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Last update: 27.07.2021 - older versions

Croatia's telecoms regulator HAKOM launched a public tender for the provision of a DAB+ digital radio transmitter network management service on 22 July 2021. HAKOM adopted a decision to announce the tender for the issuance of an individual licence for the use of radio frequency spectrum for the provision of digital radio network management services, for MUX 1. The deadline for applications is 10 September, and HAKOM will take a decision by 11 October.

In November 2019, network operator OIV and collaborating regulatory agencies decided to continue the ongoing DAB+ trial for a third year. Some existing services were switched, and public broadcaster HRT joined the trial. It was also decided also at that time to extend the network from five to eight sites.

Test broadcasting of DAB+ digital radio in Croatia started in November 2017. The Electronic Media Council chose 16 existing FM broadcasters to broadcast via DAB+. The radio stations chosen were: Radio 808, Radio Kaj, Sjeverni FM, Radio Koprivnica, Radio Istra, Antena Radio, Radio Zabok, Narodni radio, Radio Dalmacija , GOLD FM, Radio Banovina, Enter Zagreb, Trend Radio, Radio Martin, Soundset Trsat and Radio 10.

Last update: 11.05.2020 - older versions

Following a network expansion that took place in March 2020, population coverage in Croatia now stands at approximately 88%, and 53% for indoor reception.

2020 coverage extension map

Last update: 05.03.2021 - older versions

In this country there is

National multiplex: 1 Trial

on air.

Please note:

(a) These web pages are updated regularly to reflect current services on air, however they may not be exactly up to date.

(b) The logos shown on these pages are for illustrative purposes only – manufacturers and broadcasters are directed here for information on implementing station logos.

The trial is starting with the same bitrate for all audio services, 72kbps. All services are using 3A protection. The parameters are subject to change since this is a trial.
No separate data services at this moment. Just DLS; text and logo of each station.
OIV is negotiating with some of the broadcasters to put in SLS service, but it’s not in yet.
The ensemble ID is C201 (C for Croatia, 2 for regional coverage, 01 as first MUX in this area).

Operational sites:

Sljeme, 10 kW ERP, channel 9C
Ucka, 8 kW ERP, channel 11C
Ivanscica, 1.3 kW ERP, channel 9C
Vidova Gora (Brac), 5 kW ERP, channel 10A
Belje „Duro Podboj“, 5 kW ERP, channel 8C

A network extension was realised in March 2020. As part of the extension, the following sites went into operation:

6. Srd, 10 kW ERP, channel 10

7. Ugljan – Mala Glava, 2.5 kW ERP, channel 10

8. Psunj, 1 kW ERP, channel 8C

Coverage now stands at around 88% for outdoor and around 53% of population for indoor reception.

	Simulcast on AM / FM	Exclusive on digital	Total of services
DAB+ programmes	14	2	16

Last update: 10.05.2021 - older versions

In November 2019, network operator (OIV) and collaborating regulatory agencies decided to continue the existing DAB+ broadcast trial for a third year running. Some of the existing services on the trial were switched, and it was announced that public broadcaster HRT had joining the trial.

Currently operational:

Sljeme, 10 kW ERP, channel 9C
Ucka, 8 kW ERP, channel 11C
Ivanscica, 1.3 kW ERP, channel 9C
Vidova Gora (Brac), 5 kW ERP, channel 10A
Belje „Duro Podboj“, 5 kW ERP, channel 8C
Srd, 10 kW ERP, channel 10C
Ugljan – Mala Glava, 2.5 kW ERP, channel 10A
Psunj, 1 kW ERP, channel 8C

Last update: 27.07.2021

Croatia regulator launches tender for DAB+ network

26.07.2021 - Croatia

Croatia's telecoms regulator HAKOM has launched a public tender for the provision of a DAB+ digital radio transmitter network management service. At its meeting held on 22 July HAKOM adopted a decision to announce the tender for the issuance of an individual licence for the use of radio frequency spectrum for the provision of digital radio network management services, for MUX 1. The deadline for applications is 10 September, and HAKOM will take a decision by 11 October.

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A large number of cars with a DAB+ receiver are already driving in Croatia

19.07.2021 - OIV (Transmitters and Communications Ltd.) WorldDAB Member - Croatia

A survey by the public company Transmitters and Communications (OiV) and the Croatian Vehicle Center (CVH) showed that there is already a large share of vehicles with a digital DAB + receiver among newer generation vehicles, as much as 30.4%.

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Croatia expands DAB+ network, extends trials

19.05.2020 - Croatia

There are currently 12 stations broadcasting on DAB+ as part of the extended trial, with outdoor coverage standing at 88% and indoor reception at 53%. Commenting on the continuous development of DAB+ in Croatia, OIV CEO Mate Botica said “OIV sees DAB+ as the main future platform for radio. Our goal is to build a quality future-proof network and to start commercial services as soon as possible."

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Croatia renews DAB+ trial

14.04.2020 - Croatia

A DAB+ trial on air in Croatia has been been renewed for the third year running. As part of the trial, which is operasted by OIV, population coverage in Croatia currently stands at 88%.

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Croatia extends DAB+ trial

01.04.2020 - Croatia

Following the DAB+ transmitters in Srđ and Psunj, which went into operation in March, a DAB+ transmitter covering Zadar has now gone into operation. With the completion of the planned network expansion, outdoor coverage stands at 85%, while indoor reception stands at 52%.

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HRT's public radio stations in Croatia now on DAB+

31.01.2020 - Croatia

The radio programs of Croatian public broadcaster HRT (Hrvatska Radiotelevizija) can now also be received in large parts of the country via DAB+, marking the first time public radio stations are available on DAB+ in the country.

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Croatia enters second of year of DAB+ trials

05.12.2018 - Croatia

Croatia is going into its second year of trials with DAB+ with an extended number of radio stations participating. The council also extended the deadline for the call for expression of interest in DAB+ to December 14, 2018.

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Former Yugoslav republics to discuss the introduction of DAB+

23.10.2018 - Bosnia and Herzegovina - Croatia - Serbia - North Macedonia - Montenegro - Slovenia

Representatives of regulatory authorities from Bosnia-Herzegovina, Croatia, Serbia, Macedonia and Montenegro are exploring the introduction of DAB+ services following a conference in Sarajevo in order to exchange experiences and discuss the challenges for the future. While DAB+ in Slovenia is the only former Yugoslav republic already in regular operation, Croatia have been testing for the last year. The other Balkan states have expressed interest.

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Former Yugoslav republics to discuss the introduction of DAB+

23.10.2018 - North Macedonia - Bosnia and Herzegovina - Croatia - Serbia - Montenegro - Slovenia

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Connected Car Awards for Opel Insignia and Opel Vivaro Life

17.01.2018 - Croatia

he latest generation IntelliLink system, with voice command and an eight-inch color touch screen, is compatible with Apple's CarPlay and Android Auto features, bringing the world of smartphones to the car. In addition, DAB+ significantly increases the number of available radio stations that can be heard with quality reception.

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