Six Blue Ant Media’s channels, ranging from SD and HD to 4K/UHD, is transmitted via Measat’s satellites located at the 91.5°E orbital position
Blue Ant Media, a Toronto-headquartered content producer, distributor and channel operator, has selected Measat Satellite Systems as its Asia-Pacific video distribution partner.
Under the deal, six of Blue Ant Media’s channels — Blue Ant Entertainment HD, Blue Ant Extreme HD, Blue Ant Entertainment Philippines SD, ZooMoo HD, Love Nature 4K and Love Nature HD — have begun transmission from Measat’s satellites located at the 91.5°E orbital position, and are available to pay-TV operators across Asia-Pacific.
Raj Malik, senior vice-president, sales, Measat, commented: “The pace of adoption of both HD and 4K/Ultra HD (UHD) video is accelerating across Asia-Pacific, and Measat will continue to increase its leadership position. With the addition of six diverse, highly entertaining channels from the Blue Ant Media’s portfolio, 91.5°E continues growing from strength to strength as a prime gateway with ever more compelling content.”
The 91.5°E orbital position is home to the Measat-3, Measat-3a and Measat-3b satellites. From 91.5°E, Measat has been supporting broadcasters and direct-to-home (DTH) operators to distribute 4K/UHD, HD and SD channels to audiences across Asia, Australia, East Africa and South-eastern Europe.
Beatrice Lee, CEO of Blue Ant Media Asia-Pacific, concluded: “Our partnership with Measat is integral to the expanded distribution of Blue Ant Media’s channels across the region.
“With hundreds of hours of originally produced programming, top series and in-demand telecasts, our premium brands are sure to entertain audiences of all ages everywhere.”