Orange in rethink of publishing strategy

Orange has axed its customer magazine, O, and is to replace it with two titles, as the mobile operator seeks to highlight its links with entertainment.

Glow, which was launched this week, is aimed at high-spending customers and features celeb-slanted editorial about film, music and sport.

One of two versions of the title will be mailed to 500,000 customers on a quarterly basis, depending on whether they are a pay-monthly or pay-as-you-go customer.

A second, as yet unnamed, title, targeting younger pay-as-you-go users and featuring 'irreverent' content, will be issued as a trial in June.

Orange's sponsorship activity tends to be focused on film, music and literature. This summer it will be official communications partner for the Glastonbury and T in the Park music festivals.

It is also launching a Star Wars-branded mobile pack and tariff to back its sponsorship deal with LucasArts, the films' producer.

Orange has also put the multimillion-pound digital marketing account for its business division out to pitch. The account is handled by several agencies, including Craik Jones, AKQA and Full Six. However, Orange has contacted a number of digital and direct agencies to discuss its strategy.

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