National Geographic Channels International Announces Commiion of Ultimate Airport Dubai Season Two From Arrow Media

(WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 2, 2014) National Geographic Channels International (NGCI) has announced the commission of Ultimate Airport Dubai season two from Arrow Media, following outstanding ratings for the show's first season across territories in Europe, Asia-Pacific and Latin America. Ultimate Airport Dubai will air its new 10-part season later this year on National Geographic Channel in 170 countries and 45 languages.

In Ultimate Airport Dubai, NGCI goes behind-the-scenes of Dubai International, the world's second busiest airport for international passengers. With unprecedented access to all facets of this mega facility, the series follows some of the 60,000 staff working hard to keep it safe, secure, and on schedule. Season two follows the renovation of both the airport's runways - a tricky enterprise that has the airport operating using only one runway for several months with huge pressure to finish the build on time. The series will be at the heart of passenger operations, customs, the control tower and flight services to see how the teams cope during a particularly stressful and demanding time.

Ultimate Airport Dubai is a great hit for us, which rated in all markets. The show offers a fantastic blend of airport docu-soap and mega engineering show - all set against the backdrop of a highly modern, 21st century city filled with exciting innovation. The high level of access, which the production team secured makes this show different and we are delighted to have it back in our schedules, said Hamish Mykura, Executive Vice President and Head of International Content.

John Smithson, Creative Director, Arrow Media, says: We were thrilled to secure exclusive access to the one of the world's fastest growing airports. The success of series one demonstrates the audience's interest in compelling stories played out against this unique backdrop. Dubai is rapidly becoming the crossroads of the world and soon will outstrip Heathrow to become the world's busiest international airport. It's a fantastic creative opportunity with a compelling mixture of human interest and fascinating detail about the 24/7 operation of this remarkable place. We are delighted to have brought to NGCI such a global hit.

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About National Geographic Channels International

National Geographic Channels International (NGCI) inspires viewers through its smart, innovative programming that questions what we know, how we view the world and what drives us forward. A business enterprise owned by National Geographic Ventures and FOX Entertainment Group, NGCI contributes to the National Geographic Society's commitment to exploration, conservation and education through its six channels: National Geographic Channel, National Geographic Channel HD, Nat Geo Wild, Nat Geo Wild HD, Nat Geo People and Nat Geo Mundo.

Globally, National Geographic Channel (including NGC U.S., which is a joint venture of NGV and Fox Cable Networks Group) is available in more than 440 million homes in 171 countries and 45 languages.

For more information, please visit www.natgeotv.com.

About Arrow Media

Arrow Media is one of the UK's most ambitious creative forces. A fast-growing independent production company, Arrow Media specialises in creating high quality and innovative content across TV, film and digital media, from long-running series to big ambitious projects such as Live from Space, Ultimate Airport Dubai, Jumbo: The Plane That Changed The World, Dogs: Their Secret Lives and Kevin's Supersized Salvage. Established in 2011, the company was founded by Tom Brisley, John Smithson, and Iain Pelling and operates in the UK, US and other key international territories, where all three partners have extensive experience.

CONTACT

Victoria Kirker

Tel: +1 202 912 3204

Email: vkirker@natgeotv.com

Shereene Witter

Franklin Rae

Tel: +44 203 011 1023

Email: Shereene@franklinrae.com

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