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Last update: 25.02.2025 - older versions

On 13 February 2025, Turkey officially launched DAB+ broadcasts. 12 channels are broadcast from the Çamlıca Tower in Istanbul by Kule A.Ş. on frequency band 12C.

Abdulkadir Uraloğlu, Minister of Transport and Infrastructure, announced that they have switched to Digital Audio Broadcast Plus (DAB+) technology for the first time in Turkey. Minister Uraloğlu stated that DAB+ is a technology that offers a clear sound experience free from interference and increases frequency efficiency with its capacity to host multiple radio channels on the same frequency.

Underlining that there is currently no FM frequency available in Istanbul, Uraloğlu said, ‘But now that we have started DAB+ broadcasts, we have eliminated this situation. Thanks to this new technology, we will be able to provide 448 new frequencies according to incoming requests. Already 12 radio channels, both public and private, are starting to serve with this new technology. We believe that the number of radio channels that want to benefit from this technology will increase exponentially, especially after today's introduction ceremony, thanks to the service quality and energy saving advantage it offers. We will experience a crystal clear sound experience from the radio.’

Minister Uraloğlu stated that this is not only a technological development but also an innovation that will deeply affect cultural and social life and said, 'Of course, it is not a coincidence that we are taking such a big step in Çamlıca Tower, which is the highest tower in Europe with a height of 587 meters above sea level.'

Prior to this, TRT (Turkish Radio and Television Corporation) started DAB test broadcasts in Ankara in March 2002 to pioneer the transition to terrestrial digital broadcasting in Turkey.

DAB+ test broadcasts started in May 2017, and have been continuing in four provinces for about eight years using frequency band 12B. DAB+ broadcasts consisting of Radyo-1, TRT-FM, Radyo-3, TRT-Nağme, TRT-Türkü, TRT-Haber, TRT-World, Sada Al-Furat radios continue in Ankara, İstanbul, Bursa and Kocaeli. Due to a fault, these broadcasts were temporarily off air in February 2025.

Last update: 25.02.2025 - older versions

30% of the population of Turkey is covered by the TRT trial DAB+ broadcasts.

Last update: 05.03.2021 - older versions

In this country there are

National multiplex: 1 Trial
Regional multiplex: 1 Regular

on air.

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Last update: 25.02.2025 - older versions

TRT (Turkish Radio and Television Corporation) started initial DAB test broadcasts in Ankara in March 2002, to pioneer the transition to terrestrial digital broadcasting in Turkey.

DAB+ test broadcasts started in May 2017 and have been continuing in four provinces for about eight years on frequency band 12B. The DAB+ broadcasts consisting of Radyo-1, TRT-FM, Radyo-3, TRT-Nağme, TRT-Türkü, TRT-Haber, TRT-World, Sada Al-Furat radios continue in Ankara, İstanbul, Bursa and Kocaeli. A fault means these services were temporarily off air in February 2025.

Istanbul's DAB+ tower is 4 years old

30.05.2025 - Turkey

Minister of Transport and Infrastructure Abdulkadir Uraloğlu reported that approximately 2.3 million people visited Çamlıca Tower, the highest point of Istanbul, in 4 years. Emphasising the importance of the tower for broadcasting, Minister Uraloğlu said, ‘Currently, 100 FM, 16 analogue terrestrial TV and 15 DAB+ broadcasts are actively carried out.’ Uraloğlu also reported that with the DAB+ launch, the number of broadcasters, which was initially 11, quickly reached 15. Uraloğlu said, “DAB+ technology offers a more stable spectrum structure and wider coverage area compared to FM systems; creating new opportunities.”

(Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure of the Republic of Turkey) Read more

Digital radio era begins in Turkey

19.02.2025 - Turkey

The Digital Radio Broadcasting Technology DAB+ launch, which symbolises Turkey's digital transformation in radio broadcasting, was held at Çamlıca Tower in the heart of Istanbul, under the leadership of the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure and hosted by PTT Kule A.Ş. The launch was attended by Turkey's leading radio channels, as well as the presidents and delegations of TVYD, RATEM, URYAD. PTT General Manager Dr Hakan Gülten pointed out the advantages offered by Digital Radio Broadcasting Technology DAB+ and said: ‘Thanks to DAB+ technology, which redefines the radio listening experience in the modern digital age, we will offer a high quality, uninterrupted, efficient and wide coverage service in radio broadcasts.’

