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Italian home entertainment specialists get on board with Blu-ray Disc

The Italian Blu-ray Disc Promotion Group has announced the arrival of not just one, but two new association members – Medusa and 01 Distribution. Both companies have a strong heritage in the Italian home entertainment industry. Medusa produces and distributes […]

Sony showcases interactive BD features

Sony Pictures has given a taster of some of the special features appearing in current Blu-ray Disc releases Ghostbusters and Nick & Norah’s Infinite Playlist. Comedy classic Ghostbusters has been given a new lease of life on BD. In addition […]

Viral BD gaming with Bluscape

If you have a few minutes free today why not try your luck at the brand new Bluscape game, presented by the Blu-ray Disc Association. Bluscape comprises several different games, so there should be something for everyone, whether you’d like […]

UK BD sales continue to rise despite recession

Figures released by the British Video Association and the Official Charts Company have revealed that demand for Blu-ray Discs in the UK is growing, with sales at the half-year mark up 231% over the same period in 2008. Hannah Conduct, […]

Welcome to the official European blog of the Blu-ray Disc Association!

Welcome to the European blog of the Blu-ray Disc Association,¬†the group of companies dedicated to developing and promoting the Blu-ray Disc format. Here you’ll get the inside-track on everything BD related – from the latest player or disc launches to […]

Sony Pictures to release four new BDs in UK in July

Sony Pictures has announced its UK Blu-ray Disc release schedule for July and it’s a fantastic collection. First up is The International, out on July 6. Starring Clive Owen and Naomi Watts, this intelligent, stylish thriller tells the story of […]

Gladiator Makes Blu-Ray Disc Debut

The epic adventure Gladiator will make its UK Blu-ray debut on 7th September 2009 with European territories to follow. The Universal/Dreamworks co-production is one of Universal’s best selling DVDs of all time, selling over 5,372,000 million units worldwide. Director Ridley […]

Blu-ray boom in Benelux

The recession may spell bad news for the global economy, but there are positive signs for the home entertainment industry. Statistics released by international market research company GfK reveal that sales of Blu-ray Disc players in the Benelux region since […]

Sharp Launches BD-HP22H Blu-ray Player

Sharp Electronics has announced the availability of its new Blu-ray Disc player, the BD-HP22. The BD-HP22 is designed with full high definition and 1080p technology, producing a high quality picture. 24Hz video output means any on screen action appears smooth […]