Orbit announces November launch of CNBC (U.S.) as first of exciting new channel line-up

The first of these is scheduled for November with the introduction of the CNBC (U.S.) channel on an EXCLUSIVE basis to Orbit, opening the door in the Middle East to inside stories direct from the world's financial capital - New York.

Orbit works constantly to reassess, review and improve its channel line-up to satisfy customer tastes and demand, and to remain at the forefront of the Pay TV industry.

Johnny Malek, Orbit's Vice President Marketing, says, "We are very proud to announce the introduction of the CNBC (U.S.) channel exclusively to the Orbit platform, which will start airing in November. CNBC (U.S.) is seen as much more relevant to the region and has been highly requested by our existing customers. We are also increasing our channel line-up with the addition of a variety of new channels, including two new English movie channels, a documentary channel, two exciting new Arab channels, as well as sports, variety, children's and additional financial and news channels."

To create the necessary satellite capacity to broadcast Orbit's new and expanded bouquet of Arabic and English language channels, Orbit will be dropping certain services which have proved of little appeal in its markets. Orbit will retain its major interest programming and introduce new channels and programmes, while guaranteeing the latest in enhanced and interactive value-added features. Soon to arrive will be Pay Per View services, email and Internet via satellite.