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Czech Radiokomunikace temporarily interrupts DAB+ pilot - Telecompaper
20.07.2015 - Czechia Czechia
Czech Radiokomunikace is planning a temporary shutdown of DAB broadcasting from 20 July until the beginning of September. The reason is its preparation of new technology for the next stage of broadcasting and the evaluation of its findings so far.

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ZVEI Supports Germany's Digital Strategy
20.07.2015 - Germany Germany
Zentralverband Elektrotechnik- und Elektronikindustrie (ZVEI), the German Electrical and Electronic Manufacturers' Association, announced in a statement that it is in support of the German government's strategy for transitioning to DAB digital radio.

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CNRA requires regular consultation with community radio stations
20.07.2015 - France France
As part of new calls for applications for digital radio stations, the CNRA (National Confederation of Free Radios) have asked again for the CSA and Ministry of Culture and Communication to have regular consultations with community radio stations.

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Digital radio in Turkey - Interview with WorldDMB President, Patrick Hannon
18.07.2015 - Turkey Turkey
WorldDMB President Patrick Hannon is interviewed on his recommendations for a move to DAB in Turkey.

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Digital Radio+ Summer campaign launches
17.07.2015 - Netherlands Netherlands
Digital Radio+'s summer campaign to raise the awareness of digital radio listening outdoors goes live.

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Pirate Radio Pioneers Prepare For A Rewind
16.07.2015 - United Kingdom United Kingdom
The founders of pioneering London pirate radio station, Kiss FM, have just launched their soul station on DAB with the aim of conquering the airwaves once again.

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The new Fiat 500 in digital radio promotion
15.07.2015 - Italy Italy
During July,the new Fiat 500 with optional DAB radio is featured in a 50% promotion.

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70% of new cars now have DAB
15.07.2015 - United Kingdom United Kingdom
Ed Vaizey MP, Minister of State for Culture and the Digital Economy is set to announce that 70% of new cars now come with digital radio as standard.

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PN Eins planning nationwide rollout
15.07.2015 - Germany Germany
Dance station Radio PN Eins is planning to extend their digital radio coverage statewide.

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Minister announces 70% of cars now have digital radio
15.07.2015 - United Kingdom United Kingdom
Data from industry analysts CAP and The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders shows that the proportion of new cars fitted with digital radio as standard in Q2 2015 has increased by 28% to 70% compared with 54% in 2014.

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