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Can FM and DAB+ co-exist?
28.02.2022 - France![France France](/assets/flags/fr-e71e32e8eecca7dcd3095a828e41bf83.gif)
In recent years, FM has been getting closer to its limits and in several regions of France, FM is saturated, meaning new radio stations cannot develop, and limiting the choice for listeners. In addition, many radio stations cannot be received in more remote locations. In response Arcom (the Regulatory Authority for Audiovisual and Digital Communication), issued licences for 25 national radio stations on the motorway axis of Paris-Lyon-Marseille, with the stations launched on 12 October 2021. Coordinating the entire radio ecosystem and informing listeners about DAB+ remain challenging, with progress too fast for some, and too slow for others.
(Le Drenche) Read more
DAB+ standard in 94 percent of new cars in Germany
27.02.2022 - Germany![Germany Germany](/assets/flags/de-f019892c041af467039bbe73df453b05.gif)
Since December 21, 2020, radios in new cars must be able to receive and play digital terrestrial radio, i.e. DAB+. There are now Europe-wide figures for the implementation of this requirement. In Germany, around 300 different regional and national programs are currently available via DAB+. The coverage of the entire network reaches 98 percent of the area nationwide, with the motorways being almost fully covered.
(Mobiflip.de) Read more
Nostalgie+ serves French-speaking Belgium 60's generation
25.02.2022 - Belgium![Belgium Belgium](/assets/flags/be-96296ae64d7cbb085a8ef80198dd6c73.gif)
Nostalgie+ is part of the Belgian commercial media N-Group whose other brands include Nostalgie, NRJ and Chérie. Broadcast free-to-air via DAB+, Nostalgie+ aims to entertain the growing 60+ generation, with hits from the 60's and 70's.
(La Lettre Pro) Read more
DAB+ coverage increased in Gdańsk
24.02.2022 - BCAST WorldDAB Member - Poland![Poland Poland](/assets/flags/pl-71565849aa0e8a6f892f1f8fd203a95a.gif)
Until now, the multiplex owned by BCAST was broadcast from a skyscraper called "Zieleniak". After moving to Olivia Star, the range should improve. The test broadcast in Gdańsk is conducted on the 5D channel and the power is 0.2 kW.
(Wirtualnemedia.pl) Read more
Paris Radio Show 2022 to take place 2-3 June
23.02.2022 - France![France France](/assets/flags/fr-e71e32e8eecca7dcd3095a828e41bf83.gif)
An event bringing together the French radio industry has been announced to take place on 2-3 June in Paris. Further details on the event are to follow shortly.
(La Lettre Pro ) Read more
Pure Radio commissions new research on radio listening
23.02.2022 - United Kingdom![United Kingdom United Kingdom](/assets/flags/gb-1674fbf6dc097793ed59ab21f9925986.gif)
A new study by radio manufacturer Pure says millions more Brits have turned to radio, regarding it as a trusted source of breaking news and instant information. And it’s the younger audience who are tuning in more, with 62% of 18-34s suggesting they are listening more than pre-pandemic. 27% of 18-34s are listening to the radio on a traditional radio device due to convenience, with 19% suggesting it is more accessible and 17% suggesting the sound is better than on other devices.
(Radio Today) Read more
More DAB+ stations than FM in Warsaw
23.02.2022 - National Broadcasting Council of Poland (KRRiT) WorldDAB Member - Poland![Poland Poland](/assets/flags/pl-71565849aa0e8a6f892f1f8fd203a95a.gif)
Five more radio stations have joined the DAB+ local multiplex in Warsaw. The National Broadcasting Council (Krrit) is running a competition for 12 seats on the nationwide DAB+ multiplex. New players may apply for a licence for a general or specialised programme, with the possibility to extend the DAB+ licence for radio stations with at least 8 stations reaching at least 3 million inhabitants. These conditions are met by several radio groups. Applications can be submitted until the beginning of April this year.
(Wirtualnemedia.pl ) Read more
KRRiT announces competitions on the nationwide digital radio multiplex - MUX1
23.02.2022 - National Broadcasting Council of Poland (KRRiT) WorldDAB Member - Poland![Poland Poland](/assets/flags/pl-71565849aa0e8a6f892f1f8fd203a95a.gif)
Two announcements by the Chairman of the National Broadcasting Council (KRRiT) appeared in Monitor Polski about the possibility of obtaining a license to broadcast radio programmes in the DAB+ standard on the national DAB+ multiplex (Mux R1) using frequencies in the 174-230 MHz range.
(gov.pl) Read more
New resource for small-scale DAB applicants
22.02.2022 - United Kingdom![United Kingdom United Kingdom](/assets/flags/gb-1674fbf6dc097793ed59ab21f9925986.gif)
A new Community DAB Handbook will offer help to any community media organisations, community businesses, and social entrepreneurs looking to apply for a small-scale DAB multiplex in the UK. The Handbook has been produced in the context of the rollout of small-scale DAB across the UK and the opportunity this new tier of digital broadcasting presents as a community asset and as a platform for community digital sound programming services. The Handbook explains the background to DAB, the relevance of community ownership models, and the new legal and regulatory framework for small-scale DAB.
(Radio Today) Read more
Radio Krakow launches DAB+ cultural station
22.02.2022 - Poland![Poland Poland](/assets/flags/pl-71565849aa0e8a6f892f1f8fd203a95a.gif)
Radio Kraków Culture is a digital themed channel from Radio Kraków, launched in early 2022. The new music and journalism station is for listeners interested in culture and cultural life in the Krakow region. The programme includes features on literature, fine arts, theater and dance, as well as musicals and films.
(Czech Radio) Read more