SES, SNI Sign Distribution Deal Using SES-1, SES-3

Scripps Network Interactive and SES signed a deal to expand and move Scripps' North American distribution platform to a pair of SES space stations near the center of the orbital arc over North America, the satellite company said in a news release Wednesday. According to SES, SES-1 at 101 degrees west will deliver Scripps's HD content, while SES-3 at 103 degrees west will help in distribution of standard definition feeds.