NGC HD to Air in Switzerland, Austria

WASHINGTON D.C., May 9:
National Geographic Channels International (NGCI) has expanded its reach with
the launch of National Geographic Channel HD (NGC HD) in Austria and
Switzerland.

Starting this month, the
channel will be available in both countries through the UPV digital cable
networks. The high-definition channel is currently on air in the U.S., U.K.,
Ireland, France, Italy, Canada, Singapore, Japan, the Netherlands, Belgium,
Poland, Sweden, Norway, Portugal and Denmark, with further global rollouts
expected.

“We are extremely pleased
that our viewers in Austria and Switzerland will now be able to experience the
fascinating world of NGC HD,” said David Haslingden, the CEO of NGCI. “National Geographic Channel HD
is television at its best, brilliantly showcasing our documentaries’ stunning
imagery in a way that viewers expect from National Geographic.”

—By Kristin
Brzoznowski