Deutsche Welle (DW) is now available to viewers in Mongolia via SkyMedia. DW’s English channel will be broadcast on channel 205.

(November 2013) As of November 25, DW’s flagship channel with 24 hours of English programming is available on SkyMedia to viewers in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. This new agreement with SkyMedia is just further proof of how DW has expanded its reach in the market via new IPTV platforms.

“Viewers in Mongolia appreciate our precise and reliable reporting, and they have always been strong supporters of our brand of programming,” said Petra Schneider, Director of Distribution at DW. “We are excited to include our 24/7 English language channel on SkyMedia, effectively enabling us to address new viewers who appreciate our perspective on European lifestyle, culture, arts and technology, as well as insights and analysis on business, politics and sports. It is an honor for us to have both our German and now English channels included in SkyMedia’s lineup.”

“DW’s continuous support and commitment has made DW an invaluable partner to SkyMedia. We are pleased to welcome DW English to the SkyMedia family,” added D. Byambatseren, CEO at SkyMedia.

DW’s English channel will be available in the “News” bouquet of channels accessible to all subscribers of SkyMedia on channel 205. In addition, DW’s German program DW (Asien) is available in Mongolia on channel 702.

About SkyMedia
SkyMedia Corporation LLC is the subsidiary of Skytel Group, which is the second largest mobile operator and one of the biggest conglomerate in Mongolia. In 2012, SkyMedia was awarded the second IPTV license in Mongolia and launched its IPTV service in July 2012. It offers the best international and local channels with more than 134 channels.

About DW
Deutsche Welle (DW) is Germany’s international broadcaster and a trusted source for reliable, unbiased news and information. DW has developed regional television lineups in English, German, Spanish and Arabic, with radio and online content available in 30 different languages. DW’s television lineup offers news, features and documentaries covering everything from business, science and politics to arts, culture and sports.

PRESS: WWW.DW.DE/PRESS
INSIDER BLOG: BLOGS.DW.DE/INSIDER

(Nov 28, 2013) Following what it describes as a period of sustained growth, Globecast Australia has undertaken a strategic review of its management team to “best effect a structure for continued efficiency and innovation”.

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FOX INTERNATIONAL CHANNELS APPOINTS VICE PRESIDENT OF SYNDICATION AND VICE PRESIDENT OF AFFILIATE SALES AND COMMERCIAL FOR APAC & MIDDLE EAST

Two new senior appointments underscore FIC’s plans to further drive content and channel distribution across the region

Hong Kong, November 29, 2013 – FOX International Channels (FIC) Asia announced today that it has made senior appointments into two newly created positions. Helena Choe started in her new role on November 18th as Vice President of Syndication while Rahul Sood will assume the role of Vice President of Affiliate Sales and Commercial effective December 9th. Both executives’ geographic remit will cover Asia Pacific and the Middle East. The addition of these two seasoned executives will strengthen FIC’s Affiliate Partnerships and Syndication division, further expanding FIC’s presence in the television and content industry across the region.

As Vice President of Syndication based in Hong Kong, Helena will work with channel and business development teams, as well as country managers to establish region-wide syndication policies and drive the distribution ofFIC Asia’s sports, factual and entertainment content rights to multiple platforms. With its launch of FOX Sports in Asia at the beginning of this year, FIC is committed to growing the presence of high quality sports content across the region and helping to make it accessible to sports fans everywhere. The creation of this role and Helena’s appointment are in line with this objective. She joins FIC from sports rights marketing agency Sportfive International, where she held the position of Managing Director of the Hong Kong office, leading activities for Sportfive’s TV rights in Hong Kong, Japan and Korea, and digital rights across Asia Pacific. Helena was also previously Vice President of Digital Media, Asia Pacific at IMG Media.

Rahul will operate out of Singapore as Vice President of Affiliate Sales and Commercial. He will be responsible for FIC’s sales and channel development of new markets across the region, with emphasis on newly emerging markets. Rahul will also be developing FIC’s sales strategy for commercial establishments such as hotels and other out-of-home opportunities. In addition, Rahul will focus on the international distribution beyond APAC and the Middle East of FIC’s suite of Chinese channels, which includes SCM, the network’s powerhouse Chinese movies channel. This emphasis underscores FIC’s commitment to the ambitious goal of promoting Chinese-language content beyond Asia and taking the SCM brand global. Rahul brings over 17 years of leadership experience in various roles in Asia’s TV industry. Prior to joining FIC, he spent 10 years as the Head of Affiliate Sales and Network Distribution at NDTV, one of India’s leading news networks. Prior to that he held the role of Executive Director of Affiliate Sales for South Asia at Turner Broadcasting and was part of the initial core team who established the New Delhi office.

