News
New board of directors of the SSA
At its extraordinary meeting on November 15th, 2011, the Board of Directors of the SSA has unanimously designated the new executive management of the society: M. Jürg Ruchti, CEO and M. Patrick Willy, Director human resources & finance, operating as deputy of the CEO.» more
SUISA distributes CHF 117 million to music creators
SUISA’s 2010 financial statements were approved by its General Assembly on June 18, 2011 in Bern. Last year, SUISA distributed CHF 117.3 million (2009: CHF 119.5 million). After an average cost-coverage deduction of 11.95%, more than 88% of SUISA’s royalty revenues were distributed to publishers, authors and composers of music. Géraldine Savary, member of the Council of States, was elected to the Board. The composer Xavier Dayer was elected President of the cooperative society. Link to press ...» more
CISAC appoints Mr. Olivier Hinnewinkel as Director General
BRUSSELS - JUNE 9, 2011 – CISAC, International Confederation of Societies of Authors and Composers, announces the appointment of Mr. Olivier Hinnewinkel as its new Director General. He will contribute to the recognition and protection of creators’ rights in a global digital economy. With 229 members - authors’ societies from 121 countries - CISAC is an international NGO representing about 3 million creators and publishers of artistic works in all genres including music, drama, literature, audio...» more
SUISSIMAGE Annual Report 2010
On 29 April 2011 the General Assembly of SUISSIMAGE approved the annual report 2010.» more
