24.11.2008

Streaming Tank to provide web TV coverage of Televisionaries event

Streaming Tank, one of the U.K’s leading providers of Web TV services are delighted to announce their webcasting of the forthcoming ‘Televisionaries’ event, hosted by television marketing body, Thinkbox.

The event takes place on Thursday 20th November at Marylebone Road, London with leaders from TV and advertising gathering to give their visions of the future of commercial television, and what implications this will have on both viewers and brands.

Those speaking will include some notable figures from the media, including GMTV presenter John Stapleton and Channel 4 news anchor Krishnan Guru-Murthy. It will also include a forum for discussion and debate, where delegates will examine the effects of television and what it means for viewers and brands.

Streaming Tank, in partnership with established brand experience agency Sledge, will offer live web TV coverage for those who are unable to attend. Director James Wilkinson commented by saying:

“With some of the biggest names in the world of television, this is sure to be a fantastic event. We are delighted to be involved in providing a web TV stream to allow those who cannot be there in person to watch the event live over the internet.”

Speaking of the event, Thinkbox Chief Executive Tess Alps had this to say:

"This is about getting a dialogue going between the two major industries, who will need to work together to deliver to consumers the TV they want, whatever the technology. There will be proper debate on the stage with the invitees encouraged to take part.”

Users can access live video streaming of the event by visiting http://www.thinkbox.tv