Helena Choe and Rahul Sood report to Alex Lambeek, Executive Vice President of Affiliate Partnerships and Syndication for Asia Pacific and the Middle East at FIC.
“Both Helena and Rahul bring a great wealth of experience to FOX International Channels and we are very pleased to welcome them on board,”said Alex Lambeek. “Their appointments serve to demonstrate our commitment to work closely with our affiliate partners to further FIC’s presence across Asia Pacific and the Middle East.”
Helena said, “I am pleased to be joining the leader in regional broadcasting and an internationally renowned brand. With sports, factual and entertainment under FIC Asia’s portfolio, I look forward to working with great content across all different genres.”

Rahul said, “It’s a real honor to join a network with such a strong commitment to building great partnerships with affiliates. I look forward to expanding FIC’s distribution network and working closely with existing and new platform partners to build the business together.”

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About FOX International Channels
FOX International Channels (FIC) is 21st Century FOX’s international multi-media business. We develop, produce and distribute 300+ wholly- and majority-owned entertainment, factual, sports, movie and lifestyle channels across Latin America, Europe, Asia and Africa, in 45 languages. These networks and their related mobile, non-linear and high-definition extensions, reach over 1.6 billion cumulative households worldwide.

In Asia, FIC operates or distributes 30+ channel brands, including the FOX, STAR and National Geographic brands, with over 100 feeds across 14 markets. As the leading pay-TV network in the region, we reach more than 550 million cumulative subscribers across Asia Pacific and the Middle East with offices in Hong Kong, China, Taiwan, Japan, Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam, India, Australia and the UAE. For more information, please visit www.foxinternationalchannels.com.

This press release was issued on behalf of FOX International Channels Asia by Tactic Public Relations Limited (Tactic). For further information, please contact:

FOX International Channels
Kelly Jang
Director
Pan Regional Trade Marketing & PR
DID: +852 2621 8875
Email: kelly.jang@fox.com

Tactic Public Relations Limited (Tactic)
Kristen Gallagher
Tactic – Hong Kong
DID: +852 2114 4345
Email: kristen.gallagher@tacticpr.com.hk

Diana Low
Tactic – Singapore
DID: +65 6325 8264
Email: diana.low@tacticpr.com.sg

STAR WORLD RENEWS PARTNERSHIP WITH TRESEMMÉ AND SUBARU FOR ASIA’S NEXT TOP MODELS2 TO AIR JANUARY 2014

WELCOMES NEW PARTNERS MALAYSIA AIRLINES, YTL HOTELS, POND’S AND TOURISM MALAYSIA

ASIA, 27 November, 2013 – Asia’s Next Top Model Season 2 (AsNTM S2), the Asian adaptation of the globally successful model reality series America’s Next Top Model, returns to FOX International Channels (FIC) Asia this January 2014. The show, which follows 16 model hopefuls from 12 countries in Asia in their quest to become the next Asian supermodel, will air on Asia’s finest leading English-language entertainment channel, Star World, on 8 January, 2014.

AsNTM S2 is one of FIC Asia’s most significant pan-regional original productions to date; tailor-made in Asia specifically for an Asian audience. The first season of the reality talent model series attracted a regional viewership of over 39 million, leading FIC Asia to commission the second season that promises to be bigger, better and more glamorous than ever before.

With a multi-million dollar budget, AsNTM S2 has attracted both local and prominent international partners, including FMCG giant Unilever who have grown their involvement with the show this year by bringing on board two of their key brands – TRESemmé as a prize sponsor and prestigious skin care brand Pond’s. Unilever’s participation in the show was recommended and facilitated by their media agency, Mindshare.

FIC welcomes back Subaru as a prize sponsor and also new partners, Malaysia Airlines and YTL Hotels, supported by Tourism Malaysia. AsNTM S2 was shot primarily in Malaysia, the core country for this particular cycle, and showcases some of Malaysia’s most breath-taking and picturesque sceneries. Additional partners also include Harper’s Bazaar and Storm Model Management.

The winner of AsNTM S2 will become the 2014 Face of TRESemmé in South East Asia, the opportunity to appear on the cover and be featured in a fashion spread of Harper’s Bazaar Singapore and Harper’s Bazaar Malaysia, a cash prize and a three-month modelling contract with leading international modelling agency, Storm Model Management and also will be awarded the brand-new Subaru XV.

FIC commissioned internationally renowned production company Active TV to produce the show. A major part of the production took place at Astro Studios in Kuala Lumpur as part of FIC’s commitment to support Malaysia’s local film and television industry.

