Scripps teams up with Chello Zone for Food Network in EMEA

US thematic programmer Scripps Networks Interactive has teamed up with Liberty Global-owned content group Chello Zone to launch its Food Network channel as a joint venture in Europe, Africa and the Middle East.

Scripps will have a controlling interest in the joint venture, while Chello Zone will be responsible for EMEA operations.

Greg Moyer, president of Scripps’ international division, said the group had ambitions to launch further international ventures.