(Çamlıca Kulesi) Read more

Turkey transitions to DAB+

17.02.2025 - Turkey

Turkey’s Minister of Transport and Infrastructure, Abdulkadir Uraloğlu, announced the country’s transition to DAB+ technology. DAB+ offers a significant technological upgrade over analog FM, Uraloğlu said, delivering clearer audio while optimizing spectrum use. “Beyond sound quality, DAB+ enriches the listening experience with additional content such as text, images and live traffic updates. It also supports sustainability by reducing energy consumption. A single DAB+ transmitter can carry 16 channels using just 12.2 kW, compared to FM’s 128 kW for the same number of channels, cutting energy use by 90% and lowering carbon emissions.”

(RedTech) Read more

448 new radio frequencies for Istanbul as DAB+ launches in Turkey

13.02.2025 - Turkey

Abdulkadir Uraloğlu, Minister of Transport and Infrastructure, announced that they have switched to DAB+ technology for the first time in Turkey. Minister Uraloğlu stated that DAB+ is a technology that offers a clear sound experience free from interference and increases frequency efficiency with its capacity to host multiple radio channels on the same frequency. Underlining that there are currently no FM frequencies available in Istanbul, Uraloğlu said, "But now that we have started DAB+ broadcasts, we have eliminated this situation. Thanks to this new technology, we will be able to provide 448 new frequencies according to incoming requests. Already 12 radio channels, both public and private, are starting to serve with this new technology."

(Republic of Turkey Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure) Read more

What next for DAB+ in Turkey

08.03.2019 - Turkey

The Turkish Radio and Television Corporation (TRT), which has been trialing DAB in Istanbul and Ankara for several years, aims to improve the quality of digital radio broadcasts by moving to DAB+ broadcasting model. DAB+ will be expected to launch in Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir, Bursa, Kocaeli and Antalya in coming years.

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Digital killed the radio star: Norway completes transition to digital radio, shuts down FM radio

13.12.2017 - Turkey

Norway on Wednesday pulled the plug on its remaining national analogue FM broadcasting system, making it the first country in the world to transit to solely digital audio broadcasting (DAB). But not everyone is happy. Finding an FM radio signal in ...

(Daily Sabah) Read more

DAB network restarted in Turkey

15.01.2016 - Turkey

Turkish Radio and Television Corporation (TRT) have relaunched their DAB test, with two transmitters in Istanbul and Ankara, reports WorldDAB.

(Radio magazine) Read more

DAB goes live in Turkey

08.01.2016 - Turkey

Turkish Radio and Television Corporation (TRT) have relaunched a DAB test transmission with two transmitters in Istanbul and Ankara, broadcasting TRT Radyo1, TRT Radyo3, TRTFM, TRTNagme and TRTTurku on block 12B.

(WorldDAB) Read more

Digital Radio Seminars Slated for Turkish Broadcast Conference

12.08.2015 -

- Turkey

Seminars on digital broadcasting have been organised for iTVF, the Turkish Broadcasting Industry's conference and exhibition, taking place in Istanbul, March 1-3 2016 and helped by WorldDAB.

(Radio magazine) Read more

TRT Turkey looks to digital radio

07.08.2015 - Turkey

Broadcasters in Turkey are planning to digitise radio services. With the assistance of WorldDAB, several seminars have been organised by iTVF, the Turkish broadcast industry conference and exhibition, and with the participation of TRT, Turkish national broadcaster, RATEM (Professional Union of Broadcasting Organisations), and the regulatory body RTÜK – Radyo ve Televizyon Üst Kurulu – (Radio and Television Supreme Council).

(Asia Pacific Broadcasting Union ) Read more