Headlined by KANJANI EIGHT member Ryo Nishikido and Mayu Matsuoka

Singapore, 5 July 2017 — The highly anticipated Japanese drama series My Loser Husband is set to premiere on Sony Pictures Television Networks’ Asian entertainment channel GEM on Saturday, 8 July at 9pm|8pm(JKT/BKK)! Starring Ryo Nishikido from wildly popular Johnny’s idol group KANJANI EIGHT and up-and-coming actress Mayu Matsuoka, the series will be airing same time as Japan.

“The great response from previous same-time-as-Japan offerings has been extremely encouraging,” said Virginia Lim, Senior Vice President and Head of Content, Production and Marketing, Sony Pictures Television Networks, Asia. “There is strong demand for express content and we believe viewers will enjoy My Loser Husband with its stellar cast and appealing storyline without any delay from its telecast in Japan.”

In My Loser Husband, Ryo Nishikido plays office worker Tsukasa Kobayashi, who is every bit the ideal husband to his wife Sayaka, played by Mayu Matsuoka. Though he is good-looking, has an impressive curriculum vitae and draws a large salary, he is hiding a secret – he is incompetent at his job. After suffering setback after setback at work, Tsukasa finally musters up the courage to resign, but this too is thwarted by his wife’s pregnancy announcement. With Sayaka by his side, can she help him navigate the perils of the corporate jungle?

My Loser Husband premieres on 8 July 2017 at the same time as Japan, every Saturday at 9pm|8pm(JKT/BKK), first and exclusively on GEM.

GEM is available through the following:

Cambodia	PPCTV	Ch 42
Hong Kong	NOW TV	Ch 151
Indonesia	Indovision	Ch 155
	MyRepublic	Ch 65
	Nexmedia	Ch 307
	Orange TV	Ch 1165
	Skynindo	Ch 32
	Transvision	Ch 322
Philippines	Skycable	Ch 116 (Metro Manila) Ch 222 (Cebu, Davao, Bacolod, Iloilo and Baguio)
Singapore	Singtel TV	Ch 519
Thailand	TrueVisions	Ch 244

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About GEM

GEM is the glittering jewel of Asian general entertainment. A joint venture between Sony Pictures Television (SPT) Networks and Nippon Television Network Corporation, GEM enjoys access to more than 500 hours of Japanese content per year exclusively from Nippon TV.

The channel features first-run and exclusive dramas, comedies and variety entertainment shows from Japan as well as other Asian territories including China, Hong Kong and Taiwan. This includes selected prime time dramas on the same day and within the same week of their broadcast in Japan. GEM also made history for being the first channel to broadcast Nippon TV’s music festival ‘THE MUSIC DAY’ LIVE, and for simulcasting the Japanese drama series ‘Guard Center 24’ at the same time as Japan. In addition, GEM takes its shows beyond the screen and into the lives of viewers, and most recently brought Japanese star Hayami Mocomichi on promotional tours to meet with his fans in Hong Kong and Singapore.

GEM Vietnam, which is also part of the Asian channels portfolio, is wholly-owned and operated by SPT Networks.

See www.GEMtvasia.com for more.

For further information:
Sony Pictures Television Networks, Asia
Jarieul Wong
Tel: +65 6622 4203 / +65 9188 3227
Jarieul_Wong@spe.sony.com

Minsi Zhang
Tel: +65 6622 4323 / + 65 9772 7219
Minsi_Zhang@spe.sony.com

About Sony Pictures Television Networks, Asia

Sony Pictures Television Networks, Asia was established in 1997 with Singapore as the Asian headquarters of Sony Pictures Television’s networks business. It operates five ad-supported 24/7 channels which are wholly-owned by Sony Pictures Entertainment.

AXN is Asia’s home of thrilling entertainment; Sony Channel is the premier destination for femaleskewing Hollywood entertainment; Animax offers anime for all; ONE is powered by prime and current South Korean entertainment content; and GEM serves up star-studded and popular general entertainment programming from Japan, China, Hong Kong, Taiwan and South Korea. The company also operates joint-venture Indonesian telenovela channel FMN and children’s content channel BabyTV.

