TUES PM Krypton Factor comes back with new host

Nov 25 2008 By Andrew Jackson

The show saw contestants tested on their memory, logic and general knowledge - before facing the famous army assault course with its dramatic rope swing finish.

The assault course is back for the new series but ITV promised it will be more gruelling than ever.

All the challenges have been updated using the latest technology.

Michael Kelpie, executive producer at ITV, said: "To compete on Krypton Factor, you’ve got to be an all-rounder, you’ve got to be the best of the best, a combination of brains and brawn.

"Ben Shephard has proved himself to be one of the most versatile presenters on television and is the perfect man for The Krypton Factor.

"He brings a genuine respect for the show having grown up watching the original series."

ITV said the return of the show marks the biggest advertiser-funded programme the broadcaster has ever commissioned, being driven by a partnership with business software and services provider Sage (UK) Limited.

The show is part of Sage’s nationwide Business Brains campaign.

Working with ITV, Sage has developed a website www.trainyourbusinessbrain.com featuring extra footage from the show and Krypton Factor-inspired games.

The show is being produced by ITV Studios for ITV1.