Croatia

Last update: 18.07.2023 - older versions

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.

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.

After conducting a public tender, the Croatian regulatory body HAKOM issued a licence for the management of a DAB+ digital radio network to network operator OiV. The licence was issued for the period 16 November 2021 - 31 December 2036.

In February 2022, The Council for Electronic Media (VEM) awarded the first licences for DAB+ digital radio in Croatia. The national licence was awarded to Nacional News Corporation and the licences for northwestern Croatia and the City of Zagreb to Radio Tvornica and My Power Station. A call for further expressions of interest in providing DAB services was published in April 2022.

In March 2023, in the Official Gazette number 26/2023, the Notice on the intention to grant a licence for the provision of digital radio media service (DAB+) number 01/23 was published, for the following concession areas:

  • MUX 1 (Republic of Croatia)
  • DA0 (Osijek-Baranja, Vukovar-Srijem, Brodskoposavska, Virovitica-Podravska, Požega-Slavonia, part of Bjelovar-Bilogorska, part of Sisak-Moslavina)
  • DB0-DC0 (Međimurje, Varaždin, Koprivnica-Križevačka, part of Bjelovar-Bilogorska, Krapina-Zagorska, City of Zagreb, Zagrebačka, part of Sisak-Moslavina, Karlovačka, part of Primorsko-Goranska)
  • DE0 (part of Lika-Senjska, Zadarska, Šibenik-Kninska)
  • DF0 (Split-Dalmatia, part of Dubrovnik-Neretva)

Further DAB+ licences continue to be offered and awarded by the regulator.

Last update: 04.09.2023 - older versions

In November 2022, the national network (DAB mux 1) was expanded to 27 sites with portable indoor coverage of 61.1% of the population, 97.1% mobile outdoor coverage, and 93% for highways. Regional programmes have mobile outdoor coverage of more than 90% of the population of each region.

Last update: 17.07.2023 - older versions

In this country there is

on air.

The multiplex can carry national or regional programmes. Ensemble ID-s that are being used are CA01 to CA06 corresponding to number of DAB+ digital regions (various ensembles contain either only programmes that are broadcast nationwide (HRT1, HR2, Radio Nacional, Extra, Happy) or additionally programmes that are broadcast in particular regions only (Radio Tvornica in ensemble CA02)).

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.

Simulcast on AM / FM Exclusive on digital Total of services
DAB+ programmes 2 4 6

Last update: 18.07.2023

In cooperation with the Croatian Vehicle Center, network operator OIV conducted surveys on the number of DAB+ receivers in vehicles manufactured from 2014 to 2022.

The last survey had a sample of 22,000 vehicles and showed a result of 39% of vehicles were equipped with a DAB+ receiver. Based on that research and later data on newly registered vehicles. the estimation is that over 300,000 cars with DAB+ receivers are present on Croatian roads as of mid-2023.

Last update: 20.10.2021 - older versions

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.

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.

Last update: 20.10.2021 - older versions

After conducting a public tender, the Croatian regulatory body HAKOM issued a licence for the management of a DAB+ digital radio network to OiV. The licence was issued for the period 16 November 2021 - 31 December 2036.

 

Last update: 18.07.2023

In November and December 2022. network operator OIV has conducted a marketing campaign that involved Out-of-home advertising, web advertising and radio spots on FM stations.

Out-of-home advertising examples:

 

A large number of cars with a DAB+ receiver are already driving in Croatia
19.07.2021 - OIV WorldDAB Member - Croatia 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 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 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 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 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.

(mpdx.at) Read more


Traditional trilateral meetings RDC-OIV-ETV
28.10.2019 - OIV WorldDAB Member - Montenegro Montenegro - Croatia Croatia
The radio-diffusion center presented activities related to the experimental broadcasting of DAB radio in Sjenica, the start of which is expected next year, the significant activities of building new poles and replacing existing antenna systems, and the introduction of remote control and management of aggregates, which significantly affect the reliability of signal transmission and broadcasting.

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Croatia enters second of year of DAB+ trials
05.12.2018 - Croatia 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 Bosnia and Herzegovina - Croatia Croatia - Serbia Serbia - North Macedonia North Macedonia - Montenegro Montenegro - Slovenia 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 North Macedonia - Bosnia and Herzegovina Bosnia and Herzegovina - Croatia Croatia - Serbia Serbia - Montenegro Montenegro - Slovenia 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.

(Satellifax) Read more


Connected Car Awards for Opel Insignia and Opel Vivaro Life
17.01.2018 - Croatia 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.

(Auto Blog) Read more


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Key Information

Status: regular
Population: 3.9 million
Population coverage: Sparkline Graph 97.1%
Services: 6 DAB+
New cars with DAB/DAB+ as standard: Sparkline Graph 99%
Last update: 26.02.2024

Useful Links

oiv.hr/hr/usluge-i-platforme/oiv-dabplus-digital-radio/