In a move designed to “modernize and future-proof” content distribution and contribution across more than 330 member stations, PBS has signed an agreement with LTN making the IP-based video transport and network firm its in-the-cloud video provider.
Under the multi-year agreement, LTN will implement a fully managed IP network, providing end-to-end connectivity, ISP services, and two-way video transport across all station locations and service sites.
The LTN Network will support distribution of public television content, including PBS East and PBS West feeds, PBS KIDS, Create, NHK World, and FNX — with the ability to deliver up to nine linear feeds to PBS member stations. The platform will also enable content sharing among stations and support station contribution workflows for regional and national distribution of locally produced content. In addition, LTN will power contribution workflows for OTT distribution platforms, PBS Platforms including pbs.org and PBS Digital.
The deployment will begin immediately and continue through the end of 2026.
Dana Golub, Vice President of Strategic Infrastructure Initiatives at PBS, commented, “Moving to a scalable, IP-based infrastructure will increase reliability, reduce costs, and enable new opportunities for content sharing, collaboration, and audience reach across the entire PBS system.”