About Nippon Television Network Corporation (Nippon TV)

Since becoming Japan’s first commercial broadcaster in 1953, Nippon TV has become the country’s undisputed ratings champion and finest producer of all genres of programs. One of the biggest successes for Nippon TV is “Dragons’ Den,” a globally successful business show. The format has sold into more than 30 territories including the UK, Canada, Australia, Russia, Germany, India, Italy and Nigeria. The Emmy award winning version, “Shark Tank,” airs in the US. With well-established companies that deal in a broad range of businesses from movies, animation, events, to fitness clubs, Nippon TV is leveraging its ideal platform to expand into new realms. Recently launching a channel in Southeast Asia named GEM through a joint venture with Sony Pictures Television Networks, and taking a stake in the SVOD market through wholly-owned subsidiary Hulu Japan, Nippon TV is steadily solidifying its presence and brand as a global media powerhouse.

International celebrities from HISTORY®, LIFETIME® and FYI® hit series to ignite the star-studded entertainment convention in respective cities.

SINGAPORE, 4th July 2017: A+E Networks Asia today announced the launch of HISTORY Con 2017 in Manila (The Philippines) and its plan to bring the branded experience to Malaysia this year. The mega entertainment convention will be held at the World Trade Centre in Manila from 10th to 13th August, promoted by Viva Entertainment in Manila and GR8 Dreams in Malaysia.

Popular celebrities “Horny” Mike Henry (Counting Cars), Ryu Lim (Forged In Fire), Jaime Dempsey (Ride N’ Seek), and Justin Mott (Photo Face-off), will ignite the star-studded extravaganza in both cities. Back by popular demand and exclusively in the Philippines, Rick Harrison (Pawnstars) will join the stellar line up to reunite with fans in Manila, as well as all-time favourite Danielle Colby (The Pickers) who will make her debut appearance.

The convention will also feature local talent such as iconic Malaysian comedian, Harith Iskander (Celebrity Car Wars); Filipino personalities, Phoemela Baranda and Gaby Dela Merced (Celebrity Car Wars), to make special appearances in their respective cities.

HISTORY Con, Manila’s biggest entertainment convention, saw an overwhelming 50,000 attendees at the four-day action-packed event in 2016. This year, the highly anticipated entertainment convention will expand to host over 300 exhibitors and experiences, including for the first time, ‘FYI Home & Living’ fair, curated by the networks’ contemporary lifestyle brand – FYI. International stars from FYI’s hit shows John Weisbarth and Zack Giffin (Tiny House Nation), and Adam Liaw (Destination Flavour) will join the stellar line up.

The convention in Malaysia will include a LIFETIME experience zone with headlining celebrity Matt Preston (Masterchef Australia judge) as well as local favourite, Jasbir Kaur (MasterChef Asia finalist), and iconic Malaysian comedian, Harith Iskander (Celebrity Car Wars). Further details of the convention in Malaysia will follow shortly.

To celebrate HISTORY’s 10th year anniversary in Asia, HISTORY Maker Awards will be given to 10 notable individuals from respective countries who have had a significant impact on their nation’s life and culture. The awardees will be announced closer to date.

Event attendees will also be invited to make history by participating in various world-record breaking attempts.

Visit historyasia.com/historycon for ticketing details and more information.

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About A+E Networks Asia

A+E Networks™ Asia is owned by the award-winning, global media content company, A+E Networks™, which is dedicated to offering consumers a diverse communications environment ranging from television networks to websites, to home videos/DVDs to gaming and educational software. A+E Networks Asia is comprised of Lifetime®, HISTORY®, FYI™ (formerly bio.®), H2™ and Crime & Investigation™. A+E Networks Asia operates and distributes its portfolio in Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Hong Kong, Fiji, Macau, Taiwan, Korea, Cambodia, Indonesia, the Philippines, Papua New Guinea, Palau, Maldives, Myanmar, Laos and Thailand. Globally, A+E Networks’ channels and branded programming reach more than 330 million households in over 160 countries.

