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SES Adds 24/7 4KUNIVERSE Ultra HD Channel
SES (News - Alert) S.A. (Euronext Paris:SESG) (LuxX:SESG) today announced 4KUNIVERSE, a
general entertainment Ultra HD channel, is the latest in a series of
networks to join its fast-growing Ultra HD line-up being delivered to
cable operators and other television platforms across North America.
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A compelling mix of documentaries, sports, movies, and TV shows aimed at
Millennials and Generation-X viewers, 4KUNIVERSE will make its debut in
January on the SES-1 satellite, one of three satellites (SES-1, SES-3,
AMC-18) hosting North America's leading Ultra HD distribution platform
at the centre of the orbital arc. 4KUNIVERSE, licensed to multiple video
program distributors (MVPDs) by Vivicast Media, is the fourth Ultra HD
channel in less than two months to join SES's regional Ultra HD
platform, home to eight linear Ultra HD channels as of January. SES has
now inked distribution deals with over 30 Ultra HD channels globally.
4KUNIVERSE offers Ultra HD content featuring high-end entertainment
series, including "Model Turned Superstar" and wine competition series
"Best Bottle". Live sports content includes exclusive 4K rights to the
AVP Pro Beach Volleyball Tour, while the 4KUNIVERSE movie vault features
a broad range of titles, such as 80's drama "The Toy Soldiers" and the
launch of crime thriller "Wolf Mother" next year. Nature documentaries
on the Grand Canyon, Mount Rainier and the Hoh Rainforest showcase
majestic drone aerials over popular landmarks, rounding out the offering
at launch. Plans for 2017 include brand new, original Ultra HD shows for
daytime and primetime audiences.
Numerous cable operators across the US are currently receiving and
testing the growing line-up of SES-delivered Ultra HD channels across
their systems, in preparation for the distribution of the Ultra HD
content to their subscribers.
"4KUNIVERSE represents a tremendous addition to the expanding Ultra HD
content choices offered over the SES Ultra HD distribution platform
serving North America," said Matthew Mancinelli, Founder and CEO of
4KUNIVERSE. "We have been collaborating with the SES team for months, by
testing with block programming on their promotional channel - all
leading up to this exciting launch of our 24/7 Ultra HD channel with
cable and telecom companies across the US. Ou first carriage deals will
be announced shortly."
"SES's Ultra HD distribution neighbourhood at the centre of the orbital
arc has fast become North America's leading home for Ultra HD content
distribution," noted Steve Corda, Vice President of Business Development
in North America for SES. "4KUNIVERSE and a host of other great Ultra HD
channels are part of an exciting programming line-up that will soon be
available to millions of cable, IPTV (News - Alert) and Multiple System Operator (MSO)
subscribers across the US."
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About SES
SES (Euronext Paris:SESG) (LuxX:SESG) is the world-leading satellite
operator, with more than 50 geostationary satellites (GEO) and, through
its subsidiary O3b Networks, 12 medium Earth orbit satellites (MEO).
Focusing on value-added, end-to-end solutions in four key market
verticals (Video, Enterprise, Mobility and Government), SES provides
satellite communications services to broadcasters, content and internet
service providers, and mobile and fixed network operators, as well as
business and governmental organizations worldwide. SES's fleet includes
the ASTRA satellite system, which has the largest Direct-to-Home (DTH)
reach in Europe. Through its ownership of O3b Networks, SES
significantly enhances existing data capabilities, and is the first
satellite provider to deliver a differentiated and scalable GEO-MEO
offering worldwide. Another SES subsidiary, MX1, is a leading media
service provider and offers a full suite of innovative digital video and
media services.
Further information available at: www.ses.com
About 4KUNIVERSE
4KUNIVERSE is the first general entertainment Ultra HD channel offering
picturesque TV series, action-packed movies, informative documentaries,
live sports and primetime programming in stunning 4K resolution.
Further information available at: www.4kuniversenow.com
About Vivicast Media
Vivicast Media is a leading source of the finest quality 4K programming
and 24/7 linear networks. As a forward-thinking media company, Vivicast
was one of the first companies to offer linear content geared toward the
OTT market and has shown that same commitment to 4K/Ultra HD. Vivicast
Media is a one-stop source of the very best 4K content the entertainment
business has to offer.
Further information available at: www.vivicast.com
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