NDS has been GBS' technology partner since the launch of the service, branded GTV, in mid-2007. The operator relies on market-leading VideoGuard conditional access (CA) technology, currently securing over 86,9 million active digital devices around the world.
Under the new agreement, MediaHighway Middleware and EPG will feature in all new GTV set-top boxes (STBs), and will also be downloaded to all existing GTV STBs in a phased upgrade starting in Autumn 2008. The technology will enable GBS to strengthen its GTV brand by offering a common look and feel across current and future STBs, as well as improve the efficiency of its STB maintenance and customer care operations. MediaHighway also provides a solid foundation for the introduction of future service enhancements.
MediaHighway is a leader in the digital pay-TV market. NDS Middleware has been deployed in over 83,1 million devices for pay-TV operators around the world.
Jon Bannerjee, NDS regional sales manager, commented: “We're pleased to be broadening our relationship with GBS, a company that is revolutionising TV viewing in sub-Saharan Africa. This new agreement will allow GBS to efficiently deploy MediaHighway Middleware and EPG to new STBs and upgrade existing STBs over-the-air, significantly widening the possibilities for strengthening its brand identity and improving the overall subscriber experience.”
