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SPI International’s Dizi Now Available on A1 Belarus

SPI/FilmBox has signed a deal with A1 Belarus to launch their premium drama hub Dizi as a linear channel and SVOD on A1’s IPTV platform

SPI/FilmBox and A1, one of the largest private telecom, ICT and content service providers in Belarus, announce that they have inked a distribution agreement for SPI’s premium drama brand Dizi which will be offered as both a linear channel and subscription video-on-demand (SVOD) through the operator’s IPTV platform. Timeless Dizi Channel will be available to all A1 subscribers in Belarus and the viewers will be able to access Russian localized Dizi series on-demand through the operator’s video service.

“We are pleased to partner with A1, one of the leading players in the Belarusian market, for one of our most sought-after brands. We are confident that Timeless Dizi Channel and Dizi’s on-demand content will provide drama series enthusiasts in Belarus with a one-of-a-kind entertainment experience that they can enjoy whenever and however they want,” commented Murat Muratoğlu, Head of Distribution at SPI International.   

Established in April 2019, Dizi reaches millions of households worldwide, rapidly growing its global footprint with recent launches in Sub-Saharan Africa, CEE and Western Europe. With over 600 hours of fresh content including globally acclaimed drama series, the channel highlights include: Black Money Love, 20 Minutes, Kurt Seyit & Shura, Moms and Mothers and more.

“It is important for us to continue developing video services for literally everyone - for viewers with different tastes, interests and needs,” commented Anton Bladik, Senior Director for Digital Platforms and Content at A1.

About SPI International

SPI International/FilmBox is a global media company operating a diverse portfolio of 42 linear channels and digital services on six continents. FilmBox being its flagship movie service, SPI is one of the biggest aggregators of native Ultra HD content in the world. Working with over 700 operators worldwide, SPI uses state of the art technology providing its 90 million subscribers with access to SPI’s linear and on-demand content including live streaming of UHD programming and FilmBox service on any internet-connected device via major global streaming players as well as local OTT providers. SPI owns and operates the brand assets of Film1 premium movie services in The Netherlands, including four linear channels and an on-demand service. 

For over 25 years, SPI International has been a leading supplier of theatrical films and television programming in the international market. SPI’s solid alliances with major license suppliers provide compelling content, with strong recognition and high demand.

About A1:

A1 is a telecommunications, ICT and content services provider in Belarus. The company began its commercial activities on April 16, 1999, becoming the first mobile operator of the GSM standard in the country. Since November 2007, the company is part of A1 Telekom Austria Group, the European subsidiary of the multinational holding América Móvil, one of the world's largest wireless service providers. Until August 2019, the company conducted operations under the brand name Velcom.

A1 customers in Belarus are more than 4.9 million people, over 1.1 million households have accessibility to a fixed communication network using GPON and Ethernet technologies in regional cities and the largest district centers. In addition, A1 provides IPTV digital television services under the brand name VOKA, as well as data storage and cloud services based on its own data center, one of the largest in the country. The company employs about 2,700 people, and branded sales and service centers are located in all major cities of the country.

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SPI/FilmBox Extends Partnership with Telekom Romania and Adds FilmBox Stars, Fast&FunBox

SPI/FilmBox and Telekom Romania announce that they have extended their partnership for three more years with the operator adding SPI’s Fast&FunBox and FilmBox Stars to their existing offer.

SPI/FilmBox and Telekom Romania are pleased to announce that they have renewed and expanded their long-standing partnership. The newly minted deal will make SPI brands that are already offered through Telekom Romania’s services available to subscribers for an additional three years, adding SPI’s Fast&FunBox and FilmBox Stars to the mix. Both will be available across all of Telekom Romania’s distribution networks. 

“We are delighted to build on our existing and long-standing partnership with Telekom Romania to continue to bring SPI’s truly versatile and entertaining brands to a wide audience through their distribution networks,” commented Tamas Fülöp, Regional Director of Operations at SPI International.

The new deal makes Fast&FunBox which offers action-packed programming dedicated to adrenaline sports and FilmBox Stars which broadcasts award-winning movies with stellar casts, available to Telekom Romania subscribers across all of their distribution networks.

“We are always looking to offer our customers quality TV content and as varied as possible, to please all family members, especially in this difficult period in which the time spent in front of the TV has increased. The extension of the collaboration with SPI represents the proof of our commitment. We hope that the content broadcast through the new channels that enter Telekom’s grid will quickly reach the hearts of sports fans and lovers of internationally awarded films”, stated Andreas Elsner, Chief Commercial Officer, Residential Segment, Telekom Romania.

