|
||
|
Worldspace and CNN International Extend Global Relationship |
||
|
SILVER SPRING, Md., Aug. 15, 2006/Satnews Daily/ ― Worldspace Satellite Radio (NASDAQ:WRSP) announced on Monday that it has extended its global broadcasting relationship with CNN International (CNNI). Under the terms of its three-year contract renewal, Worldspace is licensed to broadcast CNNI, the world leader in international news, in Europe, the Middle East, Africa and the Asia Pacific region. New Worldspace subscribers can listen to CNNI on channel 300.
“We're excited to renew our relationship with Worldspace and by extension, Worldspace subscribers worldwide,” said Maggie Eales, senior vice president of Turner Broadcasting System Europe Limited.
CNN International delivers the top news stories from around the world from its 4,000 strong staff of journalists based around the world, including major studios in London, Atlanta, and Hong Kong. The channel is available on both of Worldspace's satellites -- AsiaStar and AfriStar -- and comprises its trademark breaking news as well as business news, sports news, analysis, current affairs, feature programming and documentaries.
“We are proud to extend our relationship with CNN International and to continue providing subscribers with one of the world's most respected and ubiquitous English-language news sources,” said Billy Sabatini, vice president of global content, Worldspace.
Recent Stories: Worldspace Reports Subscriber Base Increase if 150%; Revenues Increases 140% to $1.9-M WorldSpace Commissions Terrestrial Repeater Prototypes for European Mobile Services |
||