About HISTORY®
HISTORY® & HISTORY HD® are the leading destinations for award-winning series and specials that connect viewers with history in an informative, immersive and entertaining manner across multimedia platforms. HISTORY® original hit series include Alone, Forged In Fire, Pawn Stars, The Pickers, Ancient Aliens, Counting Cars, The Curse of Oak Island, Vikings, SIX, as well as Asia Original Productions Photo Face-Off, Ride N’ Seek and Celebrity Car Wars.
HISTORY® is available in more than 330 million households in over 185 territories globally and 41 languages.
www.historyasia.com | Facebook: @HistoryAsia | YouTube: @HistoryAsiaTV

About FYI
FYI® is the first network of its kind for the modern world – an upscale inspiration engine that fuels what we call improvised living. A contemporary lifestyle network for your inspiration, for your imagination or for your innovation that embraces an adventurous, personalised and non-prescriptive approach to lifestyle content, featuring over 300 hours of original programming every year. From our viewer’s taste, space, look, journey and more – FYI covers a range of experiences that reflect how people actually live their lives today, not constrained by one passion or interest. Programming hits include Tiny House Nation, Fit to Fat to Fit, Destination Flavour, Travels with bondi Vet, and Seven Year Switch.
www.fyiasia.tv | Facebook: @FYIAsia | YouTube: @FYIAsia.TV | Instagram: @FYIAsia

About Lifetime
Lifetime® is an entertainment destination offering the highest quality dramas, movies and reality with celebrated and award winning programmes like UnREAL, Zoo, MasterChef Australia, MasterChef Asia, Dance Moms and critically-acclaimed Lifetime original movies, Flowers in the Attic and Petals on The Wind. A television network infused with passion and empowerment, Lifetime™ reflects the full spectrum of the modern female experience, delivering top tier entertainment.
Lifetime® is available in more than 150 million households in over 100 territories and 7 languages.
www.LifetimeAsia.com | Facebook: Facebook.com/LifetimeAsia

For media inquiries and media accreditation, please contact:
A+E Networks Asia

Shane Lee
Director, Marketing and Communications
T: +65 6800 5081 | M: +65 93871376
E: shane.lee@aenetworks.com

Calvin Wong
Manager, Communications
M: +65 9762 6456
E: wong.wlcalvin@gmail.com

3 July, 2017 – The BBC has named Dan Inamoto as the new Managing Director of BBC World Japan – part of BBC Global News Ltd, starting on 3 July, 2017. With strong business leadership skills, Dan’s strengths in digital activation will help the BBC grow its digital activities in Japan whilst maximizing traditional TV revenue streams.

Dan previously worked as Business Director at AKQA Japan, the well-known global digital marketing communications agency, where he played a critical role in growing the business from the ground up. Dan has previous experience in marketing and other commercial and business-focused roles including at digital marketing agency Digitas (now Digitas LBi) in New York.

The BBC has been expanding its digital presence globally and launched a Japanese-language news website – BBC.jp – in 2015. BBC Global News Ltd continues to grow its audiences around the world, with BBC World News television and BBC.com now reaching a weekly audience of 121m, including record figures of 99m for the international news channel.

The BBC has been expanding its digital presence globally and launched a Japanese-language news website – BBC.jp – in 2015. BBC Global News Ltd continues to grow its audiences around the world, with BBC World News television and BBC.com now reaching a weekly audience of 121m, including record figures of 99m for the international news channel.

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For further information, please contact:
Yuki Arakawa, Marketing Communications, BBC World Japan
Yuki.arakawa@bbc.com / (8180) 7825 6616

BBC World News and BBC.com, the BBC’s commercially funded international 24-hour English news platforms, are owned and operated by BBC Global News Ltd. BBC World News television is available in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide, and over 433 million households and 3 million hotel rooms. The channel’s content is also available on 178 cruise ships, 53 airlines, including 13 distributing the channel live inflight, and 23 mobile phone networks. BBC.com offers up-to-the-minute international news, in-depth analysis and features, including BBC Capital, BBC Culture, BBC Future and BBC Travel, for PCs, tablets and mobile devices to more than 95 million unique browsers each month.

Launched on October 2015, BBC.jp offers a mixture of business, entertainment, technology, and sport stories in Japanese, alongside news, analysis and features from the BBC’s network of journalists around the globe, specially curated for discerning Japanese audiences.

