Singapore, 31 August 2007 - National Geographic Channel Asia today announces that Nat Geo Wild is the official broadcast partner for the National Geographic feature film Arctic Tale. The movie will premiere in Singapore cinemas on 13 September 2007. StarHub subscribers on 1 September 2007 and visitors to the Singapore Zoo on 8 September 2007 will be one of the firsts to watch the sneak previews in Singapore.

Coinciding with the premiere of the movie, Nat Geo Wild will also present WILD Showcase: Arctic Tale specials on the channel (StarHub Digital Cable Channel 77) starting from the week of 17 September at 9 pm for viewers who would like to know more about the real wildlife in the Arctic. This joint movie and channel presentation on the Arctic will enable viewers to gain a deeper understanding on the Arctic animals and how global warming is destroying their habitats.

From National Geographic Feature Films, the wildlife adventure of the Arctic Tale, is narrated by Queen Latifah and follows the lives of a walrus pup and a polar bear as their beautiful icebound homes melts beneath them and they travel through the frozen arctic wilderness to survive. Giving a realistic and touching portrayal of how global warming is causing dangers for these creatures in the Arctic, the movie aims to create awareness about the pressing climate crisis and inspire viewers to be a part of the solution. Arctic Tale follows the success of March of the Penguins, an award-winning National Geographic Feature Films production.

Said Mr Basil Chua, Marketing Director of National Geographic Channel Asia (Singapore), "Since 1888, National Geographic is committed to the mission of exploration, conservation and education. Through this special feature film and Nat Geo Wild channel presentations on the Arctic, we hope that viewers will be inspired to care for the planet that we all share."

The effects of climate change are worrying - with potential increases in extreme weather conditions ranging from intense hurricanes and storm surges to heat waves, fires and drought. Even more unsettling, more than one million of the Earth's land-dwelling plants and animals may head towards extinction because of rising temperatures, partially due to human production of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases.

For more information, please visit: http://green.nationalgeographic.com/.

About Nat Geo Wild
Experience the best, most intimate encounters with wildlife ever seen on television. Backed by its unparallel reputation and blue-chip programming, Nat Geo Wild brings viewers documentaries entirely focused on the animal kingdom and the worlds they inhabit. From the most remote environments, to the forbidding depths of our oceans, to the protected parks in our backyards, Nat Geo Wild uses spectacular cinematography and spellbinding storytelling to take viewers on unforgettable journeys into the wild world. Nat Geo Wild is part of National Geographic Channels International (NGCI).

For more information, please visit http://www.ngwild.com.

About National Geographic Channels International
National Geographic Channels International (NGCI) invites viewers to re-think the way they see television - and the world - with smart, innovative programming. A business enterprise owned by National Geographic Television (NGT), FOX Entertainment Group and the National Broadcasting Company (NBC), NGCI contributes to the National Geographic Society's commitment to exploration, conservation and education.

Globally, National Geographic Channel (including NGC U.S. which is a joint venture of NGT and Fox Cable Networks Group) is available in over 250 million homes (including day-part households) in 166 countries and 27 languages.

For more information, please contact:

National Geographic Channel Asia
Angie Tan
Tel : +65 6325 3821 / +65 9696 2922
Email : angiet@ngcasia.com

Fulford Public Relations
Stephanie Liu / Pamela Wu
Tel : +65 6324 2533 / +65 6324 5302
Email : sliu@fulfordpr.com / pwu@fulfordpr.com

WILD SHOWCASE: Arctic Tale
On Nat Geo Wild
StarHub Digital Cable Ch 77

Polar Bear Alcatraz
Monday, 17 September 2007, 9pm

The polar bear is the biggest land predator of them all. So imagine being marooned on an Arctic island, with the highest density of polar bears anywhere on the planet. Two men are willing to do just that. And to this tale of survival is added the touching story of an orphaned cub which is forced to go it alone in a world of ice. Time and again, the bears test the men's endurance as they explore the majesty and splendour of the polar bear at its most wild and raw.

Realm Of the Great White Bear
Tuesday, 18 September 2007, 9pm

Follow the polar bears through a season in this Arctic wilderness. Discover how they spend time hibernating under the ice & how they hunt for food.

Nick's Quest: In search of Polar Bear
Wednesday 19 September 2007, 9pm

In real life, are polar bears the cuddly and sweet creatures we all know? Nick dons warm clothes as he meets these white giants face to face.

Polar Bear Alert
Thursday, 20 September 2007, 9pm

Standing some 10 feet high, often weighing as much as 1,200 pounds, and being able to run faster than the fastest man contributes to the polar bear's reputation as the most deadly carnivore of the Arctic. Explore the life and habitat of this imposing creature.

Battle Of The Arctic Giants
Friday, 21 September 2007, 9pm

Travel to the Arctic ice to discover more about the walrus which, despite being famous for its massive bulk and sabre-like tusks, remains something of a mystery to humans.