Broadcast Distributors Survey 2008 The annual survey of the UK's top distributors

Growth - but for how long?

Growth - but for how long?

Welcome to Broadcast's fourth annual survey of the UK distribution sector. This year's survey is more comprehensive than ever, including 36 of the UK's leading distributors.
  • Published:21 September 2008 13:09
  • Author: David Wood

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The Business

The Business

The distribution sector has shaped up over the past year with company mergers, business consolidation and Hollywood bosses hired, resulting in a business sector better positioned to deliver stronger sales and growth.

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The Distributors League Table

The Distributors League Table

The latest financial results for the UK's top distributors may herald a watershed year; revenues are up, thanks to strong growth from mid-sized companies, but there are signs that the market is cooling.

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Trends: Eastern promise

Trends: Eastern promise

While established and home territories remain critical, the UK's top distributors are increasingly looking to the emerging markets of eastern Europe and Asia.

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The Peer Poll

The Peer Poll

This year BBC Worldwide and Fremantle led the field as the distributor's favourite distributor while RDF slipped into third place.

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Bestselling genres

Bestselling genres

The ups and downs in drama, entertainment, factual and kids.

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Indies: DIY distribution

Indies: DIY distribution

While consolidation has meant that fewer indies now handle their own distribution, some remain believers in building their own sales operation.