Thailand - Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN) Asia has announced an exclusive licensing agreement with AppleTool Co. Ltd, a local general entertainment content provider and a subsidiary of VR1 Media Group, to bring MTV Thailand back for viewers. AppleTool is a content provider, who produces local general entertainment channel and has a local block time on Channel 9 through its subsidiary O Noi Ogg. According to VIMN, MTV Thailand was previously licensed to Very Group and the … [Read more...] about VIMN Asia brings back MTV Thailand
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Indonesia’s Global TV and VIMN renew relationship
Indonesia – Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN) Asia has announced a three-year exclusive renewal of Nickelodeon’s branded block package with one of MNC Media’s subsidiaries, a free-to-air Indonesia broadcaster, PT Global Informasi Bermutu popularly known as Global TV, that includes Nickelodeon properties like SpongeBob Square Pants, Dora the Explorer, Go, Diego, Go!, Avatar, The Legend of Aang and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. The deal also appoints another MNC Media … [Read more...] about Indonesia’s Global TV and VIMN renew relationship
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
Viacom Asia names Adeline Ong Senior Director for Corporate Communications
Singapore – Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN) Asia, a division of Viacom Inc., has announced that Adeline Ong has been appointed as the Senior Director for Corporate Communications in Asia, a newly created senior position. Ong will help shape VIMN’s communications strategy and lead VIMN’s external and internal communications efforts across its growing portfolio of brands across the region, and drive the global strategic priorities within Asia. Ong will be based in … [Read more...] about Viacom Asia names Adeline Ong Senior Director for Corporate Communications
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
Seven territories in Asia to get Comedy Central Asia
SINGAPORE – Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN) will be launching the first 24-hour all-comedy channel, Comedy Central Asia on November 1 at 12pm (SG/PH) in seven territories – Singapore (StarHub), the Philippines (SkyTel), Cambodia (PPCTV Co. Ltd and One TV), Myanmar (SkyNet DTH), Papua New Guinea (Channel 8 and HiTRON), Samoa (Bluesky Moana TV) and Mongolia (SkyMedia). The eighth territory, Thailand, will begin transmission of Comedy Central Asia on December 1 via IPTV … [Read more...] about Seven territories in Asia to get Comedy Central Asia
