Bright House Networks and Viacom Reach MTV Deal |
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January 8, 2009 By Jennifer Hull Bright House Networks and Viacom have announced that the two companies have reached an agreement in principle to renew carriage for Viacom’s MTV Networks. The companies expect to finalize the details of the agreement over the next several days. Statements from Bright House and ViacomKevin Hyman, executive vice president of cable operations for Bright House Networks said, “We are pleased that our customers will continue to be able to watch the programming they enjoy on MTV Networks. We are sorry that had to endure a day of public disagreement as we worked through this negotiation.” Philippe Dauman, president and CEO of Viacom said, “We’ve been partners with Bright House Networks for a long time, and we’re happy to be renewing that partnership for the benefit of their customers and our loyal viewers. It’s gratifying that we could reach an agreement that benefits not only our audiences but that is also in the best interest of both of our companies.” About Bright House NetworksBright House Networks is the nation's 6th largest multiple cable system operator (MSO) with 2.4 million customers in several large markets including Bakersfield, California; Birmingham, Alabama; Detroit, Michigan; Indianapolis, Indiana; Orlando, Florida (Central Florida Division) and Tampa Bay, Florida along with several other smaller systems in Alabama and the Florida Panhandle. The high-growth Tampa/Central Florida markets are contiguous and form one of the country's largest cable clusters. BHN's corporate locations are in Syracuse, New York and Orlando, Florida. About ViacomViacom is a leading global entertainment content company offering its customers television, motion pictures, and a wide range of digital media. The company’s best known brands include MTV Networks, BET Networks, Paramount Pictures, and Paramount Home Entertainment. |