HKT (SEHK: 6823) – HONG KONG, July 3, 2017 – PCCW Global, the international operating division of HKT, has signed a Memorandum of Intention with Nilesat, a leading satellite operator in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, to deliver TV channels into and out of Egypt.

As part of its collaboration with Nilesat, PCCW Global will be installing its unique Global TV Network (GTVN) solution in Nilesat facilities to ensure dynamic TV and media content are delivered cost-effectively and reliably, providing better end-user viewing experience.

This new alliance will leverage the satellite and teleport services of Nilesat along with PCCW Global’s renowned telecommunications and media expertise to ensure optimal GTVN delivery between Egypt and the rest of the world. This GTVN solution will also enhance Nilesat’s connectivity with broadcasters across the globe, covering more than 90 countries via PCCW Global’s extensive satellite network.

PCCW Global is a leader in providing innovative and customized solutions to operators in the field of telecommunications and media. It has developed an extensive multi-faceted high performance global network to enhance the services of its diverse customer base.

Mr. Sameh Sobhy, Vice President of MENA, PCCW Global, said, “We are excited by this initiative which will allow us to explore mutually beneficial business opportunities between ourselves and Nilesat. Nilesat has strong presence in video distribution leveraging many TV channels across the MENA region. And now, Nilesat will be able to expand its coverage into other parts of Africa and Middle East via PCCW Global’s specialized TV network reach. PCCW Global will also be able to utilize the Nilesat satellite fleet to deliver Asian TV channels into the Middle East region.”

Mr. Hamdy Monir, Chief Technical Officer of Nilesat, said, “As we increase our collaboration with PCCW Global, we are excited by the opportunities created to deliver new international TV channels to the MENA region, as well as extending our own reach beyond region. Regional users will also benefit from the availability of a variety of accelerated and diversified media formats.”

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About PCCW Global

PCCW Global is the international operating division of HKT, Hong Kong’s premier telecommunications service provider, which is majority-owned by PCCW Limited. Covering more than 3,000 cities and 150 countries, the PCCW Global network supports a portfolio of integrated global communications solutions which include Ethernet, IP, fiber and satellite transmission solutions, international voice and VoIPX services, managed network & security services and our expanding “as-a-service” solutions including OTT video and Unified Communications.

PCCW Global is headquartered in Hong Kong, and maintains regional centers in Belgium, China, France, Greece, Japan, Korea, Singapore, South Africa, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom and the United States of America. To learn more about PCCW Global, please visit www.pccwglobal.com.

About HKT

HKT (SEHK: 6823) is Hong Kong’s premier telecommunications service provider and leading operator in fixed-line, broadband and mobile communication services. It meets the needs of the Hong Kong public and local and international businesses with a wide range of services including local telephony, local data and broadband, international telecommunications, mobile, and other telecommunications businesses such as customer premises equipment sales, outsourcing, consulting, and contact centers.

HKT offers a unique quadruple-play experience in Hong Kong delivering media content on its fixed-line, broadband Internet access and mobile platforms jointly with its parent company, PCCW Limited.

HKT also provides a range of innovative and smart living services beyond connectivity to make the daily lives of customers more convenient, whether they are at home, in the workplace, or on the go. For more information, please visit www.hkt.com.

About Nilesat

Since the establishment of the Nilesat in 1996, the company has been keen on delivering high quality services and media content that reflects its deep belief in upgrading the accuracy and the transparency of the overall media message that respects the mind and conscience of the human beings at anytime and place. Nilesat’s media message respects all religions and renounces hatred and any calls for violence and extremism. It is a message of love and peace to all humanity.

Emanating from where we stand, Nilesat’s management aims to mobilize its efforts and dedicate its human resources to continuously modernize the infrastructure, technologies and the basic services to keep pace with the latest science findings in this field. Nilesat confirms to its valued customers that it is continuously seeking to provide all the necessary capabilities to update the available services and technologies to provide a work organization and performance that meet the ambitions and demands of the Arab and African citizens at anytime and place.

