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Astro
AddedFeb 15, 2024
UpdatedJun 28, 2026
Astro

Astro

Public

Astro: Malaysia's leading satellite Pay TV service and All-Asian broadcaster.

HQ
Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, MY
Founded
1996
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Astro, founded by Ananda Krishnan on June 1, 1996, is Malaysia's leading satellite Pay TV service and All-Asian broadcaster. Operating under Measat Broadcast Network Systems Sdn. Bhd., Astro offers a wide range of mass media, digital media, and entertainment services nationwide from its headquarters in Kuala Lumpur.

Astro has significantly impacted the Malaysian media landscape, providing diverse content and innovative digital solutions. Notable figures include Chairman Tunku Ali Redhauddin and Euan Daryl Smith. The company continues to be a pivotal player in the region's entertainment industry.

Astro - Quick Facts

When was Astro founded?

Astro was founded in 1996.

Where is Astro's headquarters located?

Astro's headquarters is located in Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, MY.

How many employees does Astro have?

Astro has 5,567 employees as of Feb 6, 2024.

Astro - Classification

Ownership
  • Public
Technology
  • Digital Media
Revenue
  • Recurring
  • SaaS
  • Transactional
Customer
  • Consumers
Main Product
  • Broadcasting
  • Pay TV
Tags
  • Entertainment
  • Media
NAICS
  • 516000Broadcasting and Content Providers
  • 516100Radio and Television Broadcasting Stations
  • 516120Television Broadcasting Stations
  • 510000Information
SIC
  • 4830Radio And Television Broadcasting Stations
  • 4833Television Broadcasting Stations
  • 4800Communications
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SIC
  • 7300Business Services
  • 7310Advertising
  • 7313Radio, Television, And Publishers' Advertising Representatives