[Satellite TODAY 12-12-12] Intelsat is working with AMC Networks to donate satellite distribution services for the "12-12-12" Hurricane Sandy relief concert in New York City, the satellite service provider announced Dec. 12.
Intelsat’s capacity will be provided via its Galaxy 17, Intelsat 11 and Intelsat 805 satellites, reaching viewers viewership across North and South America. "12-12-12" will be distributed to nearly two billion people worldwide through television feeds, radio and online streaming, available to 114 million television households in the United States and to over 400 million television homes outside the country via networks and feeds in North America, South America, Europe, Africa, Asia and Australia.
"It is an honor to support this event through our donation of satellite capacity, which will directly assist those impacted by the devastation caused by Hurricane Sandy," Intelsat Senior Vice President of Global Sales Kurt Riegelman said in a statement. "Intelsat has a long history of providing support in times of need, and we hope that through this donation, more people will tune in and come forward with their generous contributions."
All proceeds from ticket purchases and donations will go to the Robin Hood Relief Fund to serve the Hurricane Sandy victims.