For more information, visit http://www.Nilesat.com.eg

For more information, please contact:

Ivan Ho
PCCW Group
Tel: +852 2883 8747
Email: ivan.wy.ho@pccw.com

Mohamed El-Hawiet
Nilesat
Tel : +20 100 999 2770
Email : m.elhawiet@nilesat.com.eg

HONG KONG (July 3, 2017) – Turner Asia Pacific is partnering with Qualson, the leading Korean mobile product developer, to launch a new app that enables users of different ages to make learning English fun through Cartoon Network’s shows and characters.

Targeted for launch in October in South Korea with subsequent rollout plans for other Asian markets including Japan, Taiwan and Southeast Asia, the subscription model app will target both kids and adults who want to improve their fluency in both listening and speaking English.

Popular original shows from Turner’s Cartoon Network featured in the app include We Bare Bears, The Powerpuff Girls, Adventure Time, The Amazing World of Gumball, Uncle Grandpa and Regular Show.

“We are delighted to be partnering with Qualson to enable more Koreans and Cartoon Network fans to watch their favourite shows and improve their English at the same time. We believe that learning is always more effective when it’s also fun,” commented Ron Lee, Turner Korea’s General Manager. “Qualson is the perfect partner for Turner to engage more Koreans given their proven track record.”

Qualson is well known for its “Super Fan” app, the No. 1 learning app in Korea.

“We are very proud to be partnering with Turner to develop a new learning app. Cartoon Network has some of the most iconic animation shows in the world including in Korea and across the Asia region. The new app aims to capitalise on the popularity of these shows to make learning English fun and engaging like never before,” added Sooyoung Park, CEO for Qualson Inc.

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For media enquiries, please contact:
TURNER ASIA PACIFIC
James Moore (James.Moore@turner.com) / +852 3128-3720

TURNER KOREA
Yoo Seon Jae (seonjae.yoo@cartoonnetwork.com) / +82-2-3708-8120

QUALSON INC.
Kiwoong Choi (choi@qualson.com) / +82-70-4896-3601

About Cartoon Network Asia Pacific
Cartoon Network is the number one kids’ channel in Asia Pacific, offering the best in original animated content including the multi-award-winning global hits Ben 10, The Powerpuff Girls, Regular Show, The Amazing World of Gumball, Adventure Time and We Bare Bears. Available in 29 countries throughout Asia Pacific, Cartoon Network is currently seen in more than 135 million pay-TV homes. Internationally, it is seen in 192 countries and over 400 million homes, and is an industry leader with a global offering of the best in award-winning animated entertainment for kids and families. The brand is known for putting its fans at the centre of everything by applying creative thinking and innovation across multiple platforms. Cartoon Network also reaches millions more through its websites, games and apps, including Cartoon Network Watch and Play and Cartoon Network Anything. Cartoon Network, sister company to Boomerang, POGO and Toonami, is a brand created and distributed by Turner, a Time Warner Company.

About Cartoon Network Asia Pacific
Cartoon Network is the number one kids’ channel in Asia Pacific, offering the best in original animated content including the multi-award-winning global hits Ben 10, The Powerpuff Girls, Regular Show, The Amazing World of Gumball, Adventure Time and We Bare Bears. Available in 29 countries throughout Asia Pacific, Cartoon Network is currently seen in more than 135 million pay-TV homes. Internationally, it is seen in 192 countries and over 400 million homes, and is an industry leader with a global offering of the best in award-winning animated entertainment for kids and families. The brand is known for putting its fans at the centre of everything by applying creative thinking and innovation across multiple platforms. Cartoon Network also reaches millions more through its websites, games and apps, including Cartoon Network Watch and Play and Cartoon Network Anything. Cartoon Network, sister company to Boomerang, POGO and Toonami, is a brand created and distributed by Turner, a Time Warner Company.

About Qualson Inc.
Qualson is an English education-based company that focuses on providing an English learning experience through mobile applications. Qualson has been affiliated with multinational corporations such as Samsung and POSCO by providing B2B services for their English education-based programs. Qualson has been leading the field of content-based English education in Korea from 2016 by launching their B2C application called ‘SuperFan’, and by 2018 they are planning on expanding their services to countries beyond Asia.

If the thought of green, gooey, and messy Slime makes you giggle with glee, then you don’t want to miss the Nickelodeon Slime Cup SG 2017!

