Sky TV extends Optus satellite deal

Sky TV extends Optus satellite deal
Gavin Evans
By Gavin Evans Dec. 21 (BusinessDesk) - Sky Network Television says it has extended its satellite service agreement with Optus Networks for a further 10 years. The new deal, worth more than $200 million, will provide capacity out to 2031. The current contract expires in 2021. “The deal means that Sky can continue to ensure that its great content, particularly live sport, can be reliably delivered to 100 percent of New Zealand,” the Auckland-based company said in a statement on NZX. Sky shares fell 3 cents to $1.97. They have fallen...