SPI International Launches 9 New Channels as Part of Digi Portugal Offering
SPI International, a global media company with extensive experience in channels management and content curation, is expanding its offer in Iberia. The company announces the launch of 9 thematic channels in Portugal with Digi operator. The agreement brings following channels to Digi Portugal audience: Dizi, FilmBox Arthouse, Gametoon, DocuBox, Fast&FunBox, FightBox, 360TuneBox, FunBox UHD and FashionBox, tailored to different tastes and preferences.
"We are delighted to sign an agreement with Digi Portugal, which is a part of Digi, one of our key partners in FilmBox channels expansion. We are proud to give access to the diverse portfolio of our channels to an even wider audience in Portugal. We encourage local viewers to explore various genres of our content such as movies, Turkish series, documentaries, music, fashion, or sport programs. I believe that the addition of SPI channels to the Digi Portugal offer will be warmly welcomed by new audience." – commented Filipe Barbosa, Commercial Director of SPI International.
The channels are part of basic package of Digi Portugal, a local subsidiary of Digi, one of Europe’s largest telecommunications operators. The SPI addition includes Dizi, the popular channel which brings viewers to the World of the best Turkish series. Dizi showcases gripping and exceptional stories of love and betrayal, complicated relationships and family ties. Furthermore, in Portugal Dizi offers curated programming tailored to the local audience. The perfect proposition for film lovers is FilmBox Arthouse which covers both outstanding masterpieces and productions outside the mainstream of cinema, as well as productions from top festivals and emerging filmmakers worth watching.
Other SPI thematic channels added to Digi Portugal offer include Gametoon for gamers and fans of esports competition, where 80% of the content is exclusive, DocuBox presenting an unforgettable collection of fascinating documentaries, Fast&FunBox with top adrenaline sports from all over the World, FightBox presenting combat sports content including live shows and the most exciting fights from Europe, America and even more; 360TuneBox with music from different parts of the World, FunBox UHD, a general entertainment channel with diverse content in ultra HD quality and FashionBox offering programming about fashion, glamour, luxury and style. The rich and diverse portfolio of SPI thematic channels provides a top-quality entertainment experience and ensures that everyone will find interesting content to watch.
“The integration of the SPI International channels into the DIGI TV grid in Portugal reinforces our commitment to provide a greater diversity of entertainment content. This addition enriches our portfolio and demonstrates our focus on meeting customer needs, ensuring an increasingly complete product at our best price.” - commented Emil Grecu, CEO of DIGI Portugal.
About DIGI Portugal:
In addition to Portugal, DIGI is one of the main European operators, active in Romania, Spain, Italy and about to launch its services in Belgium. DIGI uses the latest technologies for advanced electronic communications networks, in order to provide quality services at competitive prices and accessible to all consumers. DIGI is a vertically integrated group that develops activities from the construction of physical networks to the design, evolution and operation of networks and services with its own qualified and specialized workforce.
About SPI INTERNATIONAL:
SPI INTERNATIONAL is a global media company operating TV channels, multiple digital products across six continents, and is a major player in content distribution and broadcasting worldwide. SPI operates multiple free-to-air and pay-TV channels in CEE, Western Europe, Asia, and Adria regions including key European markets such as Poland, Czechia, Romania, Serbia and the Netherlands. SPI International owns a suite of legacy brands that have become household names such as FilmBox, Film1, Kino Polska, Stopklatka, Dizi along with different thematic channels and streaming services, including FilmBox+. Working with over 800 operators worldwide, SPI uses cutting-edge technology providing its subscribers with access to SPI’s linear and on-demand content. For over 25 years, SPI INTERNATIONAL has been a leading supplier of theatrical films and television programming in the international markets. SPI’s solid alliances with major license suppliers provide compelling content, with strong recognition and high demand. www.spiintl.com