SPI/FILMBOX Launches 5 Live Channels on Exchange VUE, A New IPTV Service for U.S. Military Bases

NEW YORK - SPI International/Filmbox, a global TV content distributor and pay TV operator, today announced the launch of five channels on Exchange VUE, a new IPTV service for U.S. Service members developed by DHI Telecom.  The channels will initially be available to troops in Afghanistan and Kuwait, and then expand to additional Military installations worldwide.
 
The channels include FightBox HD, Fast&FunBox HD, DocuBox HD, FashionBox HD and 360TuneBox.   
 
“We are happy and proud to be able to provide new and exciting entertainment options to U.S. service members, especially those deployed to Afghanistan and other locations downrange,” said Stacey Sobel, SPI International Executive Vice President.  “DHI Telecom Group has developed an outstanding IPTV platform for delivering these channels and we’re looking forward to working together to make these options available.” 

The new channels offer a diverse range of programming.  Fighting sports lovers get a full dose of international martial arts as well as live MMA and kickboxing events on FightBox HD.  Fast&FunBox HD offers an action-packed medley of extreme sports, from car racing and motocross to snowboarding and skateboarding.  DocuBox HD brings the best documentary films covering nature, science, culture and human civilization. FashionBox HD channel is devoted to fashion and shopping.  ExchangeVUE  subscribers will also have access to 360 TuneBox HD, a music channel presenting independent, breakthrough artists and the art of music video from all over the world. 
 
DHI Telecom Group is a U.S. Department of Defense telecommunications and live streaming + video on demand solutions provider, an official Army & Air Force Exchange Service concession operator and Space and Naval Warfare Systems Command (SPAWAR) MWR Provider.