Telekom Romania already carries the following from SPI’s extensive portfolio: SPI’s flagship FilmBox; the go-to destination for drama enthusiasts Timeless Dizi Channel; FilmBox Premium, which broadcasts some of the best Hollywood movies starring A-list actors; DocuBox, which broadcasts a collection of award-winning documentaries about different cultures and the wonders of our world; and FightBox, which delivers electrifying combat sports live events and multi-discipline mixed martial arts coverage from all over the world.

 

About SPI International

SPI International/FilmBox is a global media company operating a diverse portfolio of 42 linear channels and digital services on six continents. FilmBox being its flagship movie service, SPI is one of the biggest aggregators of native Ultra HD content in the world. Working with over 700 operators worldwide, SPI uses state of the art technology providing its 90 million subscribers with access to SPI’s linear and on-demand content including live streaming of UHD programming and FilmBox service on any internet-connected device via major global streaming players as well as local OTT providers. SPI recently added to its portfolio Film1 premium movie services in The Netherlands, including four linear offers and an on-demand service. 

For over 25 years, SPI International has been a leading supplier of theatrical films and television programming in the international market. SPI’s solid alliances with major license suppliers provide compelling content, with strong recognition and high demand.

 

About Telekom Romania:

Telekom Romania is a dynamic brand, offering fixed and mobile innovative communication services to a broad customer community.

Our solutions open a world of infinite opportunities to share the beauty of life together with our families, friends, partners, colleagues and citizens around us. Our mission is to enrich people’s lives, by offering them fixed and mobile integrated services, latest technologies like 4G, optical fibre, as well as Internet TV which brings users a new entertainment experience, with access to exclusive and quality content, on all screens, and advanced interactive features. Telekom Romania is the trusted partner for companies, providing them with complete communications and IT&C solutions. Our network is bringing together people, machines and content, connecting them for a better, safer, simpler future.

Telekom Romania is present in the Romanian market since 2014, after the joint rebranding of Romtelecom and COSMOTE Romania.

Telekom is a brand pertaining to Deutsche Telekom, one of the world’s leading integrated telecommunications companies.

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SPI/FilmBox and M SAT Cable Ink Distribution Deal for FilmBox Extra and More

SPI/FilmBox makes premium movie brands FilmBox and more available to M SAT Cable subscribers in Bulgaria on the provider’s cable and IPTV platforms. 

SPI International brands continue to reach more households in Bulgaria through new strategic partnerships with industry leaders. The global media company has inked a new deal with Bulgarian cable TV operator M SAT Cable for 11 products from its portfolio including premium movie brands FilmBox Extra and FilmBox Stars and other brands that broadcast thematic programming such as DocuBox, Gametoon and FashionBox. These will be available to all M SAT Cable subscribers on both the provider’s linear service and their recently launched IPTV service, M SAT Cable PRO.

“It gives us great pleasure to provide additional windows of curated content to help expand the entertainment offerings of our partner M SAT with this brand-new deal,” commented Murat Muratoglu, Head of Distribution at SPI International. “We are delighted to be able to bring programming that’s relevant to all kinds of different tastes and needs; ranging from movies and series to content devoted to sports, documentaries, lifestyle and more,” added Muratoglu.

SPI’s FilmBox Extra offers a great selection of blockbuster hits and award-winning movies featuring world famous stars. FilmBox Stars and FilmBox present Hollywood movies, favorite evergreens, and popular series and broadcast hundreds of premiere titles every year.

The deal also includes: FilmBox Arthouse which brings world cinema classics from iconic directors such as Hitchcock, Kurosawa, Fellini and many others to cinema lovers; FunBox UHD presents 100% premium native UHD programming dedicated to entertainment and lifestyle programming; Gametoon which is dedicated gaming content created by true gaming and esports enthusiasts; FightBox broadcasts some of the most electrifying combat sports live events and multi-discipline mixed martial arts coverage from all over the world; Fast&FunBox offers action-packed programming dedicated to adrenaline sports; DocuBox delivers a collection of award-winning documentaries about different cultures and the wonders of our world; FashionBox provides highly entertaining content on fashion trends and all things style, and 360 TuneBox presents new music every week with today’s emerging artists.

 

About SPI International

SPI International/FilmBox is a global media company operating a diverse portfolio of 42 linear channels and digital services on six continents. FilmBox being its flagship movie service, SPI is one of the biggest aggregators of native Ultra HD content in the world. Working with over 700 operators worldwide, SPI uses state of the art technology providing its 90 million subscribers with access to SPI’s linear and on-demand content including live streaming of UHD programming and FilmBox service on any internet-connected device via major global streaming players as well as local OTT providers. SPI recently added to its portfolio Film1 premium movie services in The Netherlands, including four linear offers and an on-demand service. 

