More News – Page 2002
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NewsCompetition Commission reverses ruling over Sky Movies dominance
The Competition Commission has reversed its stance that Sky Movies holds an unfair advantage in the pay TV movie space, as a result of the emergence of online players Lovefilm and Netflix.
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NewsMichael Lyons to chair local TV bid
Former BBC Trust chairman Sir Michael Lyons has been named chairman of local TV bidder YourTV.
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NewsEmbarrassing Bodies apps near 400,000 downloads in one week
The new trio of Embarrassing Bodies iPhone apps have been downloaded nearly 400,000 times since the start of the new series of Embarrassing Bodies: Live from the Clinic last week.
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NewsGeordie Shore returns for fourth series
MTV has ordered a fourth series of non-scripted reality show Geordie Shore ahead of the launch of the Cancun-based third series.
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NewsFME partners with Bones exec producer
FremantleMedia Enterprises is pushing further into US drama after securing a first look deal with Hollywood film and TV producer Barry Josephson’s production company.
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NewsRevenues up at Pinewood Shepperton
Pinewood Shepperton has made a strong start to the year with revenues “substantially up”, according to the company’s chief executive.
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NewsDiamond Jubilee strike ruled out
The strike threatening to derail the BBC’s coverage of the Diamond Jubilee has been called off after the corporation and joint unions managed to agree a deal over pay.
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NewsSarah Mulvey inquest re-opens
The inquest into the death of Sarah Mulvey has re-opened with the coroner reiterating that Channel 4 is not an interested party and confirming that it is not investigating any connection between the broadcaster and death of its former commissioner.
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NewsDarroch: Sky is independent from News Corp
BSkyB chief executive officer Jeremy Darroch has reiterated its stance that it is an “independent company” which is not unduly influenced by its majority shareholder News Corp.
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NewsBBC Worldwide launches first Brazilian channel
BBC Worldwide has launched its first channel in Brazil, offering exclusive access to high profile shows such as Top Gear and Sherlock.
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NewsNew director to reshape London Film Festival
The BFI London Film Festival has announced programming changes for its 56th edition, under the leadership of the new head of exhibition and festival director Clare Stewart.
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NewsCome Dine With Me heads to Brazil
Brazil’s Globo TV has become the 35th international broadcaster to commission ITV Studios format Come Dine With Me.
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NewsCyclists needed for IBC2IBC charity ride
A team of cyclists from across the broadcast industry will once again make their way to the IBC trade show in Amsterdam on two wheels.
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NewsTiffen upgrades filter suite for FCP X
Tiffen’s digital filter suite Dfx v3 is now available for use with Apple’s Final Cut Pro X and Motion 5.
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NewsEdit 19 expands footprint in bid for TV contracts
Manchester post facility Edit 19 has invested £50,000 as part of a push to secure long-form broadcast work.
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NewsHalo hires Wilkes for special projects role
Halo has recruited Paul Wilkes to the role of head of special projects.
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NewsGoldcrest joins forces with Narduzzo Too
Soho-based audio specialists Goldcrest Post have joined forces with Narduzzo Too to launch a central London grading and finishing service.
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NewsOnsight supplies kit for Kingdom of Plants shoot
Onsight has supplied camera and post facilities for Sky’s latest 3D production, Kingdom of Plants With David Attenborough.