Center TV

Center TV, also known as TV Center (TVC), is a prominent Russian television station headquartered in Moscow. It began broadcasting in 1997, succeeding the legendary MTK channel. The brand was established by the Moscow City Administration to provide a dedicated platform for urban news, cultural programming, and analytical content focused on the Russian capital and the surrounding Central Federal District.

From its inception, the channel has been an official broadcaster for the Moscow government, ensuring that its content remains closely tied to the city's administrative and social life. While its primary focus is regional, its reach extends across the entirety of Russia through terrestrial and satellite distribution.

Today, the brand is owned and operated by JSC 'TV Center', which is fundamentally controlled by the Moscow City Property Department. As a state-controlled media entity, it serves as a key player in the Russian media landscape, reflecting the official perspectives and cultural initiatives of the Moscow leadership while providing a range of entertainment and news services to millions of viewers.