NTU secures broadcast rights to Euro 2012

20 September 2009 | By Adam Fraser

Contract summary

Length of contract: 1 year
Annualised value: US$22 million
Overall value: US$22 million

The National Television Company of Ukraine has secured the Ukrainian broadcast rights to Uefa Euro 2012, to be hosted jointly by the country and Poland.

NTU will broadcast all 31 matches in the tournament live, as well as running highlights programmes. The coverage will also be available online and via mobile.

"Uefa is delighted to welcome NTU as a member of the exclusive group of Uefa Euro 2012 official broadcasters," said Uefa general secretary David Taylor. "NTU is a leading broadcaster in Ukraine and Uefa is looking forward to developing together with NTU a unique viewing experience for the Ukrainian audience.

"Having the broadcast platform in place in both host countries at such early stage will be highly beneficial for the promotion of the tournament."

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