Raphaël de Andreis has joined the Canal+ Group as EVP in charge of the pay-TV operations, including premium and thematic channels.
Ara Aprikian was appointed deputy General manager of the free-to-air channels of the Canal+ group, iTélé, Direct 8 and Direct Star.
Canal+ is buying Direct 8 and Direct Star but is still awaiting regulatory approval for the deal.
The company said in a statement that the strengthening of the management team makes the group better prepared for its activities in the FTA market.