Encompass Signs Double HD Channel Deal with Measat

30 October 2012

MEASAT announced an agreement with Encompass Digital Media (“Encompass”) for the addition of the Sundance SEA HD and WE tv SEA HD channels to the MEASAT-3/3a video neighbourhood for distribution across South East Asia (“SEA”).

The Sundance Channel is the television destination for independent-minded viewers seeking something different and bold. It offers audiences a diverse and engaging selection of films, documentaries and original programs. WE tv is the premier source for women looking to satisfy their curiosity with fascinating, original stories that is relevant to key stages of their lives. The channel offers viewers compelling perspectives on women's lives ranging from the ordinary to the extraordinary, presented in a non-judgmental voice.

“MEASAT is delighted to work together with Encompass for the addition of two (2) new HD channels to Asia,” said Jarod Lopez, Senior Director, Sales and Marketing, MEASAT. “The expansion of MEASAT’s video neighbourhood is a sustained concerted effort by MEASAT and key strategic partners to build a strong HD channel bouquet for Asia.”

MEASAT’s HD video neighbourhood from the MEASAT-3/3a satellites at 91.5°E now features an assortment of 36 HD channels that includes news, general entertainment, sports and factual programming.