TelevisaUnivision partners with LTN for IP distribution
April 11, 2024
LTN, a specialist in transformative media technology and video transport solutions, has announced a partnership enabling Spanish-language media and content company, TelevisaUnivision, to migrate to IP-based video distribution. The long-term agreement provides TelevisaUnivision greater flexibility, scale, and intelligence in live video distribution with LTN’s fully managed, IP-based transmission solution, LTN Wave.
As part of the companies’ latest collaboration, TelevisaUnivision will utilise LTN Wave to deliver its full portfolio of 17 broadcast networks and cable channels via IP-based distribution, bringing an array of live news, sports, and entertainment content to viewers across the US, Mexico, and Puerto Rico. TelevisaUnivision serves approximately 60 per cent of Spanish language linear viewership across US and Mexican markets and provides one of the largest dedicated Spanish language streaming services in the world, ViX. By embracing LTN Wave, TelevisaUnivision enables the seamless delivery of channels with over 260 drops to local affiliate stations and MVPDs, while supporting distribution across OTT, FAST, and other digital platforms.
“TelevisaUnivision has always pioneered emerging technologies to fuel long-term business objectives and better serve our growing audience,” said Ralf Jacob, EVP, Global Broadcast Engineering at TelevisaUnivison. “We’ve driven a number of IP-first initiatives across our organisation to power more creativity and unlock more intelligent media distribution capabilities. LTN is a trusted leader and innovator in the shift to more flexible IP-based options, and we’re excited to embark on our next phase of growth with a future-ready IP technology roadmap.”
“Major global media companies are realising that fully managed, IP-based transmission has arrived — and the time to shift is now,” said Chris Myers, EVP, Chief Revenue Officer, LTN. “With the right partner, moving onto IP is a flexible, seamless transition that provides the necessary foundations to boost revenues and reach new audiences in a constantly evolving market. TelevisaUnivision is one of the most well-renowned media leaders in the world, and we’re excited to continue helping it embrace an IP-centric future that fuels business success.”