Streaming platform Pluto TV appears to be is inching closer to an Australian launch, after a visit from global Paramount executives.

Maria Kyriacou, President ViacomCBS Networks International Australia, Israel and UK, and Raffaele Annecchino, President & CEO, International Networks, Studios and Streaming at Paramount Global were both recently guests of Paramount ANZ including at the Australian Grand Prix.

US-based Pluto TV is an ad-supported free streaming service available in some 25 markets including US, UK and European territories. Pluto TV offers a range of channels including Movies, Entertainment, News + Opinion, Reality, Crime, Comedy, Gaming + Anime, Kids, Sport and more.

Raffaele Annecchino, last week addressing local staff at 10 Paramount ANZ, spoke about Pluto’s ongoing success in the UK.

Globally Pluto TV has reached a total of 64 million monthly active users. Bob Bakish, President of Paramount Global, has previously expressed a desire to expand the service.

Paramount has been contacted for comment.