AMSTERDAM, Netherlands, Sept. 11, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IBC -- Chyron (Nasdaq:CHYR) today announced that Sky News is investing in 11 HyperX(3) graphics systems, together with a CAMIO Cluster Server and OMS (Order Management System) to fundamentally enhance the way graphics are generated and utilised for Sky News HD, which will launch in 2010.
Simon Buglione, Creative Director Sky News explained, "Chyron offered us the most comprehensive combination of design capability coupled with the flexibility in design and playout stages to cope with the high demands Sky News has for speed to air and adaptability of its primary platform."
The HyperX(3)s will be operational throughout the Sky News Channel architecture and full frame graphics. Working closely with Sky News, Chyron has been an important partner in helping Sky News transform the way in which it prepares, illustrates, creates and plays out graphics.
"Our relationship with Sky started back in August 2007 when we became the lead graphic partner for Sky Sports News," explained Michael Wellesley-Wesley, CEO, Chyron. "Many major networks and affiliations throughout the world enjoy the benefit of the Chyron solution and Sky News was keen to be the first in the UK to offer such a compelling viewer experience, whilst giving their operators the most intuitive technology to work with."
About Chyron
Chyron continues to define the world of digital and broadcast graphics with Web, Mobile, HD, 3D, and newsroom integration solutions. Winner of numerous awards, including two Emmys, Chyron has proven itself as a leader in the industry with sophisticated graphics offerings that include Online, Chyron's AXIS Graphics online content creation software, HD/SD switchable on-air graphics systems, clip servers, channel branding and telestration systems, graphic asset management and XMP integration solutions, and the award-winning WAPSTR mobile phone newsgathering application, as well as digital signage. For more information about Chyron products and services please visit the Company's websites at www.chyron.com, www.chytv.com and www.axisgraphics.tv (Nasdaq:CHYR).
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