Modern Times Group (MTG) net sales rose by 12% year-on-year at constant exchange rates in Q4 2010 to SEK3,618 million (€411.5 million), while its operating income was up by 14% […]
Scandi launch for Viasat 3D
Modern Times Group (MTG) has announced the launch of Viasat 3D, the first regular stereoscopic channel to launch in Scandinavia.
Viasat re-introduces Baltic channel
Viasat Broadcasting has reintroduced the Baltic version of RTR-Planeta to its digital satellite offer in the region.
Viasat signs VOD deal with LG
Viasat OnDemand is to appear on connected TVs manufactured by LG Electronics for the Nordic region. The MTG-owned pay-TV provider has signed an agreement with LG that will see Viasat […]
Nordic HD driving Viasat
Viasat Broadcasting’s Nordic pay-TV business reported third quarter growth of 9% year-on-year, driven by enthusiasm for IPTV and HD services.
Euronews launching on Viasat platform
Euronews and Viasat Broadcasting have concluded an agreement to broadcast the international news channel in Scandinavia and the Baltic states.
Viasat secures Universal movie exclusivity
Viasat Broadcasting has signed a new multi-year licensing agreement with NBC Universal International Television Distribution for the exclusive pay-TV rights in Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Finland to current and upcoming […]
Viasat secures Baltics Premier League deal
Viasat Broadcasting has acquired the exclusive broadcasting rights to the Barclays Premier League in Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania for the next three seasons.
Viasat to improve Latvian contracts
Latvia’s consumer Rights Protection Centre (CRPC) has asked Viasat to change some of the terms and conditions of its contracts with customers.
Mixed picture for MTG
Viasat’s Nordic pay-TV business has reported increased profitability and growing margins, while the company’s Baltic operations continue to feel the squeeze from a tough advertising market and rising churn.