WorldDAB Summit 2024
Date: 14th November 2024
Location: Zagreb, Croatia
Types: Conference, Exhibition
WorldDAB Summit 2024
WorldDAB’s flagship conference is taking place in the beautiful city of Zagreb, Croatia on Thursday 14 November 2024 09:00-15:30 (CET) Add to Calendar.
The WorldDAB Summit 2024 will explore how DAB+ can energise radio. You'll hear from experts representing all aspects of digital radio: broadcast, automotive and receiver manufacturers, as well as leaders from around the world in programming, creative content and marketing.
Get updates on the global growth of DAB+ and learn more about the latest technological developments, including the new Automatic Safety Alerts (ASA) and inspiring creative initiatives. There’ll also be plenty of opportunities for discussion and networking throughout the day.
Schedule of events:
Wednesday 13 November 2024
- Gala Dinner All colleagues (members and non-members) at the Esplanade Zagreb Hotel
- General Assembly (members only) at the Hilton Garden Inn Zagreb-Radnicka
- Gala Dinner (members and non-members) at the Esplanade Zagreb Hotel
Thursday 14 November 2024
- WorldDAB Summit 2024 (members and non-members) at the Hilton Garden Inn Zagreb-Radnicka
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Exhibitors |
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Jacqueline Bierhorst
President, WorldDAB, and Project Director, Digital Radio NL
Jacqueline Bierhorst has been a pioneer in commercial radio since 1987, specialised in distribution, marketing, and content. She has a strong track record in launching and leading successful commercial television and radio channels in The Netherlands and Belgium. From 2011 until 2015 she was project leader on the roll out of the DAB+ network in The Netherlands and since 2015 she is project director Digital Radio NL, a collaboration between public and commercial broadcasters and the Ministry of Economic Affairs coordinating involvement of all stakeholders and joint marketing of Digital Radio. Bierhorst is owner of Jacky B Entertainment Solutions, Vice President of WorldDAB, a member of the WorldDAB Steering Board and an active ambassador of digital radio throughout Europe. She is also a consultant to the Flemish Government, Department of Culture, Youth and Media for the introduction of DAB+ in Flanders, initiating collaboration throughout the Flemish stakeholders on digital radio and country manager Radioplayer Netherlands.
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Lindsay Cornell
Chair, WorldDAB Technical Committee, and Principal Systems Architect, BBC Digital
Lindsay Cornell has worked for the BBC for more than 30 years, in a variety of engineering, editorial and leadership roles spanning radio, TV, and spectrum regulation. He has considerable experience in leading collaborative projects through his roles as Chairman of CEPT FM PT51, dealing with spectrum issues for programme-making, and as Chairman of the WorldDAB Technical Committee, managing the stability and development of the standard.
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Luka Duric
Vice President, AER – Association of European Radios EEIG
Luka Duric, born in Zagreb, holds an MBA. He worked at Konrad-Adenauer-Foundation as Deputy Manager for Croatia and Slovenia, and later as Spokesperson and Advisor to the Croatian President. Currently, he runs a consulting firm, is VP of the European Commercial Radio Association, and Director of the Croatian Radio Forum.
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Hervé Godechot
Board Member, Arcom
Journalist, Hervé Godechot joined the CSA in February 2019. A graduate of the Tours School of Journalism, he became a journalist and reporter for the regional stations of France 3 in Rennes, Nancy, Le Mans and for the France Outre-Mer network (1988-1994). He then joined the national editorial staff of France 3 as a reporter, then a senior reporter in the General Information department, then in the Economy and Social department from 1995. He was head of the Economy and Social department at France 3 (2000-2006), before be appointed editor-in-chief of the national editions of the television news, 12/13 and 19/20 (2006-2016). From 2016, he became editor-in-chief of the Economy and Social service common to France 2 and France 3, editorialist and columnist for France 3 and France Info TV, on which he also presents Eco Week. Since January 2019, Hervé Godechot has been editor-in-chief of special operations and columnist on France Info TV. Hervé Godechot chairs the Arcom “Radios and digital audio” working group. He is also vice-president of the “Publishing and distribution of on-demand television and audiovisual media services” working group.
Tomas Granryd
Head of digital partnerships, Swedish Radio
Tomas Granryd has been working for Swedish Radio for more than 20 years, holding various positions such as hosting, producing, and commissioning radio. For the last 5 years, he has been the head of digital partnerships, leading the work around the presence of Radio and Swedish Radio in connected cars. Tomas is also the Vice Chair of the Digital Committee at the EBU.
