Luxembourg – SES announced that a renewal of its contract with Sony Entertainment Television (SET) Asia has been signed. The new agreement will enable SET Asia to serve its subscribers in the UK and Ireland at SES’ prime orbital arc of 28.2/ 28.5 degrees East, as well as distribute its platform to affiliates across Europe. SES serves almost 13 million satellite households across the UK and Ireland from its constellation of four satellites positioned at the … [Read more...] about SES renews contract with Sony Entertainment Television Asia
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BBC’s partnership with Discovery comes to mutual end
Over the years, the partnership between BBC and Discovery has produced acclaimed programming events such as Life, Frozen Planet, Blue Planet and Wonders Of The Solar System. Although the formal relationship is coming to an end, the BBC and Discovery will continue to work together on a number of forthcoming projects, including Hidden Kingdoms and How To Build A Planet. Bal Samra, BBC Commercial Director, said: “The BBC and Discovery have enjoyed a … [Read more...] about BBC’s partnership with Discovery comes to mutual end
FremantleMedia appoints Global Entertainment Production director
London, UK – FremantleMedia has announced the appointment of Diana Buddingh as Director, Global Entertainment Production. Based in London, Buddingh will drive and manage the global roll-out of FremantleMedia’s formats from a production perspective, reporting to FremantleMedia’s CEO, Cecile Frot-Coutaz from October 1, 2013. Buddingh will be responsible for the brand management and global roll-out of all FremantleMedia’s developed and acquired … [Read more...] about FremantleMedia appoints Global Entertainment Production director
BBC Worldwide to launch premium BBC channel on Foxtel
Sydney – BBC Worldwide is set to launch a premium BBC channel on Foxtel offering premiere British drama and comedy, ad-break free and as close to UK transmission as possible in a new multi-platform deal for the BBC that aims to create a direct relationship with Australian audiences. Launching as part of the Foxtel Drama & Lifestyle package in mid-2014, the channel will feature first-run programming from the BBC and other British producers, which will not be … [Read more...] about BBC Worldwide to launch premium BBC channel on Foxtel
9 Story Entertainment’s “Camp Lakebottom” sold to Disney XD U.S.
Toronto, Canada – 9 Story Entertainment has announced the sale of its children’s animated comedy Camp Lakebottom (26x22’) to Disney XD U.S., as well as, multiple international Disney channels in the UK; Ireland; Benelux; Italy; Spain (through LUK); CEE including Poland; Asia including Japan, Korea and India; Middle East; Turkey; South and Sub-Saharan Africa, and Latin America. Camp Lakebottom, produced by 9 Story Entertainment for TELETOON Canada, has also been licensed to ABC … [Read more...] about 9 Story Entertainment’s “Camp Lakebottom” sold to Disney XD U.S.
Content Television teams up with Artists Studio in exclusive distribution pact
London – Content Television, a division of Content Media Corporation, has concluded a first-look agreement with UK production powerhouse Artists Studio, which will see the distributor and producer collaborating on a roster of new titles for the international market. The deal will grant Content Television a first-look on acquiring international rights to all Artists Studio productions developed independently of any third party commissions. Led by Gub Neal, Justin Thomson-Glover … [Read more...] about Content Television teams up with Artists Studio in exclusive distribution pact