AsNTM S2 will be available on Star World, reaching 17 countries and territories across Asia and the Middle East. Familiar faces from Season 1, including the host and head of the judging panel, Asian supermodel Nadya Hutagalung and model mentor Joey Mead King will be joined by new additions, including, resident photographer, Mike Rosenthal and movement coach Adam Williams. A star-studded cast of famous faces from the fashion and entertainment world will also make an appearance, such as high fashion shoe designer, Jimmy Choo; international songbird, CoCo Lee; beauty guru for the Kardashian sisters, Rob Scheppy; pop music powerhouse from Sweden, Icona Pop; and Australia’s premier couturier, Alex Perry, all of whom will offer their expert advice to these ambitious Asian models.

Simeon Dawes, Executive Vice President of Advertising Sales and Partnerships for Asia Pacific and Middle East at FOX One Stop Media, FIC’s integrated ad sales arm, said “Through strong partnerships with TRESemmé, Subaru, Malaysia Airlines, Tourism Malaysia and YTL Hotels, FOX International Channels expects to build on the success of Asia’s Next Top Model and deliver another great season for Star World’s target audience; young, powerful and successful women with exceptional taste in entertainment. We wish to thank each and every one of our partners, whose involvement allows us to keep creating great television for Asia.”

We are delighted to partner FOX International Channels for Asia’s Next Top Model. This is a very important partnership for Unilever which enables us to unlock the magic for our brands. The appeal of Asia’s Next Top Model is next to none and thus makes it a perfect platform for TRESemmé and Ponds. Leveraging our great experience in Season 1, we are all set for the excitement of Season 2. I am really looking forward to the new season and strengthening our partnership with FIC.” added Rahul Welde, Unilever VP of Media

Glenn Tan, Executive Director of Tan Chong International Limited, said “Asia’s Next Top Model embodies elements such as excitement, aspiration and making the best out of real life situations and these key characteristics are synonymous with our Subaru cars. We were happy to come back on this second cycle of Asia’s Next Top Model, as the show grows in Asia and gets even more exciting, and we believe the excitement around the show will further strengthen Subaru’s appeal in Asia.

“It’s a real pleasure to be back on board for the second cycle of Asia’s Next Top Model,” commented Jean Madden, Senior Brand Manager for TRESemmé, “The series is a great platform to showcase the transformative power of our hair care products used by professionals all around the world, from the shoots of Asia’s Next TopModel to backstage at New York Mercedes-Benz Fashion week”

“Mindshare recommends Unilever to grow their involvement to more brands by leveraging Asia’s Next Top Model. The Top Model franchise is not only one of the most entertaining and globally successful formats from an audience’s point of view, but also a very brand-friendly format where more brands makes for a better show,” said Roy Sudipto, Managing Partner Client Leadership, Mindshare

Aja Ng, YTL Hotels Director of Public Relations shared, “Having our resorts and hotels such as the private island Pangkor Laut Resort and The Ritz-Carlton Kuala Lumpur serve as a backdrop to the models’ trials and experiences gives us the opportunity to not only showcase Malaysia through our stunning locations, but also build a rewarding partnership with Asia’s Next Top Model and Fox International Channels.”

Y.Bhg. Dato’ Mirza Mohammad Taiyab, the Director General of Tourism Malaysia, concluded, “We are proud to support Asia’s Next Top Model. This partnership with FOX International Channels has given us the chance to show off the variety, multiculturalism and beauty at the heart of our society and country. It’s also timely as the show will help to promote Visit Malaysia Year 2014 to the Asia region as a fantastic shopping and luxury destination”

Asia’s Next Top Model Season 2 will premiere at 9:40 pm HKT / SGT on 8 January 2014 on Star World. For more information, please visit http://asntm2.starworldasia.tv/

This press release was issued on behalf of FOX International Channels Asia by Tactic Public Relations Limited (Tactic). For further information, please contact:

Aileen Wong
FOX International Channels – Malaysia
DID: +603 2260 0812
aileen.wong@fox.com

Kelly Jang
Director, Pan Regional Trade Marketing & PR, FOX International Channels – Asia
DID: +852 2621 8875
kelly.jang@fox.com
Kristen Gallagher
Tactic – Hong Kong
DID: +852 2114 4345
kristen.gallagher@tacticpr.com.hk

Diana Low
Tactic – Singapore
DID: +65 6325 8264
diana.low@tacticpr.com.sg

About STAR World

Star World is Asia’s finest leading female entertainment channel focused on delivering the best entertainment solution to trend setters and story seekers of Asia.The channel offers exclusive access to dramas, comedies, reality shows and special live events from the U.S and around the world and features the hottest content from original productions. Star World’s edgy style and urban chic look aims at attracting affluent, young female viewers who aspire to lead smart and sophisticated lifestyles.Star World is available in nearly 9 million homes, reaching 17 countries and territories across Asia and the Middle East. For more information, please visit http://www.starworldasia.tv/.

