MTV Europe has launched a new Website to complement its pan-European television network and to broaden the penetration and reach of the MTV brand. It will contain exclusive music-related content, graphics and “toys” and the use of “intelligent recommendations” which push content most relevant to site visitors.MTV expects the site to have an international appeal… Continue reading MTV Europe Launches New Website
Johnston Press today released financial results for the six months to June 1997 which show that pre-tax profits have risen 53% to £19.4m, on the back of turnover up 98% to £110.6m. The regional publisher also saw advertising growth rates of 8%.Fred Johnston will retire from executive duties on 15 September but remain chairman, at… Continue reading Johnston Press Sees Profit Soar
The Observer will be carrying a free 36-page edition of new women’s title Frank this weekend. The paper will also be running a series of ads for the title.Frank, published by Wagadon, will be launched next Thursday. A full review will appear on Newsline.Observer: 0171 239 9696
The Radio Authority is advertising a number of frequencies for local radio licences designed to provide small-scale services within Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire.This is designed to encourage the development of localised radio services in areas other than the main cities where other services are based.…The RA has now assumed responsibility for the frequency planning of restricted… Continue reading Radio Authority Advertises New Licences
Record-breaking cinema attendances are encouraging new advertisers to make full use of the big screen, according to new statistics released today by the Cinema Advertising Association.According to the CAA a surge of blue chip companies are “demanding” to use cinema as part of their advertising mix: Virgin Atlantic, BT Corporate, Christian Dior, Habitat, Audi, Orange… Continue reading Advertisers Demand Cinema Presence
There were large TV audiences and an increase in newspaper print-runs as the nation sought explanations for the tragic death of Diana, Princess of Wales.As events unfolded throughout the day on Sunday viewing built up on ITV, BBC1 and BBC2 to a peak of around 19 million as people tuned in to watch the body… Continue reading Nation Seeks Information As Events Unfold
United News & Media’s Miller Freeman publishing division has bought US-based magazine and exhibition group Telecom Library for £81m. The IT magazines published by Telecom will bolster Miller Freeman’s portfolio with such titles as Computer Telephony and Teleconnect and Imaging, which may begin publishing in Europe.UNM: 0171 921 5000
Emap Online today unveiled a major upgrade of its What’s on Stage Internet Web site, the UK’s online performing arts information service.The site, which concentrated previously on UK theatre listings and online ticket ordering, now includes a classical music service, with a venue guide detailing nearest hotels, restaurants and – for London – local mapping.In… Continue reading EMAP Site Gets Revamp
VNU has announced the appointment of Bobby Pickering as editor of Network News . He was previously news editor on VNU’s PC Dealer .In addition to his current responsibilities, Julian Patterson, currently New Media editor and formerly editor of PC Week , will be assisting Pickering as consultant editor.VNU: 0171 316 9000
Peter Salmon, Granada Television’s director of programmes, has been named as BBC1’s new controller. He replaces Michael Jackson who left the corporation this year to become chief executive of Channel 4.As well as taking charge of the Coronation Street rejuvenation Mr Salmon was also responsible for programmes such as Moll Flanders and Hillsborough.BBC: 0181 743… Continue reading BBC1 Controller Appointed