Back in Singapore for the fifth time and bigger than ever, Nickelodeon is recruiting Super Slime Fans at the Slimiest integrated sports festival. March in line to a weekend of entertaining stage activities, photo-taking sessions with beloved Nickelodeon characters, and game stations to train up Slime Fans, topped with a healthy dose of Nickelodeon’s trademark green Slime. Presented by Singtel TV, the two-day free-entry event will be held at City Square Mall, the event’s venue sponsor, on Saturday, 15 July and Sunday, 16 July 2017.

With nine silly games and obstacle courses to try out this year, Slime Fans can look forward to being soaked in a giant Slime washing machine, show off stealthy ninja skills in an obstacle course, or train their senses in a secret Slime shack, among many others.

Mark your calendar for the Nickelodeon Slime Cup SG 2017

• Saturday, 15 July, 11am – 7pm – Exclusively for Singtel subscribers
• Sunday, 16 July, 11am – 7pm – Open to the public

Please view the press release HERE.

Press Contacts:

Viacom International Media Networks
Yvette Yeo
t: +65 6420 7154 m: +65 9007 9570
e: yvette.yeo@vimn.com

Edelman for Viacom International Media Networks
Abraham Christopher
t: +65 6494 1403 m: +65 91273751
e: abraham.christopher@edelman.com

Service launched with Sharmila Tagore’s ad film and Ameen Sayani’s rare interviews of cinema legends

Mumbai, June 28, 2017: Time to immerse yourself in the nostalgia of cinema’s golden era with Tata Sky’s new ‘Classic Cinema’ service. Tata Sky— India’s leading content distribution platform launched ‘Classic Cinema’, with an ad featuring veteran actress and queen of hearts – Sharmila Tagore. In partnership with Shemaroo Entertainment Ltd., the service aims to turn the clock back and relive the best of Hindi cinema from a handpicked collection of timeless classics of the 1950s, 60s and 70s.

Did You Know?
1) Amar Akbar Anthony: This is the only film where all three male singers Rafi, Kishore & Mukesh sang together with Lata Mangeshkar
2) Taxi Driver: Did you know that Dev Anand married his co actress of Taxi Driver during the films shoot & kept it a secret?

With a rich pool of interactive and delightful content, the service promises such insights and much more. To celebrate Hindi cinema’s iconic era, the service showcases RJ Anmol’s exclusive interviews with cinema legends such as Zeenat Aman, Dharmendra and many more. Through ‘Tata Sky Classic Cinema’, subscribers will also enjoy rare & vintage interviews by legendary radio announcer Ameen Sayani with cinema stalwarts, interspersed with exclusive behind-the-scenes images and videos.

Pallavi Puri, Chief Commercial Officer, Tata Sky said, “The thought behind Tata Sky Classic Cinema was to bring alive those iconic movies and relive those epic scenes which are etched in some of our memories in an ad-free and break-free format. This service is targeted to not only lovers of classic films but also gives the audience of today an opportunity to connect with the glorious era of Indian cinema.”

Apart from the classic movies, a bouquet of unique features awaits cinema enthusiasts on Tata Sky Classic Cinema with specially created content such as ‘Artist of the Month’ –watch interviews and movies of a legendary artist through the month, ‘Biographies of Legends’ –a program that tracks the lives and careers of Bollywood legends, ‘Filmy Quiz’ a fun quiz where subscribers can test their knowledge on history of Indian cinema.

Hiren Gada, Director, Shemaroo Entertainment Ltd said, “Tata Sky Classic Cinema brings to audience some of the finest work of the greatest film makers of Bollywood. With a very contemporary look and feel, the service is designed specially to reconnect golden era of Bollywood with today’s audience. The programming of the service includes tastefully done shows created by our young & enthusiastic team and movies that have gone missing from television. Shemaroo has one of the biggest libraries of film content and with our experience and expertise in the genre, we have been reintroducing retro in a new avatar with each of our products.”

To celebrate its launch, ‘Tata Sky Classic Cinema’ priced at Rs. 59/- month, will be given free for the first ten days for subscribers to sample. The service will be available to all Tata Sky subscribers on #318.

