Advanced Television

DTH/Satellite

A+E Networks LatAm, Intelsat distribution deal

Integrated satellite and terrestrial networks operator Intelsat has been selected by A+E Networks Latin America to distribute entertainment to viewers across the region. “For years, Intelsat has been a trusted partner in delivering high-quality entertainment to audiences throughout Latin America,” said Richard Kohlweg, managing sales director, Media at Intelsat. “We are proud to continue supporting […]

April 9, 2025

Brazil: Mileto Tecnologia partners with SES for DTH

SES has announced a new content distribution agreement with Mileto Tecnologia for its DTH pay-TV platform. Under the agreement, SES will provide Mileto with capacity on the SES-6 satellite at the 40.5 degrees West TV neighborhood, providing coverage for delivery of its bouquet of HD channels to over 600,000 TV households across Brazil. The agreement […]

April 7, 2025

IntelsatOne IP signs MuxIP, Universal Church deals

Intelsat, the integrated satellite and terrestrial network, has signed two IntelsatOne IP agreements providing full time distribution of content. “Broadcasters and programmers are looking for reliable and cost-effective alternatives to contribute and distribute video feeds regionally and globally,” said Pascale Fromont, vice president and general manager of Media, Intelsat. “Since its inception in 2023, IntelsatOne IP is […]

April 7, 2025

Trials show OneWeb news production benefits

USSI Global, a provider of network, broadcast and digital media services and Sinclair Broadcast Group are collaborating to field trial the powerful benefits that Eutelsat Group’s Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite connectivity offers for the demanding live, local news production workflow. These successful ongoing trials highlight real-world examples of how local news teams at three […]

April 3, 2025

Research: Satellite TV reaches 48% of Italians

Despite the rise of digital media, television remains the dominant media source for Italians, reaching 94. per cent  of the population in 2024, according to the annual Censis report on the state of Italian media. Interestingly, satellite television viewership, both free-to-air and subscription-based, is experiencing significant growth, now reaching 47.7 per cent of users, an […]

April 2, 2025From Branislav Pekic in Rome

Ofcom consults on satellite filings

UK comms regulator Ofcom is consulting on proposed updates to its satellite filings procedures, which are the processes for obtaining internationally recognised orbits and frequency assignments for satellites. Before a satellite can use the radio spectrum and orbits it needs, it requires an associated ‘satellite filing’ to obtain international recognition of these resources through the […]

March 31, 2025By Colin Mann

Tennis Channel makes IP distribution transition with LTN

Tennis Channel is partnering with LTN to migrate its 24/7 sports network from satellite to IP-based distribution. By adopting a managed IP distribution solution, the Sinclair-owned Tennis Channel aims to expand its audience reach and unlock new revenue opportunities across traditional broadcast and digital platforms. Tennis Channel is the only place in the US to […]

March 31, 2025

Eutelsat, Vestel unveil Smart TV supporting Sat.tv Connect

AT DVB World, Eutelsat and Vestel have announced the commercial launch of their Smart TV supporting the enhanced UX features of Sat.tv Connect. Leveraging the DVB-I and HbbTV standards, the new range of Smart TVs from provides an enhanced user experience, with dynamic installation of channel lists and an advanced Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) displaying […]

March 19, 2025

Eutelsat facing French sanctions breach

French media regulator Arcom (Regulatory Authority for Audiovisual & Digital Communication) is due to make a ruling on Eutelsat amid allegations that it has breached European sanctions on Russia and that the satellite operator continues to beam channels to Russia from its satellites. “The process of investigating the cases reported to Arcom is nearing completion, […]

March 18, 2025By Chris Forrester

Portugal: Slowest pay-TV growth since 2006

Portugal closed 2024 with 4.7 million pay-TV subscribers, a net addition of only 69,000 over the past year (+1.5 per cent), the slowest growth rate since 2006. The penetration rate for the service among Portugal’s households reached 97.1 per cent, according to data from the National Communications Authority (Anacom). Residential subscribers make up 88.5 per […]

March 14, 2025From Branislav Pekic in Rome