Wednesday, 8 January 2025

Broadband TV News: EBU and Eurovision Services secure sports broadcasting agreement

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The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) and Eurovision Services have finalised a long-term agreement that reinforces their collaboration and ensures continuity in delivering sports coverage to EBU members.

Under this agreement, Eurovision Services will continue providing the services that EBU members have relied on for decades, ensuring seamless coordination, with operational support, and a dedicated helpdesk. This partnership will support the delivery of thousands of hours of coverage across winter and summer sports, cycling, and other major events.

Meeting evolving delivery methods, the agreement introduces Secure Reliable Transport (SRT) distribution. Eurovision Services will also deliver this content to the Eurovision Sports streaming platform, an EBU initiative designed to complement and support members’ existing sports coverage. These developments ensure that all members are supported in the best possible way, from satellite to IP, according to EBU.

“This agreement demonstrates our mutual commitment to upholding the exceptional standards of service that EBU members rely on and trust. It reinforces our dedication to improving value for money for our members and providing innovation, collaboration, and ensuring access to the tools and support they need to succeed in an ever-evolving media landscape,” said Glen Killane, Executive Director, EBU Sport.

Fabien Robineau, Chief Commercial Officer, Eurovision Services, added: “We look forward to continuing our work with the EBU to support members in delivering exceptional sports programming worldwide.”

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