About Tata Sky

Tata Sky Limited (‘Tata Sky’) is a joint venture between the Tata Sons and 21st Century Fox. Incorporated in 2001 and launched services in 2006, Tata Sky is India’s leading content distribution platform providing Pay TV and OTT services. With the objective of connecting to the best content in the world on any budget, any screen, anytime and anywhere, Tata Sky was the first to launch multiple products and services that redefined the subscribers viewing experience in the country.

Tata Sky has been a pioneer in the HD Set top box segment having significant market share in the category. It has been continuously adding new channels and platform services across various genres and languages to beef up its content offering to cater to all segments of the audience. Tata Sky currently has its footprints spread across 1.5 lakh towns with over 17 million connections in India.For more information on Tata Sky, visit www.tatasky.com

For Further information contact:

Tata Sky:
Nida Paloba – 09821017561
Nida.paloba@tatasky.com
Aditya Ravi – 09821299550
Aditya.ravi@tatasky.com

Ad Factors:
Arun Thankappan – 09930860706
arun.thankappan@adfactorspr.com
Gaurav Bhat – 09833057592
gaurav.bhat@adfactorspr.com

Bermuda and Hong Kong, 28th June 2017 – ABS and Telcom Satellites TV (TSTV) signed a multi-transponder agreement to deliver a Direct-to-Home (DTH) broadcast service into Nigeria on ABS-3A.

The new platform is scheduled to be launched on 25th July 2017 and will be distributed on ABS-3A satellite, Africa beam which is located at the prime video neighborhood of 3°W. The service will air over 100 TV channels, and the number is expected to grow to 150 soon after. Audiences will be able to enjoy unbeatable innovations, local and foreign content and the best of entertainment programmes.

“TSTV is providing a ground breaking option from a dominated marketplace.” said Bright Echefu, the Managing Director/CEO of TSTV. “We are excited to partner with ABS in delivering an array of high quality programming. Our vision is to provide premium video experience to Nigerians at affordable prices. Our services will enable the viewers to experience HD and SD video and internet surfing at the same time. We are the first indigenous local operator in the region to launch such a premium platform with a variety of services to Nigerians, who have been so far paying exorbitant prices to foreign operators.”

“The addition of the Nigeria DTH platform from TSTV has undoubtedly strengthened ABS’ presence in Africa,” said Tom Choi, CEO of ABS. “TSTV has the right content and premium product to satisfy the growing demand of Nigeria. We hope ABS-3A can assist them to take Nollywood to great heights. ABS has strategically located its newly launched satellites at prime video neighborhoods at 3°W, 75°E and 159°E. We have successfully developed DTH platforms across Africa, Bangladesh, Nepal, Indonesia, South Asia and Russia/CIS. Our goal is to bring quality and affordable entertainment to a wider population.”

The ABS-3A satellite is a new pillar for high profile broadcast contribution in Africa, MENA, Europe, and the Americas. Its wide Ku-band Africa beam has extended new possibilities for video distribution across the region. The orbital slot of our beam at 3°W gives an advantage to Nigeria due to its high elevation angle and clear line of sight across the country.

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About Telcom Satellites TV (TSTV)

TSTV is wholly owned by TELCOM SATELLITES LIMITED. TELCOM SATELLITES is registered under the Companies and Allied Matters Act, Laws of Nigeria. The company‘s current and planned activities extend throughout Nigeria and would be expanding to other African countries.

TSTV currently owns a DTH License in Nigeria and in the medium term intends to expand its innovative DTH services into new territories across Africa.

For more information, visit: www.tstvafrica.com (currently under construction –will be available shortly)

About ABS

ABS is one of the fastest growing global satellite operators in the world. ABS offers a complete range of tailored solutions including broadcasting, data and telecommunication services to broadcasters, service providers, enterprises and government organizations.

ABS operates a fleet of satellites: ABS-2, ABS-2A, ABS-3, ABS-3A, ABS-4/Mobisat-1, ABS-6, and ABS-7. The satellite fleet covers over 93% of the world’s population across the Americas, Africa, Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, CIS and Russia.

Headquartered in Bermuda, ABS has offices in the United States, UAE, South Africa and Asia. ABS is majority owned by funds managed by the European Private Equity firm Permira.

