MUMBAI: International television sports broadcast experts Sunset+Vine and Global Television has been awarded the host broadcaster contract for the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games.

The winning bid brings together two independent television production companies who, in their first joint venture as SVGTV, will capture the excitement and thrills of the Games for a potential worldwide audience of more than one billion people.

In addition, the appointment of SVGTV as the Games? Host Broadcaster will bring a boost to Scotland?s creative sector, creating up to 1000 job opportunities as well as providing world-class training for a new generation of young broadcast specialists.

Sunset+Vine and Global Television are both internationally renowned for delivering complex technical broadcast requirements for major international events. Sunset+Vine?s current list of live broadcasts includes some of the world?s best-known sporting events, such as the World Athletics Championships and the Grand National.

Glasgow 2014 will be Global Television?s third consecutive Commonwealth Games. The Australian-based company facilitates more than 2000 hours of television each year including live sport and entertainment, as well the legendary Australian soap Neighbours.

SVGTV, who will open an office in Glasgow, will be responsible for the delivery of comprehensive High Definition multi-camera sports coverage as well as full coverage of the Opening and Closing Ceremonies. The design, installation and operation of the International Broadcast Centre will also be managed by SVGTV.

The company will recruit a team of more than 1,000 production and technical experts to deliver the television and radio coverage of the Games for audiences around the world.

The Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games will take place between July 23 and August 4. Athletes, officials and visitors from 71 Commonwealth Games Federation member countries are expected to attend.