the talents to speak in Cantonese for other station's shows, among others. According to the South China Morning Post, the maximum penalty allowed by law … [Read more...] about TVB incurs fine for anti-competition practices
