Release of 26.06.2025
A1 Group and SPI International, a global media company, unveiled a strategic, long-term partnership designed to enhance how content is delivered, distributed, and experienced across Southeast Europe. The agreement outlines the technical distribution of all SPI channels in Europe, the distribution of 14 TV channels and SVOD service from SPI.
The collaboration marks a dual achievement: A1 Group will serve as the technical gateway for all SPI International channels in Europe, managing transcoding, encryption, and satellite uplink services via Eutelsat 16A, a key orbital position for broadcasters across the EMEA region. At the same time, SPI channels will continue to be distributed to A1 subscribers in Bulgaria, Serbia, Croatia, Slovenia, and North Macedonia. In addition, A1 will propose the SVOD service to them further strengthening its entertainment leadership in Southeast Europe.
“This partnership brings together world-class content and best-in-class technical service - creating a powerhouse for premium TV experiences across the region. A1 will remain SPI’s main technology distribution partner in Europe, ensuring efficient and reliable delivery of content across the region. We are pleased to extend this trusted partnership, which continues to support seamless, high-quality TV experiences for audiences across Europe", said Elena Petrova, Head of Group Content, Broadcasting & Media Solutions at A1 Group.
The agreement includes SPI’s full portfolio of linear TV channels, offering diverse, globally curated entertainment. This includes two major brands - FilmBox and DIZI as well as other thematic channels tailored to different tastes. The first brand offers six film channels including FilmBox, FilmBox Family, FilmBox Premium, FilmBox Extra, FilmBox Stars and FilmBox Arthouse. Another SPI’s flagship brand, DIZI is a perfect choice for Turkish drama series lovers. The offer is further complemented by thematic channels such as: DocuBox, FashionBox, FastnFunBox, FightBox, FunBox UHDandGametoon
With an extensive selection of themed linear channels and a rich catalog of high-quality content, SPI’s SVOD service, FilmBox+, delivers a compelling and immersive viewing journey for every taste.
“At SPI Interrnational, we believe that great content deserves a great showcase and highlighting. Partnership with A1 Group empowers us to bring our channels and content to audiences with greater efficiency, quality, and scale. At the same time, we’re thrilled to deliver our world-class entertainment offering to even more viewers, with such a strong and innovative regional leader. It’s another key milestone in SPI’s strategy to deliver an accessible and affordable value proposition for audiences, and one we’re truly proud of”, said Erwan Luherne, Managing Director at SPI International.
This collaboration not only optimizes SPI’s broadcast operations, for delivering their channels and service but also positions A1 as a regional media solutions leader - offering global partners a reliable, innovative platform for growth in Europe’s rapidly evolving media landscape.
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