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Phil Kesby
Arqiva
Edita Kudlácová
Head of Radio, EBUEBU
Edita Kudlácová is the Head of Radio at the European Broadcasting Union. She works with public service as well as wider radio industry on advocacy for radio, especially focusing on distribution via connected dashboard. With the relevant international committees and professional groups, she has been developing work around live radio, relation of radio and podcasting, providing space to share, network and learn for senior audio makers and radio creatives, and also looking at innovation happening in the radio world today. Prior to joining EBU, she worked at Czech Radio where she set up the innovation team and developed a number of projects using new technology and innovating around audio content.
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Bernie O’Neill
Project Director, WorldDAB
Bernie O’Neill is an experienced people connector within the digital radio industry, Bernie has headed WorldDAB since 2011, with overall responsibility for the direction and management of WorldDAB activities. Together with her team and the global network of WorldDAB members she works to further the adoption and implementation of DAB+, the digital successor of FM radio. With a background in leadership of international trade associations for over 25 years, her career expands over several industries including radio, ICT, water and education. She is an expert at driving business development, delivering value to stakeholders, strategically aligning teams, and developing effective marketing communications. Trained in international business, she has held postings in London, Brussels, and The Hague.
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Gregor Pötzsch
Product Owner, Radio, CARIAD, Volkswagen Group and Chair of WorldDAB Automotive Working Group
Pötzsch is a digital radio native as Product Owner @Cariad entertainment, smart functions and gaming dev team. He is driving the Digital Radio Entertainment Future @Cariad for Volkswagen Group. Together with WorldDAB, RadioDNS and Radioplayer he connects the Broadcast Community with the Automotive World.
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Mr Carsten Zorger, Director, Digitalradio Büro Deutschland
Zorger is the Director of the German DAB+ digital radio marketing body - Digitalradio Büro Deutschland which oversees the marketing and promotion of DAB+ digital radio in Germany. Prior to this, he was head of marketing and communications at the German national radio broadcaster, Deutschlandradio. Previously, he was head of public relations at the Berlin-Brandenburg branch of ADAC, the German automobile association. He was responsible for corporate communications at ISP Strato AG, one of the world's largest web-hosting companies. He has extensive experience in the radio industry, having been chief editor and director of audio and internet at SWR3 Börsenman and managing editor at BLR in Bavaria.
Gala dinner venue:
Wednesday 13 November 2024
Esplanade Zagreb Hotel - Mihanoviceva 1, 10000 Zagreb
Time: 18:30 - 22:00
Dating from the 1920s, this lavish, art nouveau-style hotel is centrally located and promises to be a wonderful location for our Gala dinner.
Details to follow soon.
Gala dinner venue: Wednesday 13 November 2024
Esplanade Zagreb Hotel
Mihanoviceva 1 · 10000 Zagreb · Croatia
Conference venue: Thursday 14 November 2024
Hilton Garden Inn Zagreb - Radnicka
Radnicka Street, 21, Zagreb, 10000, Croatia
Accommodation:
There are plenty of hotels near the conference venues, which will cater for all budgets.
Click on the Google Map link, for a guide to accommodation in the vacinity of the hotels where the events are taking place. Both hotels have provided a delegate rate below, which are available on a first come first serve basis.
Esplanade Zagreb Hotel (0.5 miles from centre).
Superior room: Single €150 / Double €168
If you would like to book, please use the reservation link by clicking here or you can email: reservations@esplanade.hr
Hilton Garden Inn Zagreb - Radnicka (1.2 miles from centre).
Standard room: Single €158 / Double €170 (preferential rate only available until 17 October 2024)
If you would like to book, please use the reservation link by clicking here.
All prices are with breakfast and VAT included. City tax is not included and will be charged at €1.60 per person per day.
Get your DAB solutions in front of key decision makers
The WorldDAB General Assembly and Summit is our annual flagship event and brings together over 200 attendees from the international digital radio, broadcasting, electronics and automotive industries. It offers unparalleled opportunities to discuss the current issues within the digital radio industry and to create a better understanding of the challenges affecting the market.
Three reasons to sponsor, exhibit or advertise at this event
- Sponsor and exhibitor logos reach an audience of 6,000+ industry contacts via our online, email and social promotions for this event.
