Globo closes a partnership deal with Cox to be distributed in Rhode Island

Globo’s international channel signed an agreement with Cox Communications, the third largest cable TV operator in the United States, for distribution in Rhode Island. Starting this month, Brazilians and other Portuguese-language communities in the region will be able to accompany the Brazilian broadcaster’s programming, which includes its famous telenovelas, TV series, journalistic programs and sports and soccer, transmitted 24 hours a day, totally in Portuguese.The significant presence of Brazilians and Portuguese in the region was the main stimulus for distribution of a channel with quality content from Brazil. With the agreement, Globo’s international channel will be available for subscription as a Premium a la carte option with Cox Communications. The company also offers cable, Internet and telephone services. This is the seventeenth cable/DTH/IPTV operator that has sealed a partnership with Globo’s international channel in the United States. The expectation is that, soon, Globo will expand to new regions.