Intelsat Partners with iKO Media Group to Launch ‘Faith Beyond’ Service via Galaxy 19 Satellite
Intelsat collaborates with iKO Media Group to introduce ‘Faith Beyond,’ a new service tailored for faith-based broadcasters, through the Galaxy 19 satellite.
iKO Media Group, known for providing teleport and cloud services to broadcasters, will distribute ‘Faith Beyond’ via Intelsat’s G-19 satellite, which caters to audiences in North America.
The agreement was disclosed on June 17, marking a significant development in the broadcasting sector.
Service Features
‘Faith Beyond’ by iKOMG is a comprehensive solution designed to cater to the distinct requirements of faith-based broadcasters. It encompasses satellite broadcasting, OTT streaming, live events coverage, cloud-native playout, and metadata management.
Enhanced Audience Measurement
Intelsat has enhanced its VideoNow electronic program guide for G-19, incorporating audience measurement capabilities. This move is aimed at advancing ad-monetization in the direct-to-home free-to-air satellite video industry.
Quote from Rashmin Abhani
Rashmin Abhani, SVP Presale & Satellite Resource Management at iKO Media Group, emphasized, ‘Faith Beyond underscores our dedication to supporting faith-based broadcasters in a competitive media environment. Teamed with the extensive reach and reliability of Galaxy 19, Faith Beyond empowers ministries to effortlessly connect and engage with their audience. Our partnership with Intelsat stands for excellence, accessibility, and scalable innovation, offering broadcasters reliable solutions.’