About FOX International Channels

FOX International Channels (FIC) is 21st Century FOX’s international multi-media business. We develop, produce and distribute 300+ wholly- and majority-owned entertainment, factual, sports, movie and lifestyle channels across Latin America, Europe, Asia and Africa, in 45 languages. These networks and their related mobile, non-linear and high-definition extensions, reach over 1.6 billion cumulative households worldwide.
In Asia, FIC operates or distributes 30+ channel brands, including the FOX, STAR and National Geographic brands, with over 100 feeds across 14 markets. As the leading pay-TV network in the region, we reach more than 550 million cumulative subscribers across Asia Pacific and the Middle East with offices in Hong Kong, China, Taiwan, Japan, Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam, India, Australia and the UAE. For more information, please visit www.foxinternationalchannels.com.

About FOX One Stop Media

FOX One Stop Media (FOSM) is FOX International Channels’ (FIC) integrated advertising sales arm. The group provides ‘one-stop’ access to FIC’s premium portfolio of leading television channels and online properties across all genres and in virtually all markets. FOSM brands include FOX, National Geographic, FX, Star, Sky News and .FOX (‘dot-FOX’), an ad network specialized in online video and ‘brandformance’. FOSM’s properties reach over 1.1 billion TV households and 100m unique users internationally every month, delivering tailor-made solutions for advertisers with quality, choice, efficiency, scale & creativity.

TRACE SPORT STARS STRIKES CARRIAGE DEAL WITH GET

TRACE TV is celebrating launching TRACE Sport Stars; the TV network’s celebrity sports entertainment channel on GET, one of Norway’s most advanced digital TV and broadband providers, which serves nearly one million Norwegian viewers every month.

As part of the carriage deal, TRACE Sport Stars will be available on channel 77 on GET’s “Family” package. The channel can also be selected as an “Opt-in” channel by the subscribers of the “Start” package.

This agreement with GET continues TRACE Sport Stars’ rapid expansion since launching two years ago. The channel is already available in over 30 million homes in 105 countries.

Laurent Dumeau, CEO, TRACE Sport Stars and SVP Global Distribution at TRACE TV, said: “TRACE Sport Stars has made exceptional growth in a highly competitive pay TV market over the past year. After successful launches in Europe, Asia and Latin America, we are continuing our expansion in the Nordic region, making TRACE Sport Stars one of the fastest acquired channels in the world. We are delighted to be expanding our footprint in Norway with one of the country’s major digital TV and broadband operators.”

ABOUT TRACE SPORT STARS
TRACE Sports is the first channel exclusively dedicated to sports celebrities. Thanks to its unique behind-the-scenes access to athletes, TRACE Sports offers an intimate and in-depth understanding of the champions’ lives 24/7. You will know everything about your favourite champions, their passions, their commitments, the secrets to their motivation and success. TRACE Sports is the only channel where you will discover your champions as you have never seen them before!

FOR ALL MEDIA INQUIRIES PLEASE CONTACT:

James Rickard
The promotions | publicity factory
DDI: +44 (0) 207 291 1527
Mobile: +44 (0) 7921 540 113
jamesrickard@tpf-london.com

27 November 2013: Inmarsat (LSE:ISAT.L), the leading provider of global mobile satellite communications services, has announced the appointment of Network Innovations Inc, a specialised managed satellite services provider, as the first Value Added Reseller (VAR) for Global Xpress (GX) serving both the Enterprise Media and Enterprise Energy sectors on a worldwide basis. This follows on from two previous agreements with Inmarsat, which saw Network Innovations Inc. appointed as a GX VAR for both Inmarsat Maritime (as GMPCS) and Inmarsat Global Government.

Network Innovations will be offering the unique benefits of Global Xpress to customers in the media, oil & gas, mining and utility sectors, among others. The company has operations across the Americas, Europe and the Middle East, with a growing presence in Asia and Africa, and serves tier-one global broadcasters and leading energy-focused businesses.

Global Xpress is the first globally available Ka-band broadband satellite network to offer very high bandwidth services, delivered through a resilient, secure waveform that is optimised for mobility. Integrated seamlessly with Inmarsat’s current L-band network, Global Xpress will ensure reliable communications in support of mission critical operations in the most challenging environments.

