Skybridge awarded Digital TV switchover contract

May '10 The Australian Federal Government has announced Skybridge (Australia) P/L as one of the preferred suppliers to deliver the Digital Switchover Household Assistance Scheme to eligible households in Regional South Australia and Broken Hill.
In preparation for the analogue TV signal switch off in regional SA this December, the Australian Government recognises that some people will need help to get ready for digital TV. The Government will therefore be providing in-home assistance to eligible households.
Skybridge, one of Australia’s leading technical services companies, will provide a scheme contact centre, equipment and in home installation services of high-definition set-top boxes and any necessary antenna and cabling work, if required, to eligible households.
Skybridge has been selected following a competitive and rigorous procurement process.
Glen Makin, founder and Director of Skybridge said:
“We are extremely proud to be chosen by the Australian Government to deliver this vital service and we are thoroughly committed to making the transition as easy as possible for eligible householders, so that they can enjoy using their new digital TV service, quickly and easily.”

Senator Conroy's media release:
http://www.minister.dbcde.gov.au/media/media_releases/2010/057

Pictured following the signing of the contract at DBCDE offices  L to R  Robert McMahon Assistant Secretary Digital Switchover Taskforce, Glen Makin CEO Skybridge, Andy Townend Executive Director Digital Switchover Taskforce, Lisa Cutts Operations Manager Skybridge, Paul Nelson Chief Financial Officer Skybridge.