[SatNews] RRsat Global Communications Network Ltd. (NASDAQ: RRST) has opened a local office in Moscow, Russia. The professional team at RRsat's new Moscow office offers services ranging from premium broadcasting solutions, leveraging RRsat's 24/7 global distribution network, through end-to-end content management and extensive playout services.

RRsat's new Moscow office is a key step towards establishing a presence in Russia and the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), a market of tens of millions of households. This step has been preceded by extensive efforts to assemble the required infrastructure, including local premium platforms, strategic partnerships and alliances, and the recruitment of a local team, to provide tailored solutions for broadcasting in and out of this region.

“Enhancing our position in the Russian market is an important strategic initiative and a key part of our global expansion program," said Avi Cohen, RRsat's Chief Executive Officer. "We are committed to providing this market with end-to-end premium digital media broadcasting solutions. This is one step in our strategy to bring global broadcasting solutions to various regions, by establishing a local presence.”