Channels
Formed in 2005, BBC Worldwide Channels' diverse portfolio
provides a global showcase for the best mix of British TV across
factual, entertainment, children's and lifestyle programming.
Since 2005, the business has grown from operating two small
channels primarily targeting the expat community across EMEA, and
an additional general entertainment channel in the US, to become
the UK's leading international broadcaster.
The business comprises a portfolio of thematic and composite
channels in the UK and around the world, some of which are
joint-ventured with partner broadcasters such as Knowledge
Network Corporation and Scripps Networks International. BBC America
is the single largest channel, reaching 71 million homes,
while the UKTV joint venture with Scripps Networks
International constitutes one of the biggest revenue streams
for the Channels business.
Wholly owned channels:
The following also air as HD simulcasts:
- BBC America HD (USA)
- UKTV HD (Australia & New Zealand)
- BBC Knowledge HD (from November 2010 in Australia and New
Zealand)
Joint venture channels:
- BBC Canada and BBC Kids (with Knowledge Network
Corporation)
- 10 UK channels with Scripps Networks International -
Watch, Alibi, Blighty, Dave, Really, Gold, Good Food, Yesterday,
Home and Eden