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Fox Networks plans new German TV channel

June 28, 2016 10.55 Europe/London By Jörn Krieger

Fox Networks GroupFox Networks Group Germany wants to expand its TV channel portfolio in Germany.

An application for a broadcast licence for The Nature & Wildlife Channel has been submitted at Berlin-based media authority MABB, a spokeswoman of Fox Networks confirmed to Broadband TV News. Anti-media concentration commission KEK has also received the proposal for evaluation.

The spokeswoman declined to elaborate on details, for example regarding the content, distribution platforms and launch date.

Fox group currently operates in Germany the pay-TV channels Fox, National Geographic Channel, Nat Geo Wild, Nat Geo People and Baby TV.

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Filed Under: Distribution, Newsline, TV Tagged With: Fox Networks Group Germany, licence, The Nature & Wildlife Channel Edited: 28 June 2016 10:55

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About Jörn Krieger

Jörn reports on the latest developments in Germany, Austria and Switzerland. Since 1992, he has been working as a freelance journalist, specialised in digital media, broadcast technology, convergence and new markets. He also takes up University lectureships, writes articles in specialist publications, and produces radio reports. Jörn is also a moderator of panel discussions at industry events such as ANGA COM, Medientage München and IFA Berlin.

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