For more information, visit: www.absatellite.com

28 June 2017, Singapore – A+E Networks® Asia announced today that production has commenced for the second season of automotive reality entertainment series, Celebrity Car Wars for HISTORY Asia. Produced by Emmy-winning activeTV and sponsored by Caltex, Celebrity Car Wars won the Gold award for “Best Idea – Content Marketing” at the MARKies Awards earlier this year.

Celebrity Car Wars Season 2 assembles six new popular, socially-connected, outspoken, pampered and coiffured celebrities to embark on an eight-week road of automotive discovery. Viewers are set to find out if their favourite personalities – now without their usual drivers and minders – can actually drive!

The regional celebrities getting behind the wheel include Malaysian actor and comedian Harith Iskander; Filipino model, actress and TV anchor Phoemela Baranda; Hong Kong-based model and TV personality Dominic Lau; Thai actor, model and singer Ratchanont Guy Suprakob; along with Thai actress Aerin Yuktadatta. Jarrod Schulz, from the popular HISTORY hit series Storage Wars, airing on HISTORY Asia, also joins as the first celebrity from the U.S. to feature in Celebrity Car Wars.

“Last season’s success proved that the show’s high octane energy and antics matches really well with what our Caltex brand stands for. Expect even more thrilling challenges and sharper twists, which incidentally also demonstrate what our improved Caltex with Techron fuels can do on any journey,” says Carlos Rey C. Castaños, General Manager of Asia Pacific Sales & Marketing Support at Caltex.

Professional motor racing experts, Malaysia’s Alex Yoong, as well as Gaby Dela Merced and Michele Bumgarner from the Philippines return as Mentors to impart tricks of their trade to the new stars. Last season it was the role of the Mentors to prepare the celebrities for a grand finale race, but a simmering rivalry between the professionals looks set to be settled on the track in the new season.

Celebrity Car Wars host Bobby Tonelli is back to put celebrity egos to the test in a newly introduced quiz segment, which complements the high octane, nail-biting driving challenges. Last season was already a rollercoaster ride of stunts and challenges, but the series is cranking it up to another level this year to bring sheer motoring mayhem, at even more unexpected locations. A motor racing designer is also giving the rides a sensational new look to rival the spectacle of the star-studded cast of the new season.

In each episode, the celebrities compete for points towards the ultimate prize: joining inaugural champion, KC Montero, in the Hall of Fame by winning Celebrity Car Wars Series 2. The Filipino media personality, host and actor won the first season which premiered in August 2016.

Celebrity Car Wars Season 2 is shooting on-location in various parts of the Philippines. The production is a major undertaking involving 48 cameras including two drones.

The eight-part 1-hour series is the latest among HISTORY Asia original productions, which include Photo Face-Off in its fourth season, and Ride N’ Seek in season 5. Celebrity Car Wars will air in the last quarter of 2017 on HISTORY Asia.

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About HISTORY®

HISTORY® & HISTORY HD® are the leading destinations for award-winning series and specials that connect viewers with history in an informative, immersive and entertaining manner across multimedia platforms. HISTORY® original hit series include Alone, Forged In Fire, Pawn Stars, The Pickers, Ancient Aliens, Counting Cars, The Curse of Oak Island, Vikings, SIX, as well as Asia Original Productions Photo Face-Off, Celebrity Car Wars and Ride N’ Seek.

HISTORY® is available in more than 330 million households in over 185 territories globally and 41 languages.

Homepage: www.historyasia.com | Facebook: @HistoryAsia | YouTube: @HistoryAsiaTV

About Chevron

Chevron Corporation is one of the world’s leading integrated energy companies. Through its subsidiaries that conduct business worldwide, the company is involved in virtually every facet of the energy industry. Chevron explores for, produces and transports crude oil and natural gas; refines, markets and distributes transportation fuels and lubricants; manufactures and sells petrochemicals and additives; generates power and produces geothermal energy; and develops and deploys technologies that enhance business value in every aspect of the company’s operations. The 81-years young Caltex™ brand is Chevron’s customer-facing brand in Asia Pacific and parts of the Middle East and Africa. For more information, visit www.caltex.com

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