For over 25 years, SPI International has been a leading supplier of theatrical films and television programming in the international market. SPI’s solid alliances with major license suppliers provide compelling content, with strong recognition and high demand.

 

About M SAT Cable

M SAT Cable EAD is one of the first cable operators in Bulgaria. To date, it is one of the largest operators nationally and the largest in Northeastern Bulgaria with points of presence in Varna, the resorts - Golden Sands, St. St. Constantine and Elena, Chaika, Kranevo, Aksakovo , Balchik, Kavarna, Shabla, Ruse, and Nova Zagora. The company has a high-tech optical network, which allows it to offer a wide range of high quality services.

M SAT CABLE EAD uses a new generation digital platform. MDIGITAL digital television is based on state-of-the-art technological development of a world leader in the field of telecommunications.

In 2020, M SAT Cable EAD invested and implemented a state-of-the-art IPTV platform for providing interactive television - MSAT Pro, with 190 channels, 50 of which HD and lots of interactive functions.

Under the brand name - MNET, the company specializes in the design, construction and operation of networks, high-speed data transmission and Internet access, through which MSAT Cable is established in the telecommunications market. This allows MSAT Cable to offer a full range of technological solutions and services such as high-speed Internet, MAN, VPN solutions and other integrated telecommunications services. The quality of the provided services is guaranteed with a high degree of reliability as a result of double reserved connections through the support network of M SAT Cable EAD, built and separated into optical rings, ensuring continuity and redundancy of information.

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Film1 Action Launches on Amazon Prime Video Channels in the Netherlands

Starting June 17, Film1 Action linear channel will be available on Amazon Prime Video Channels in the Netherlands. Prime members in the Netherlands can access the Film1 package as an add-on paid monthly subscription.

Film1 is delighted to announce that Film1 Action, one of the best performing linear channels in the Film1 bouquet, will be available on Amazon Prime Video Channels in the Netherlands starting June 17, 2021. Film1 Action will be included in the Film1 add-on package where Prime members can access a special curation of Hollywood blockbusters, popular movies and now exciting action features completing the lineup of Film1’s four linear channels and extensive on-demand selection.  

Film1 successfully launched its three other linear channels – Film1 Premiere, Film1 Drama and Film1 Family – and a curated selection of on-demand content with Prime Video Channels in the Netherlands late last year. The Film1 package, which caters to different viewing habits with four linear channels and curated on-demand content, allows Prime members to enjoy critically-acclaimed titles such as: Guy Ritchie’s The Gentlemen, starring Matthew McConaughey, Charlie Hunnam, and Hugh Grant; Roland ‘Independence Day’ Emmerich’s Midway which recounts the story of the Battle of Midway, told by the leaders and the sailors who fought it in WWII and Midsommar, starring Academy Award-nominated Florence Pugh about a young couple who spend a month in Sweden observing the summer rituals of an obscure commune called the Harga.

“The action genre is the most popular genre on Film1, which makes the inclusion of Film1 Action on Amazon Prime Video Channels in the Netherlands particularly relevant for Dutch viewers. At Film1, we are always committed to bringing the best and the most appealing content acquired from top distributors to our viewers,” said Jeroen Bergman, Managing Director at Film1.

Other highlights include: Hard Kill (2020), starring Bruce Willis; horror and crime drama movies Child’s Play (2019) and Penoza: The Final Chapter (2019); Academy Award-winners Django Unchained and Zero Dark Thirty, and 2019 action hits Rambo: Last Blood and Angel Has Fallen.

Film1 is available for Prime members in the Netherlands via the existing Prime Video app to watch anytime, anywhere on smart TVs, mobile, Amazon Fire TV Stick, game consoles and through the web. Prime members will be able access the content with the convenience of a single account, login and user experience through Prime Video so there’s no need to jump from app to app.

 

About SPI International

SPI International/FilmBox is a global media company operating a diverse portfolio of 42 linear channels and digital services on six continents. FilmBox being its flagship movie service, SPI is one of the biggest aggregators of native Ultra HD content in the world. Working with over 700 operators worldwide, SPI uses state of the art technology providing its 90 million subscribers with access to SPI’s linear and on-demand content including live streaming of UHD programming and FilmBox service on any internet-connected device via major global streaming players as well as local OTT providers. SPI recently added to its portfolio Film1 premium movie services in The Netherlands, including four linear offers and an on-demand service. 

For over 25 years, SPI International has been a leading supplier of theatrical films and television programming in the international market. SPI’s solid alliances with major license suppliers provide compelling content, with strong recognition and high demand.

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