1990day.year

British Satellite Broadcasting and Sky Television plc merge to form BSkyB as a result of massive losses.

British Satellite Broadcasting and Sky Television merge to form British Sky Broadcasting (BSkyB).
On November 2, 1990, British Satellite Broadcasting and Sky Television plc combined their operations to create BSkyB. The merger resolved intense competition and massive financial losses experienced by both satellite broadcasters. BSkyB emerged as a dominant satellite television provider in the UK, expanding channel offerings and subscription services. This consolidation reshaped the UK’s pay-TV market and influenced future broadcast partnerships. It set the stage for satellite TV’s rapid growth and the rise of subscription-based media models.
1990 British Satellite Broadcasting Sky Television plc