Country Information for DAB, DAB+ and DMB - Malta
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BBC World Service on DAB+ in Malta (06-10-2008)
Malta is one of the first countries in Europe to adopt the new DAB standard, the most recent addition to the DAB family already in use across Europe. ...Read more...
Country Update from Malta
14-03-2008
In early 2006, the Malta Communications Authority awarded the country’s four terrestrial DAB frequencies. Coverage is expected to reach 95% of the Maltese Islands, and the licence runs for eight years, subject to review after six. The operator, DIGI B, expects to adopt DAB+ for audio services and Eureka 147 standards for mobile TV services. DAB+ commercial rollout is expected by mid 2008.
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Last update: 03-09-2008
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DigiB Network has now started DAB+ trials. It is broadcasting on Block 6A and carrying 20 services. The commercial launch is planned for October 2008, when the number of services will be increased to 30. EPG/DLS and SLS will all become part of the service. The network has one transmitter site, that can cover most of Malta's population of 400,000 inhabitants.
These developments follow on from the licence that was awarded by the Malta Communications Authority in 2006. The country’s four terrestrial DAB frequencies are expected to reach 95% coverage and the licences run for eight years, subject to review after six.
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http://www.digibnetwork.com/