GlobeCast, a leading global satellite services company, has launched AMTV (Australian Multicultural Television Network), Australias first full-time DTH channel dedicated to the local ethnic communities. Hosted on Optus B3 platform, the channel commenced broadcasting in December.
The Channel will comprise daily segments of programming focused on each of Australias main ethnic groups, and will provide locally produced, topical content. It will also feature community level programmes and events filmed directly by AMTV in the local area. There will be live community forums discussing various issues showcasing the cultural diversity of our Country.
AMTV will be locally produced from a consortium of program providers of the former Channel 31 Community TV in Sydney. Collectively the consortium has over 50 years experience in producing community Television, Radio and Print Media for Australias Multicultural Communities. Other professional community television providers are welcome to incorporate their services on the AMTV program line-up.
GIobeCast – a subsidiary of France Telecom – is a world leading satellite services company, operating a global network of satellite distribution platforms for DTH and cable broadcast, enterprise media and advanced IP-based content delivery. The companys global presence includes 15 teleports and technical operations centers throughout America, Europe, Asia, Australia, the Middle East and Africa. GlobeCast offers the complete range of satellite broadcast solutions, including TV channel distribution, secure satellite Internet delivery, webcasting, satellite newsgathering, direct-to-home distribution, sports programming backhaul, program origination, studio production, special events mobile production and audio distribution.
GlobeCast Australia, the local GlobeCast unit in Australia, is one of the country’s leading providers of satellite and fibre transmission and production services for professional broadcast, enterprise and Internet content delivery
AMTV is an Australian based company specializing in community based programming and delivery. The AMTV board comprises a consortium of local programme producers covering Arabic, European, Asian, Baltic and English language Groups. AMTV will be broadcasting live from a new purpose built HQ and production facilities in Liverpool, South West Sydney. A primary objective of the company is to represent the communities of interest of Australias diverse community groups.