Rome, September 11, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — iKO Media Group, a global end-to-end service provider for broadcasters and content owners, announced today that it has signed a distribution agreement with Khabar Agency JSC. iKOMG will be offering Khabar Agency JSC global distribution services for Kazakh TV international TV channel as well as wide range support of channel’s initiatives.

iKO Media Group will provide distribution for Kazakh TV content to Europe via Hotbird satellite. HOTBIRD family forms one of the largest broadcasting systems in Europe, delivering 1000 television channels to more than 135 million TV homes in Europe, North Africa and the Middle East. In addition, iKO will also provide distribution to North Americaover Galaxy 19 satellite and Asia via the Asiasat 5 Satellite.

 

Kazakh TV is an important strategic customer for iKO and we have pulled all our commercial and technical resources in order to come up with a tailored and highly effective solution to meet their specific needs. Our ability to create dedicated solutions depending on our clients’ needs is a core value that sets iKO apart from other service providers.

said Rami Goldberg, VP Sales EMEA.

The partnership with iKO will allow us to grow our distribution to over three continentsand reach millions of TV viewers over the world. In addition, iKO’s flexible and advanced infrastructure is one of key component of Kazakh TV’s new broadcasting model with an around the clock coverage in English, Russian, Kazakh and Kyrgyz languages that will be available already by next month,

said Andrey Tarakov, Director of Kazakh TV.

 

About iKOMG

iKO Media Group is a boutique end-to-end media service partner for broadcasters and content owners. iKOMG provides tailor-made solutions to a wide range of global and local networks. A full spectrum of services is available, including satellite broadcasting, automated, high-capacity playout management, Cloud services, EPG creation, disaster recovery solutions, channel monitoring feed, OTT platforms, fiber and IP delivery, and more.

iKOMG believes in being forward-thinking, agile and holistic. This approach allows iKOMG to deliver effective solutions customized to specific budgets and requirements without compromising on the quality of service. iKOMG is committed to operating its business to create value for all stakeholders. The company’s sustainability strategy focuses on social, environmental, and economic responsibility.

www.ikomg.com

About Kazakh TV

Kazakh TV is an image-building, lifestyle channel about the dynamically developing and emerging Kazakhstan, its investment and tourism potential, global initiatives, cultural and historical heritage and sustainable development measures. The channel’s content is entirely original and locally produced.

 

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