[SatBroadcasting(tm)] One of the UK’s leading independent cinema chains, Reel Cinemas, has signed a contract with Arqiva’s Digital Cinema partners, XDC. This will see Arqiva’s Digital Cinema Satellite Distribution System deployed at all of Reel Cinemas’ UK sites. George Eyles, Head of Digital Media Networks at Arqiva Broadcast & Media, said, “We are delighted that Reel Cinemas has selected Arqiva’s Digital Cinema Satellite Distribution System for their entire UK circuit. This 100 percent commitment underlines Reel Cinemas’ confidence in both satellite-based delivery and in Arqiva as the satellite-based delivery platform of choice. Our professional receive equipment will be installed at each Reel Cinemas location enabling them to receive regular and reliable electronic delivery of DCPs and live content via our IS905 platform.” Arqiva provides robust satellite and IP networks for the managed delivery of entertainment, information and advertising worldwide. It works with leading media distributors to provide electronic delivery services of live events and feature films into digital cinemas across Europe.