The Scandinavian distribution deal was negotiated by Lionsgate international TV executive Peter Iacono and Viasat's Mejlhede and Camilla Hardyment, Head of Viasat Free & Pay TV Scandinavian Acquisitions. About MTG Modern Times Group (MTG) is an international entertainment broadcasting group with operations that span four continents and include free-TV, pay-TV, radio and content production businesses. MTG's Viasat Broadcasting operates free-TV and pay-TV channels, which are available on Viasat's own satellite platforms and third party networks, and also distributes TV content over the internet. MTG is also the largest shareholder in CTC Media, which is Russia's leading independent television broadcaster. Modern Times Group is a growth company and generated record net sales of SEK 13.5 billion in 2011.