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Article: Scripps Networks Interactive to Launch Food Network HD in Southeast Asia January 1.
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- November 4, 2009
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CINCINNATI -- Scripps Networks Interactive Inc. (NYSE: SNI), which has identified international expansion as one of its key growth strategies, will launch Food Network in Asia on Jan. 1, 2010.
The new Food Network channel, which will be programmed and versioned for specific countries, will be distributed through MEASAT Satellite Systems and Ascent Media. The ad-supported service will be available in high definition (HD).
"Given the remarkable success of the Food Network brand in the United States, it's natural to bring this popular genre to Asia where food is such an important part of culture and tradition," said Greg Moyer, president of the company's ...