Thema opens Russian office

France-based channels distributor Thema has opened an office in Moscow.

Natalya Kabikova has been appointed managing director of the Russian office and will be assisted by two colleagues to handle commercial and marketing activities. She will report to Patrick Rivet, Thema’s vice-president international development.

The new office will handle the distribution of TV5 Monde in Russian territories as well as other thematic channels.

Thema opened offices in Singapore and New York last year.