- Debut your latest products and services to delegates by placing an advertisement in the event brochure, showcase your current product (advert to be shown as a slideshow on screens during breaks), or feature your product as a banner advert in one of our regular marketing emails.
- An opportunity to engage with potential customers in a face-to-face discussion while showing them your products at your exhibition table.
Attendees include:
- Commercial and public broadcasters
- Chip, receiver and equipment manufacturers
- Network operators
- Regulatory bodies
- National digital radio rollout bodies
- Automotive manufacturers (OEMs, Tier 1s, Tier 2s)
Please book your place by Friday 20 September. Download the brochure for more information.
Sponsors and exhibitors
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Aldena
With over 80-year heritage makes ALDENA one of the leading manufacturers of antennas, RF accessories, and planning software for Radio/TV and mission-critical communications. Nowadays ALDENA products are installed in more than 125 countries and EMLAB software is used by Broadcasters, System integrators, Authorities, University. ALDENA offers high-quality engineering services: Antenna measurements, Network planning, OnField commissioning, and Training. EMLAB is a software tool for antenna design, coverage area, and the human body exposition to the EMF (NIR Prediction). A division for measuring and monitoring systems develops innovative EMF Measurement equipment: Meters, Probes, and Antennas.
AVT Audio Video Technologies GmbH
AVT Audio Video Technologies was founded in 1996 in Nuremberg as a manufacturer for professional audio equipment.
Today, AVT is a leading manufacturer of DAB technology offering reliable hardware and software solutions for small, cost effective setups as well as scalable, fully redundant headends.
By tailoring individual solutions aimed at the changing requirements of a developing market, AVT equips its partners with the technology necessary to shape the media landscape of tomorrow. While steadily developing new systems to connect digital infrastructure and broadcast, we also make sure to continuously improve our existing products by implementing new features to enable sustained use. All our hardware systems are DSP based to offer highest reliability for a prolonged lifecycle.
AVT has more than two decades of comprehensive audio knowledge and offers more than just DAB products. As one of the leading manufacturers of telephone hybrid systems and audio codecs, we are also able to realize cross-system integrations. The AVT systems, which are developed and manufactured in Germany, are deployed worldwide via national distributors. This gives us the opportunity to monitor global developments in broadcast and provide comprehensive solutions.
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COM-TECH
COM-TECH is an Italian leading company designing and developing high-end RF passive components.A worldwide reference, suppling products and services to customers in more than 50 Countries, COM-TECH main business areas are: Digital (DVB-T, ATSC, ISDB-T) and Analog Broadcast TV, Digital (DAB, T-DMB) and Analog (FM) Broadcast Radio; Industrial, Scientific and Medical.COM-TECH designs and manufactures Bandpass Filters and Channel Combiners, Hybrid Couplers, Multicouplers and Splitters, Patch Panels, Dry Loads, Rigid Lines, Connectors, Flanges, Elbows, Adapters, and accessories.
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DIGIDIA
DIGIDIA provides end-to-end DAB & DAB+ solutions for broadcast and test applications. The broadcast transmission range encompasses multiplexers, content servers, IP gateways for EDI & ETI, and road tunnel transmission/break-in products. The monitoring range includes professional RF receivers and EDI/ETI/RF monitoring platforms. All products are provided for both virtual and physical server platforms - Software and hardware designs are 100% done in house. Since 2021 DIGIDIA is part of the NAUTEL group.
www.nautel.com/products/digital-radio/dab/
DekTec Digital Video B.V.
DekTec offers a large selection of PC peripherals that, although originally designed for digital video applications, are also effective for DAB+ projects. Our product range includes test modulators and monitoring receivers, available in both PCIe and USB form factors, designed to generate, receive, and analyze RF and baseband DAB+ signals using our StreamXpert stream software. These tools are ideal for a diverse range of users - including broadcasters, car and equipment manufacturers, and testing labs - who are actively developing, maintaining, and deploying high-quality, standards-compliant DAB+ digital radio solutions.
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GatesAir
For over 100 years, GatesAir (a Thomson Broadcast subsidiary) has been an industry leader in over-the-air transmission solutions for radio and television broadcasters around the world. Our cutting-edge technology helps broadcasters increase efficiency, reliability, and flexibility in their workflows for a profitable and competitive edge.
