SES , a satellite operator which provides satellite communications services to
broadcasters, content and internet service providers, mobile and fixed network
operators and business and governmental organisations worldwide, has
announced the launch of a new digital TV platform for West Africa on SES’s
ASTRA 2F satellite at 28.2 degrees East. The service will begin in September
2014.
The platform will be the first free-to-air (FTA) DTH digital TV platform in Nigeria
and is expected to provide growth opportunities to local and international
broadcasters as well as accelerate digital migration in the region.
TV broadcasters across West Africa will be provided with end-to-end contribution
as well as ground and space services. SES, will be delivering on the space
aspect and providing specific ground services, while ICT service provider
Computer Warehouse Group (CWG) will be managing the teleport services as an
SES partner teleport operator.
Ferdinand Kayser, Chief Commercial Officer of SES, said, “Broadcasting via
satellite provides better picture quality and a 100 percent coverage of even the
most remote areas and regions. The long-term partnership with CWG will open
up new possibilities for local and international broadcasters and allow them to
drive digitalisation and reach their audiences across West Africa quickly and
cost-effectively.’
Austin Okere, Founder and CEO of CWG, added, “For years, the majority of
households in West Africa have been shut out of the digital broadcasting
experience. Together with SES, we are excited to enable broadcasters to deliver
their content cost-effectively, and in excellent technical quality to millions of
households across the region.’
Visit the SES and CWG websites for more information.
