The Daily Telegraph is set for an editorial overhaul in the coming months, as Martin Newland, editor of the paper, signs Neil Darbyshire and William Lewis as joint deputy editors.The appointments offer “the qualities most suited to driving forward change and development at the title,” according to Newland, who also stated that any change would… Continue reading Telegraph Reshuffles Editorial Ahead Of Revamp
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Independent News & Media (INM) has announced record interim results for the six months to 30 June 2005, with particularly strong growth by the Independent, enjoying an increase of 18.5% in advertising revenues, despite a “volatile market.” According to INM, the increase resulted from a “substantial” uplift in core circulation copy sales throughout 2004, with… Continue reading Independent Sees Strong Growth In First Half Of 2005
Outdoor advertising group, JCDecaux, has announced a 5.7% increase in revenues for the first six months of 2005, reaching €833.7 million, reflecting a sound performance for the group, despite softening advertising conditions in some European markets. Operating margin for the company enjoyed a healthy rise of 4.7% to hit €229.1 million, representing 27.5% of consolidated… Continue reading JCDecaux Announces 5.7% Increase In Revenues For First Half 2005
Asia is forecast to become the largest regional mobile telecommunications market in the world over the next five to ten years, with Asian mobile telecom revenues reaching over $260 billion by 2009, up from $180 in 2004. According to high-tech market research firm, India will be the fastest growing entity in the region, with a… Continue reading Mobile Telecoms In Asia Forecast To Rocket
Internet Protocol Television (IPTV) is forecast to be firmly established as an alternative platform to digital satellite, terrestrial and cable transmission over the next ten years, with delivery of television over the internet transforming the TV market industry. According to new research from LoveLace Consulting and informitiv, television will become increasing like the internet, with… Continue reading IPTV Moving Into Mainstream TV Marketplace
Last night saw cricket fans flock to their television sets, enthralled as England regained the Ashes, securing the largest ever audience share for Channel 4.The day’s cricket saw a steadily increasing audience for Channel 4’s coverage, with 2 million viewers tuning in at 10am, 4.7 million at 1pm and peaking at a massive 7.4 million… Continue reading Channel 4 Cricket High Stumps Rivals
Emap’s style-focused men’s magazine, FHM Collections, is to undertake a makeover with its latest issue, providing readers with a “portable and practical guide” to the latest trends and fashions.The title, which is published bi-annually, now aims to be a reference guide on the high street as readers “seek out more aspirational, couture garments across the… Continue reading FHM Restyles Collections As High Street Guide
The European Commission is set to investigate the FA Premier League over its allocation of broadcast rights to top flight football matches in England.The investigation follows confirmation that the EC it is opening a formal antitrust inquiry into current practices, which have failed to ensure rights are distributed to more than one broadcaster. EU regulators… Continue reading Euro Regulator To Investigate Premier League Rights
H Bauer has announced a price rise for its Total TV Guide, effective from the current issue which goes on sale today, rising from 90p to 95p to become the nation’s second-most expensive TV listings title.The premium listings magazine, which is targeted at homes with digital TV, will see its Retail Sales Value (RSV) increase… Continue reading Bauer Boosts Cover Price For Total TV Guide
The Daily Mail & General Trust (DMGT) this morning issued a trading statement reporting a further weakening in advertising markets and the creation of necessary costs reductions in all of its consumer-facing businesses. The company stated that the rest of the group has continued to perform well, meanwhile, with its information publishing division proving particularly… Continue reading DMGT Sees Weakening Ad Markets But Expects Strong Full Year