GB News has extended its distribution agreement with Arqiva in an agreement spanning satellite, terrestrial and radio.
The multiyear renewal includes digital terrestrial television (Freeview), satellite (Sky and Freesat), DAB+ radio and broadcast connectivity lines.
“We’re delighted to expand on our relationship with Arqiva, who boast an unrivalled record in service delivery.
“This is a landmark renewal for GB News, and the collaboration will ensure our audience has the best possible access to our award-winning content for many years to come,” said Marc Schipper, Chief Operating Officer, GB News.
“Mass reach television and radio can play a key role in driving forward the national debate in a complementary way to our booming digital and social media distribution, and GB News remains determined to provide this service.”
The right-leaning news and opinion channel is available to more than 90%. A similar proportion can also hear the audio version, GB News Radio, via Arqiva’s Digital One national multiplex.
Gaurav Jandwani, Executive Director, Media & Broadcast at Arqiva, said: “We are proud of our long-standing distribution partnership with GB News and are delighted to be extending our relationship.
“GB News understands the role of mass reach, free-to-air content of both TV and radio in reaching their audiences. Linear distribution forms an important part of their distribution strategy, for example alongside social media and streaming, and we are looking forward to supporting them in all aspects of their long-term hybrid future.”
Freesat first signed with Arqiva in February 2021.
