BBC Channels to Launch in Indonesia

BBC Studios has entered a pact with Telkomsel to launch two channels, including CBeebies, on IndiHome TV in Indonesia.

With CBeebies, Indonesian children can watch programming such as Bluey, Hey Duggee, Sarah & Duck, Go Jetters and Supertato.

Additionally, the deal between BBC Studios and Telkomsel includes BBC News, providing 24/7 news in English in more than 200 countries and territories across the globe.

CBeebies is now available on IndiHome TV via channel 301, and BBC News can be accessed via channel 816.

“Our mission is to bring world-class content to audiences around the world because at BBC Studios, we believe that stories have the power to start conversations and change perspectives,” said Phil Hardman, executive VP and general manager for Asia at BBC Studios. “This is an exciting opportunity to connect IndiHome customers with our trusted news coverage and award-winning kids programming for the first time. And we are proud to work with best-in-class partners like Telkomsel on this shared vision.”

Lesley Simpson, VP of digital lifestyle at Telkomsel, said, “We are delighted to have this collaboration with BBC Studios, as it reflects Telkomsel’s commitment to continuously strengthening an inclusive and empowering digital ecosystem for Indonesian society. By bringing world-class content such as BBC News and CBeebies to IndiHome TV, we aim to provide broader access to trusted information and educational entertainment for our customers.”