Ronald Spithout, President, Inmarsat Enterprise, said: “This is an exciting announcement for us and marks the appointment of the first GX VAR that addresses the wider Enterprise market, including the media, energy and VSAT segments. Network Innovations is a true pioneer and, with their global reach and roster of world class customers, they are an ideal partner to help us drive the adoption of Global Xpress in the media and energy sectors.”

Tim Harkema, President of Network Innovations, said: “We are delighted to extend our partnership with Inmarsat for its game-changing Global Xpress service. We are proud to be a GX VAR across three of Inmarsat’s major business segments – maritime, government and enterprise – and look forward to working closely with Inmarsat across the world.

“For our media customers, the combination of highly portable, light-weight, small footprint terminals, together with Inmarsat’s unique high speed, globally available broadband service – all delivered with high reliability and resilience – is a major innovation. For the energy sector, these factors combined with scalability and the consistency of operations on a global basis will generate significant demand.”

Network Innovations was founded in 1988 and has built a very successful satellite voice and data communications business over the last two decades. Combining creativity with flexibility, Network Innovations has developed a wide range of custom solutions for customers across a broad range of industry sectors and in some of the most demanding and remote environments around the world.

The first of three Global Xpress satellites – Inmarsat-5 F1 – is scheduled to be launched in December with full global coverage on course to be achieved by the end of 2014.

For further information

Jonathan Sinnatt 
Head of Corporate Communications 
+44 (0) 20 7728 1935 
Jonathan.sinnatt@inmarsat.com 

Donna Garcia / Susu Ho / Joel Lah
Rice Communications for Inmarsat
+65 3157 5676
Inmarsat@ricecomms.com

About Inmarsat
Inmarsat plc is the leading provider of global mobile satellite communications services. Since 1979, Inmarsat has been providing reliable voice and high-speed data communications to governments, enterprises and other organizations, with a range of services that can be used on land, at sea or in the air. Inmarsat employs around 1,600 staff in more than 60 locations around the world, with a presence in the major ports and centres of commerce on every continent. Inmarsat is listed on the London Stock Exchange (LSE:ISAT.L). For more information, please visit www.inmarsat.com.

The Inmarsat press release newsfeed is on Twitter @Inmarsatnews and corporate updates are on @Inmarsat_plc

About Network Innovations
Network Innovations (NI) is a satellite communications integrator, focused in the provision and support of reliable, cost-effective telecom solutions that enable our customers to communicate anywhere on the planet. Incorporated in 1988, Network Innovations has grown consistently and profitably through a team of professionals located at offices around the globe. Our success has come through the development and delivery of turn-key communications solutions for the government, energy, maritime and media sectors. Our flexibility to custom-engineer solutions and integrate various communications technologies for customer and industry-specific needs, sets us apart from the competition. For more information, please visit www.networkinv.com.

Singapore, 27 November 2013 – AXN continues to be the No. 1 choice of international channels among pay-TV audiences 4+ across Southeast Asia into November 2013. The channel has retained its top spot since January 2012.

Based on the combined viewership data of the high definition (HD) and standard definition feeds in Singapore, Malaysia and the Philippines, AXN has delivered 3.5 times the ratings of the closest competing channel to lead the English general entertainment genre year to date.

In particular, AXN’s high definition viewership in Malaysia saw tremendous growth. AXN HD’s ratings in 2012 doubled that of 2011, while the 2013 figure tripled that of 2012.

In addition to rising HD viewership, AXN’s strong ratings in 2013 have been driven by its thrilling line-up of programs including original production The Apprentice Asia; suspense thriller The Blacklist, starring James Spader; AXN original drama series Hannibal; the latest seasons of the Emmy-winning singing competition series The Voice; the recently-launched adventure reality competition series, The Hero, hosted by Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson; along with popular returning dramas like CSI, NCIS: Los Angeles, and Falling Skies.

“AXN was created and launched here more than 16 years ago and continues to be the favourite international channel for audiences across Southeast Asia. Its strong ratings reflect the pay-TV market’s healthy appetite for our brand of Asia-produced original content and fresh Hollywood shows,” said Yan Jong Wong, Vice President, English Content, Networks, Asia, Sony Pictures Television.

AXN is set for a pulsating start to 2014 with a line-up that includes the highly anticipated third and latest season of British hit drama Sherlock, starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman; the sixth season of The Voice; as well as the fourth season of popular crime procedural Hawaii Five-0. Viewers will also enjoy the second season of Hannibal and the new regional co-production Cyril: Viva Magic, AXN’s third special featuring Japanese magician Cyril, who will be entertaining crowds in Brazil with his feats of wonder.

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