British Forces Broadcasting Service (BFBS)

The British Forces Broadcasting Service (BFBS), a privately owned company headquartered in the UK, provides radio and television programming to British Armed Forces personnel and their families globally. Established in 1943 by the British War Office, BFBS operates independently of the Ministry of Defence and the armed forces, maintaining editorial control. While originally established in 1943, the current iteration of the company was founded in 1982. As of 2023, BFBS employs approximately 100 people and generates less than $50 million in annual revenue. Its primary offering is streaming services.