Tata Communications Extends Video Connect Reach in Americas with Hibernia Media Partnership

Mumbai – April 12, 2010 – Tata Communications, a leading provider of the new world of communications, and Hibernia Media, a leading service provider for video transport and managed video services, today announced that they have partnered to provide a global solution for delivery of media services.

The alliance enables Tata Communications and Hibernia Media to increase their reach of end-to-end video solutions by making 125 media venues in the Americas available to Tata’s 12 Video Connect nodes globally. The two brands will share each other’s networks and customers will benefit from pre-connected venues that include major teleports, Cable and Satellite TV head ends, sporting venues, news outlets and broadcasters.

Julian Wheeler, Vice President of Global Media and Entertainment Solutions (GMES), Tata Communications, says: “Our global video network continues to grow, both in reach and in the selection of on-demand services. We are working with global partners to enhance the reach and depth of our media and entertainment products and solutions. Hibernia Media is the ideal partner for us in the Americas because of its devotion to and track record of delivering the highest quality video and managed services to its customers.”

The alliance will bring customers faster and easier rollout of video delivery both on a permanent as well as an occasional basis. In particular, the alliance integrates seamless communication between both companies so that global customers can book video connections during major events.

Delwin Bothof, President of Hibernia Media, says: “We are excited to be partnering with Tata Communications and adding their Video Connect service to our broad portfolio of video solutions. This is one of the strongest partnerships in the industry and represents our shared vision for providing managed video solutions on a global scale. This alliance opens the door for owners of content around the world, whether in Asia, the Middle East, or Africa, to more effectively reach