Private Launches Adult Social Networking Service for U.S., Canada

BARCELONA - Private Media Group and Pilgrim Telephone have announced the North American launch of Intimate Connections, an adult social networking service that operates through instant voice messages.

"This new venture for Private expands our content offerings onto additional consumer delivery platforms," said Private COO Peter Cohen. "We are pleased to offer this new compelling product to US and Canadian consumers. With Intimate Connections, we will extend the customer experience, strengthen brand loyalty and create unique opportunities for cross promotion. Pilgrim Telephone was selected to operate the service because of their demonstrated leadership in telephone-based social networking services."

According to a Private Media Group press release, Intimate Connections "gives fans the opportunity to connect with each other, and to hear from Private girls and their friends." The service is accessible by wireless and land line telephones, and callers spend on average $50 per call.

"Private is one of the leading global companies in high-quality adult entertainment and we expect to drive significant incremental revenues in this new business venture for them," said Joe Sulmar, Pilgrim's SVP of Business Development.

Companies currently using the Intimate Connections service include LodgeNet, On Command, New Frontier Media, Playboy, Club Jenna, Digital Playground and Rogers in Canada.