BBC Studios and CosmoBlue Media have announced a strategic partnership designed to expand their footprint across the Middle East and North Africa region and Turkey (MENAT).
This multifaceted collaboration will see the launch of a new general entertainment channel in the region, the integration of BBC Player into CosmoGO, and co-distribution initiatives for BBC Studios’ existing channel portfolio, tailored specifically for audiences in MENAT.
“We are happy to partner with BBC Studios and bring their incredible brands and content to the MENAT,” said Berk Uziyel, Co-Founder and Group CEO at CosmoBlue Media. “This strategic collaboration reflects our shared belief in high-quality storytelling, cultural relevance, and platform innovation.”
“This agreement delivers on our commitment across EMEA to pursue innovative partnerships that harness the full potential of our brands, premium content, and portfolio of linear and on demand products,” commented Arran Tindall, President EMEA, Global Channels & Streaming said. “It is a significant step in developing a greater business across the Turkey and MENA region that enables our compelling content to reach and engage new audiences wherever they are and across all platforms.”
“At BBC Studios, we believe that our success is deeply intertwined with the success of our partners. This new collaboration reflects our shared commitment to excellence and innovation, and we are confident it will elevate the presence of our entertainment brands across the market. Through joint initiatives, we will broaden the scope of our activities and deepen audience engagement with our channels. All of this is driven by our enduring mission to inform, educate, and entertain – now with even greater impact,” added said Bartosz Witak, SVP and General Manager for CEE & MENAT at BBC Studios.
As part of the partnership, BBC Player – BBC Studios’ on-demand multi-genre service featuring dramas, documentaries and factual content – will be fully integrated into CosmoBlue Media’s streaming service, CosmoGO. This integration will allow audiences to access premium British content on-demand, anytime and anywhere.
“BBC Player’s integration into CosmoGO offers an exciting opportunity to reach new digital audiences in Turkey and MENA,” continued Uziyel. “Together, we are strengthening the digital ecosystem with curated experiences that elevate the viewer’s journey.”
Additionally, CosmoBlue Media will exclusively cooperate with BBC Studios on the distribution of BBC First, BBC Earth and CBeebies.
The partnership extends beyond Turkey into the broader MENA region, where CosmoBlue Media will support managing the distribution of BBC First, BBC Earth and CBeebies across multiple countries. This strategic expansion will ensure that audiences across MENA gain broader access to BBC Studios’ premium content across both linear and digital platforms.
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