Thailand – MCOT Public Company Limited has entered into a strategic alliance with Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN) Asia, a division of Viacom Inc., and appleTool Co. Ltd, a local general entertainment content provider and subsidiary of VR1 Media Group, to collaborate on production, licensing, and distribution and live events for MTV Thailand. This follows an announcement on an exclusive licensing agreement between VIMN and appleTool to bring back MTV Thailand. At a signing … [Read more...] about MCOT, appleTOOL and VIMN Asia enter strategic alliance in Thailand
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Viacom Asia to launch its channels on SingTel mio TV
Singapore – Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN) Asia, a division of Viacom Inc., has announced the launch of MTV Southeast Asia, Nickelodeon Southeast Asia, Nick Jr., and Comedy Central Asia on SingTel mio TV’s subscription TV service. The partnership also includes Nickelodeon-branded on-the-ground events that will further strengthen its brand experience with its audience. Details about launch dates and price plans will be announced in the coming weeks. “Expanding the … [Read more...] about Viacom Asia to launch its channels on SingTel mio TV
VIMN Asia names Tina Tong as Malaysia’s Country Manager
Malaysia – Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN) Asia, a division of Viacom Inc., has appointed Tina Tong as Country Manager for its Malaysia operations, effective since January 7. This is a newly created senior position, since the inception of the Malaysian operations in June 2011. In this role, Tong will be responsible for driving profitable growth for VIMN’s business in the country. She will be responsible for the P&L management of all local VIMN businesses, across … [Read more...] about VIMN Asia names Tina Tong as Malaysia’s Country Manager
VIMN launches new digital platform showcasing Japanese pop culture
Tokyo/Singapore/London/New York – Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN), a unit of Viacom Inc. has announced the international launch of MTV 81, an English-language advertiser-supported digital platform designed to showcase Japanese artists and pop culture to international audiences. MTV 81 – with “81” referencing the international calling code for Japan – offers original content including live performances, artist profiles, news and interviews with those … [Read more...] about VIMN launches new digital platform showcasing Japanese pop culture
Nickelodeon goes to Sea
Singapore – Viacom International Media Networks Asia, a division of Viacom Inc., and Star Cruises, one of the leading cruise lines in Asia-Pacific, have announced an expanded strategic partnership to launch the first-ever “Nickelodeon At Sea” cruises in Asia for the upcoming year-end school holidays on SuperStar Virgo and SuperStar Libra from 11 November to 30 December. Co-sponsored by Mondial Assistance, the series of 55 “Nickelodeon At Sea” cruises will kick off … [Read more...] about Nickelodeon goes to Sea