RTL Deutschland and the Deutscher Drehbuchverband (DDV), representing the interests of German screenwriters, have agreed to terms regarding compensation for scripted prime-time productions, including a cut of distribution revenues for both finished sales and formats.

RTL Group has restructured the leadership team at its German operations, led by Stephan Schmitter, following the final approval of its takeover of Sky Deutschland.

RTL Deutschland started the new year with its RTL+ platform surpassing the 7 million paying subscriber mark.