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A1 Group and global media company SPI International have entered a strategic long-term partnership aimed at transforming the way content is delivered and distributed across Southeast Europe. The agreement includes both the technical distribution of SPI's full portfolio of TV channels across Europe and the distribution of 14 TV channels and the FilmBox+ SVOD service to A1 subscribers in Bulgaria, Serbia, Croatia, Slovenia, and North Macedonia.

Under this partnership, A1 Group becomes SPI International’s central technology distribution partner in Europe, managing content transcoding, encryption, and satellite uplink via Eutelsat 16A, a pivotal orbital position for broadcasters across the EMEA region. “This partnership brings together world-class content and best-in-class technical service – creating a powerhouse for premium TV experiences across the region,” said Elena Petrova, Head of Group Content, Broadcasting & Media Solutions at A1 Group. “We are pleased to extend this trusted relationship and continue delivering seamless, high-quality entertainment for audiences throughout Europe.”

The deal covers SPI’s full range of linear TV channels, including its flagship brands:
FilmBox: with six film-dedicated channels (FilmBox, FilmBox Premium, Extra, Stars, Family, and Arthouse)
DIZI: a fan-favorite for Turkish drama lovers
Thematic channels such as DocuBox, FashionBox, Fast&FunBox, FightBox, FunBox UHD, and Gametoon
Additionally, the agreement enhances the reach of FilmBox+, SPI’s SVOD platform offering a rich catalog of on-demand content and themed linear channels, providing a curated and immersive entertainment experience for diverse audiences.

“At SPI International, we believe great content deserves an equally great platform,” said Erwan Luherne, Managing Director at SPI International. “Partnering with A1 Group allows us to bring our entertainment offering to a broader audience with greater efficiency and scale. It’s a key milestone in our mission to make premium content more accessible and affordable.”

This strategic alliance strengthens A1 Group’s position as a regional leader in media solutions, offering a robust and innovative platform to global content partners, while streamlining SPI’s content distribution across Europe’s dynamic media markets.