LEADING provider of the new world of communications, Tata Communications, in partnership with Nigeria's premier provider of broadband services, MainOne Cable Company, has announced the extension of its Video Connect Network service into Nigeria.Tata explained that the Video Connect service would allow broadcast and production companies in Nigeria to distribute their live video content worldwide as well as enhance international broadcasters' reach into this key emerging region.The company explained that its partnership with MainOne arose from the increasing demand for high quality video capability in and out of Nigeria, 'Tata Communications' partnership with Main One connects its global video network to an expansive local fibre network, creating a dedicated video network connecting to key broadcasters as well as production and post-production houses in Africa.'Unlike traditional MPLS or contention networks, having a dedicated video network ensures the high quality and consistent video transmission needed for video broadcast, allowing Nigerian media companies to be truly global', it stated.Tata explained that the Video Connect network offers new levels of scalability and bandwidth supported by it technology round-the-world, wholly-owned, sub-sea fibre network and Main One's cable between Europe and West Africa.It added that video content transfer could be purchased on a permanent or per-hour basis, opening up new opportunities for Nigerian companies through flexible payment options, adding that the Video Connect network can carry both live and file-based content.Beside, it stressed that seamless worldwide transmission is now possible through 300+ connected media hotspots including key cable and Direct-to-Home (DTH) head ends, as well as production and post-production houses around the world.Senior Vice President, Global Network Services, Tata Communications, Genius Wong said, 'At Tata Communications we have always focused on giving our media customers access to key media hotspots for delivery of broadcast quality video for contribution and distribution across the globe. This extension of Video Connect reach, together with our existing presence in South Africa and our global Video network, will further enhance the value proposition for our customers, allowing the distribution of premium broadcast quality content into and out of Africa.'CEO of MainOne, Funke Opeke, stated; 'We are proud to be part of this ground-breaking partnership, bringing new opportunities not only for Nigeria, but Africa as a whole. Our high quality fibre network, coupled with Tata Communication's international expertise and global network will open up a new world of opportunities for video coming in and out of the African region, as well as create new business opportunities for studios, broadcasters, production and pre-production companies throughout Nigeria.
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