Vietnam current situation

Status trial and/or regulation

Last update: 30.05.2022 - older versions

DAB+ launch in Vietnam is expected in Q4 2022, following completion of trials.

Following an initial DAB+ trial in 2013, the second trial went on air in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh in October 2019. The Hanoi site was full time operation, Ho Chi Minh was part time. The objectives of the trial were to evaluate coverage parameters and test signal and sound quality.

 

Vietnam coverage

Population 97.0 million
Population coverage 4.3%

Last update: 08.09.2020 - older versions

Population coverage in Hanoi currently stands at 73%, while population coverage in Ho Chi Minh is 86%, according to the coverage prediction results.

Vietnam services on air

8 DAB+

Last update: 05.03.2021 - older versions

In this country there is

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.

Simulcast on AM / FM Exclusive on digital Total of services
DAB+ programmes 7 1 8

Vietnam details of trials

Last update: 30.05.2022 - older versions

Following an initial DAB+ trial in 2013, the second trial went on air in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh in October 2019, and has now ended. The Hanoi site was full time operation, Ho Chi Minh was part time. The objectives of the trial were to evaluate coverage parameters and test signal and sound quality.

Vietnam regulation and spectrum

Last update: 27.11.2013 - older versions

Key features of regulation for digital radio in Vietnam are;

  • Band III

The Prime Minister’s decision 22/2009 dated 16 Feb 2009 on the master plan of transmission and broadcasting of radio and television to 2020 is:

  • Separation of transmission and broadcasting of radio and TV with content production
  • By 2020: Digital technology in the transmission and broadcasting of radio should be applied widely
  • Infrastructure: Establishing up to five regional and up to three nation-wide companies to provide transmission and broadcasting of TV services

Vietnam overview

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