DAB+ platform in Saarland expanded ahead of schedule

18.04.2024 - Germany

In Saarland, the third transmitter site for the state-wide private DAB+ multiplex with 16 radio programmes was put into operation last week in Merchingen. The additional site improves reception in northern Saarland, particularly in the Merzig-Wadern district. In addition, the output of the two transmitter stations Schoksberg and Spiesen, which have already been in operation since the end of 2021, will be increased from 23 April 2024. This will result in a total coverage of around 82% of the area of Saarland. "With these measures, together with the platform operator Media Broadcast, we have already achieved our goal of also supplying the greater Merzig area with digital private radio programmes two years earlier than originally planned," says Ruth Meyer, Director of the Saarland State Media Authority.

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