iKO Media Group is expanding its footprint across Central and Eastern Europe, combining new satellite capacity on Eutelsat 16A with a strengthened commercial presence led by newly appointed VP Commercial OTT Platforms, Tome Miladinoski.
The move will give broadcasters in the region access to integrated satellite, cloud, AI, and monetisation services designed to support growth in a shifting broadcast landscape, the company confirmed to Broadband TV News.
The expansion is anchored by a capacity agreement on Eutelsat’s 16A satellite. The orbital position at 16° East provides immediate reach into established DTH platforms and regional broadcasters in the CEE region, positioning iKOMG to serve a large viewer base from day one.
Alongside satellite distribution, the company is promoting a full-service broadcast model that includes teleport operations, capacity management, content aggregation, encoding, and monitoring. iKOMG’s monetisation tools help broadcasters “optimise revenue from their channels, manage audiences more effectively, and reduce cost per channel without compromising broadcast quality”, according to the company. AI-driven analytics and optimisation features are positioned as additional levers for improving channel performance and operational efficiency.
Miladinoski (pictured), who brings international experience in broadcasting and OTT platforms, will lead the company’s commercial activities in the region. iKOMG’s service model “gives broadcasters in CEE the confidence to expand and optimise their channel portfolios,” he said, highlighting the role of AI insights and monetisation tools in unlocking commercial potential.
Arnaud Verlhac, Executive Vice President West Europe, describes the expansion as part of a broader strategy to support operators navigating rapid market change: “By bringing together satellite reach, cloud-based workflows, AI-driven insights, and advanced monetisation solutions, we are enabling operators across the region to unlock new revenue opportunities.”
Operational reliability is another pillar of the strategy. With teleports in Ljubljana and Rome and a 24/7 Network Operations Centre, iKOMG can offer high uptime, fast incident response, and flexible commercial models. The company positions this infrastructure as a competitive advantage for broadcasters seeking long-term operational security.
The CEE expansion marks the beginning of a wider regional push in the company’s strategy of combining satellite and broadcast technology with monetisation and AI tools to help broadcasters scale efficiently and deliver next-generation viewing experiences.
