The next SES launch is scheduled for September 14, 2012, when an Ariane 5 booster will orbit the Astra 2F spacecraft.
Eutelsat renews Arianespace launch contract
Eutelsat Communications has entered the 30th year of its relationship with the Arianespace with the conclusion of a new launch services contract.
Agreement in TV2-Get dispute
TV2 has signed a new long-term distribution agreement with the cable distributor Get. It means the leading Norwegian commercial broadcaster will continue to be available through the cablenet’s basic cable […]
Intellect launches UK trial HbbTV spec
Technology trade body Intellect has released a specification that would enable the deployment of HbbTV over the UK terrestrial system and made a test stream available.
Humax invests for Next Gen STB
Humax has become the largest shareholder in the residential gateway provider MMC Technology, reinforcing its position as a provider of home gateway servers.
Pirate Bay ban has no effect on torrent traffic
The ban on access to The Pirate Bay has no effect on bit torrent traffic in The Netherlands, according to a blog by Dutch ISP XS4All.
Industry reacts to YouView launch
YouView has finally declared its intention to launch after four years of sometimes protracted labour. Yet despite the time lag industry reaction has been largely positive.
£299 YouView in store this month
YouView boxes will be in stores by the end of the month with supplies from the manufacturer Humax priced at £299.
61% growth in Live TV piracy
The Live TV Gateway is the fastest growing segment of online piracy, according to a joint study commissioned by Google and PRS for Music.
Authority does not plan a break-up of Canal Plus
There will be no break-up of Canal+ and the Studio Canal operations, according to a report in La Tribune.