30 June 2005
GlobeCast announced on 28 June the addition of a new transponder to its capacity on the Eurobird satellite over the United Kingdom and Ireland. Joining the companys three other digital DTH platforms on Eurobird, this new capacity, available this July, will provide broadcasters with much needed access to the over 7.6 million subscribers to the Sky Digital bouquet, and will also reach a potential 3.7 million cable subscriber homes.
The addition of this transponder to GlobeCasts offer is the companys response to a spike in demand by broadcasters needing to target the British satellite television market. The capacity was purchased from leading DTH services company ASTRA, and will fill an existing need in addition to allowing the launch of new services in the region notably in the domain of HDTV.
GlobeCast offers a large range of services associated with its Eurobird platforms originating from its London Technical Operations Centre. These services include multiplexing, uplink, satellite capacity, BSkyB EPG access (Electronic Programme Guide) as well as the possibility of interactive broadcasts and GlobeCasts proprietary content management solutions.
GlobeCasts platforms on Eurobird are accessible to radio and television broadcasters on five continents via the companys proprietary ATM fibre network, which interconnects 15 teleports and Technical Operations Centres worldwide, allowing for reception across Europe and the rest of the world by both Direct-to-Home and cable subscribers.
Newcomers to GlobeCasts platform on Eurobird will join nearly thirty major television broadcasters on the platform including EuroNews, Abu Dhabi TV, Extreme Sports, Hollywood TV and Chinese broadcaster CCTV 9.
30 June 2005
Inmedia is set to host Point of Purchase Advertising International (POPAI)s latest technology conference, Making Digital Networks Happen. The not-for-profit trade organisations next technical seminar will take place at Inmedias Gerrards Cross headquarters on 12 July.
This event supports POPAIs mission to develop the digital communication industry and inform the media world of its benefits, says chairman of POPAIs digital working group David Williams. Inmedia is a leader in content distribution and its Buckinghamshire site is the ideal location to demonstrate the power of digital media networks.
POPAI is largely responsible for driving standards and establishing best-practice in the digital networks industry for retailers and suppliers so Inmedia is keen to support its efforts, says Inmedias commercial director Barrie Woolston.
Inmedia also announced that it is to become the official media supplier to the Jordan Grand Prix team and deliver SNG services during the 2005 British Grand Prix. The content management and delivery leader is to provide facilities for filming, editing and interviews with the teams drivers.
Inmedias communications expertise and its flexible and cost-effective SNG services will vastly increase our media presence during the British Grand Prix, says Jordans commercial director Christian Geistdoerfer. The teams sponsors and Jordan are keen to reach as broad an audience as possible and these media services help us achieve this.
Inmedias partnership with Jordan gives broadcasters improved access to the Jordan team, says John Dunlop, Inmedias head of marketing services. SNG is the ideal solution for special sporting fixtures and I look forward to extending the Jordan teams global reach at future events.
29 June 2005
PRESS RELEASE
Al Jazeera International and Indian public broadcasting unveil global plans at AIB London forum
London, 29 June 2005
Taking place on Friday 15 July, the AIB Regional Media Leaders Forum Crossing borders, influencing minds in the 21st century will be the platform where Al Jazeera International slated for launch in early 2006 and Indias public TV network, Doordarshan, explain their global ambitions. Entering the highly competitive international TV marketplace, both channels want to win audiences across the world, beating strong competition from established players in the sector.
Nigel Parsons, Managing Director of Doha-based Al Jazeera International, and Mr K S Sarma, Chief Executive of Prasar Bharati the organisation that controls Doordarshan TV and All India Radio will talk about their strategies and explain how they plan to overcome the challenges facing channels launching in new markets while fighting for viewers.
Moderated by ITV News Channels Andrew Harvey and with ITN as the broadcast partner, the event is the first regional conference to be organised by the AIB.
“Were seeing immense growth in the number of international channels,” comments Simon Spanswick, AIB chief executive. “This Forum in London will provide an insight into how two major broadcasters each with its own particular mission are planning to address the challenges of going global, attracting viewers and building business.”
The half-day conference, at the Geological Society, Piccadilly in central London, has delegates registered from broadcasters, production companies, satellite operators and related industries across the UK and Europe.
The event will include the presentation of the inaugural AIB International Broadcasting Awards which attracted more than 60 entries from over 20 countries in three distinct categories: best radio documentary or current affairs programme for an international audience; best childrens or youth TV programme for an international audience; most innovative use of technology in international broadcasting.
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Notes for Editors
About the AIB
The Association for International Broadcasting is the industry association that supports and represents the interests of international television and radio broadcasters. Its members encompass public and commercial radio and television broadcasters, providers of technology and equipment to broadcasters, satellite and transmission companies, and consulting firms.
The AIB provides members with representation and lobbying services, market intelligence briefings and networking opportunities. The AIB publishes a quarterly magazine, The Channel, which reports on the international broadcasting industry to more than 8,000 readers in 120 countries worldwide. It also produces the Directory of Global Broadcasting which is a definitive guide to the worlds radio and television industry.
Press accreditation is available for this event. E-mail requests for accreditation to register@aib.org.uk.
28 June 2005
The Association for International Broadcasting is staging the first in a series of Regional Media Leaders’ Forums in London on Friday 15 July.
The half-day conference, called Crossing borders, influencing minds in the 21st century, takes place at the Geological Society in Piccadilly, central London. Keynote speakers are Mr K S Sarma, chief executive of India’s Prasar Bharati – the organisation that controls Doordarshan TV and All India Radio – and Nigel Parsons, Managing Director of Al Jazeera International, whose English-language news channel launches in early 2006.
Delegates are travelling from across Europe to attend this event, priced at a modest GBP75 plus UK VAT (AIB members benefit from a significantly reduced rate of GBP25 plus VAT).
Follow the link below to see the agenda and access the online delegate registration system.
27 June 2005
GlobeCast announced on 21 June that it is delivering MTV Networks European channels on the HOT BIRD satellite platform to cable and satellite television providers across Europe, with an MTV-dedicated transponder aboard the HOT BIRD 6 satellite. The channels include music and entertainment brands such as MTV European, MTV France, MTV Netherlands, MTV Portugal, Nickelodeon Europe, Game One and VH1 Europe.
GlobeCasts solution for MTV Networks includes connectivity from the broadcasters UK facility in Camden to GlobeCasts London gateway at Brookmans Park, as well as uplink and space capacity on HOT BIRD 6 for downlink at control rooms throughout Europe. HOT BIRD 6, located at 13ºE, provides ideal European coverage and reaches millions of homes via cable operators and DTH operators such as TPS (France).
GlobeCast CEO Christian Pinon said, GlobeCast is pleased to be providing MTV Networks Europe with a transponder on HOT BIRD 6. GlobeCast has a longstanding relationship with MTV and is proud to be delivering this leading broadcasters programming to millions of households across Europe.
