BBC Studios and CosmoBlue Media today announced an exclusive strategic partnership designed to significantly expand their footprint across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region and Turkey.

This multifaceted collaboration will see the launch of a brand-new general entertainment channel in the region, the integration of BBC Player into CosmoGO, and co-distribution initiatives for BBC Studios’ existing channel portfolio, tailored specifically for audiences in MENA and Turkey. The offerings will enrich the local TV landscape with BBC Studios’ world-renowned British programming, curated for regional tastes and delivering a culturally resonant and engaging entertainment experience.

“We are happy to partner with BBC Studios and bring their incredible brands and content to the MENAT,” said Berk Uziyel, Co-Founder and Group CEO at CosmoBlue Media. “This strategic collaboration reflects our shared belief in high-quality storytelling, cultural relevance, and platform innovation.”

“This agreement delivers on our commitment across EMEA to pursue innovative partnerships that harness the full potential of our brands, premium content, and portfolio of linear and on demand products,” Arran Tindall, President EMEA, Global Channels & Streaming said. “It is a significant step in developing a greater business across the Türkiye and MENA region that enables our compelling content to reach and engage new audiences wherever they are and across all platforms.”

“At BBC Studios, we believe that our success is deeply intertwined with the success of our partners. This new collaboration reflects our shared commitment to excellence and innovation, and we are confident it will elevate the presence of our entertainment brands across the market. Through joint initiatives, we will broaden the scope of our activities and deepen audience engagement with our channels. All of this is driven by our enduring mission to inform, educate, and entertain - now with even greater impact,” said Bartosz Witak, SVP and General Manager for CEE & MENAT at BBC Studios.

As part of the partnership, BBC Player - BBC Studios’ acclaimed on-demand multi-genre service featuring award-winning dramas, documentaries, and factual content - will be fully integrated into CosmoBlue Media’s flagship streaming service, CosmoGO. Launching in both Türkiye and the MENA region, this integration will allow audiences to access premium British content on-demand, anytime and anywhere.

“BBC Player’s integration into CosmoGO offers an exciting opportunity to reach new digital audiences in Türkiye and MENA,” added Uziyel. “Together, we are strengthening the digital ecosystem with curated experiences that elevate the viewer’s journey.”

Additionally, CosmoBlue Media will exclusively cooperate with BBC Studios on the distribution of the most popular linear channels. These include:

BBC First, known for its gripping British dramas. BBC First offers viewers passionate about British series access to the original, premium and best-loved productions from UK featuring an array of famous faces and created by award-winning talent. Unforgettable stories that challenge, immerse and spark conversations, told from a distinctly British perspective.

BBC Earth, offering awe-inspiring stories from the natural world and scientific exploration. BBC Earth seeks to inspire audiences by sharing the incredible wonders of our universe. The channel showcases the work of the world’s foremost factual filmmakers and it seeks to take audiences on a thrilling journey of discovery. From the smallest creature under the microscope to the limitless expanses of space, BBC Earth brings viewers face-to-face with heart-pounding action, mind-blowing ideas and the wonder of being human.

CBeebies, a beloved destination for preschoolers and families featuring joyful, educational content. CBeebies is a television channel created especially for preschool-aged children – a place where education meets fun, and every programme is carefully selected to support a child’s development and encourage positive habits.

The partnership extends beyond Turkey into the broader MENA region, where CosmoBlue Media will support managing the distribution of BBC First, BBC Earth, and CBeebies across multiple countries. This strategic expansion will ensure that audiences across MENA gain broader access to BBC Studios’ premium content across both linear and digital platforms.

This strategic alliance underscores both companies’ commitment to content excellence, regional growth, and innovation. It supports CosmoBlue Media’s mission to deliver diverse, cross-cultural programming to global audiences, while reinforcing BBC Studios’ ambition to expand its reach in emerging and dynamic markets.