GatesAir's Maxiva line offers the industry's most agile and efficient UHF/VHF transmitters and is globally recognized as the premier choice for DAB/DAB+ deployment. Designed for optimized power usage, maintenance, scalability, and connectivity, Maxiva transmitters are the backbone of digital radio and TV broadcasting worldwide.
Our Flexiva FM transmitters offer a wide range of power options, from cost-effective, low-power units to high-efficiency, high-power models. For analog or digital usage, stations across the globe rely on these renowned solutions.
For reliable AoIP/VoIP distribution, our Intraplex STL codecs are the industry standard. Our award-winning IP and 950MHz codecs provide rock-solid, always-on assurance with advanced analytics and control.
GSERTEL
GSERTEL is a spanish manufacturer helping Operators, Broadcasters and Regulators to identify and diagnose quality problems affecting the TV & Radio services in an efficient manner, with our QoS Measuring & Monitoing tools.
For DAB, GSERTEL will present the Portable Analyzer (HEXYLON) for troubleshooting DAB signals on the field and measure the coverage, and the RCS monitoring probe for a real time and 24 x 7 analysis of RF, ETI, EDI signals at transmitter site.
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ITEL Elettronica e Telecomunicazioni
ITEL Elettronica e Telecomunicazioni is a company specializing in audio processing and headend systems for the radio and television telecommunications market.
Based in Perugia, Italy, ITEL designs and manufactures all of its products locally.
Founded in 2007, ITEL quickly gained a strong reputation in the Italian market for the quality and innovation of its products. It was the first company to implement the recoding of alternative frequencies in RDS systems for FM radio and the first globally to integrate audio processing systems within DAB+ headend technology. Today, ITEL’s distribution network spans over 100 countries, and the company collaborates with major government organizations worldwide to advance DAB+ radio development.
Innovationszentrum für Telekommunikationstechnik GmbH IZT
Since 1997, the Innovationszentrum für Telekommunikationstechnik GmbH IZT provides equipment for digital radio systems, transmitters for digital broadcast, receivers for signal monitoring and recording, signal generation and channel simulators.
The DAB-specific product portfolio includes the IZT DAB ContentServer – a highly reliable professional broadcast system for DAB. It combines audio encoding, data service management and ensemble/service multiplex generation in one device. Its reliability has permanently been proven in numerous DAB head-end installations. In addition, the IZT’s signal generators and RF monitoring receivers are powerful laboratory tools, for example for DAB signal analysis or for the development DAB receivers.
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Media Broadcast
Media Broadcast is a member of the freenet Group and Germany’s largest service provider for the broadcast and media industry. The company’s core business includes the planning, set-up and operation of multi-media transmission platforms for television and radio on a national and global basis using modern transmitter, fibre and satellite networks. The focus is on terrestrial transmitter networks, and with more than 2,000 transmitters for FM, DAB+ and DVB-T, the company is the market leader in Germany.
Media Broadcast serves around 750 national and international customers, including public and commercial broadcasters, TV and radio production companies, cable network operators, media authorities, as well as private enterprises and public institutions. The company has its headquarters in Cologne and operates several offices throughout Germany.
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OIV
With more than 90 years of tradition and experience, Transmitters and Communications Ltd. (OIV) operates in the core of broadcasting and telecommunication industries in Croatia, providing complete radio and television broadcasting services (terrestrial and satellite), audio-visual content and data distribution, fibre-optic lease, co-location as well as modern media services (IPTV wholesale, TV playout, turn-key OTT, HbbTV). The list of our customers includes all national and most regional Croatian TV and radio broadcasters (public and commercial), telecom services providers (fixed and mobile), public and state institutions. The company headquarters is located in Zagreb with maintenance centres distributed in the larger cities of Croatia.
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Paneda
Paneda offers innovative and cost-effective DAB solutions: safety systems, broadcast networks and broadcast systems. Nearly 200 tunnels in Norway are equipped with Paneda systems. Many local and public European broadcasters are using Paneda DAB Head-End systems with a complete range of products including multiplexing, audio encoders, data insertion and content management.
Plisch
Plisch – The Transmitter Company is a leading manufacturer of DTV and DAB transmitter systems, founded in 1955 and located in Viernheim, Germany. We deliver innovative products and services to the broadcasting equipment industry – using our scientific and technological expertise – to give a clear technical and economic advantage to our customers.
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Radioplayer
Owned by broadcasters in 22 countries, Radioplayer brings together nearly 10,000 radio stations globally. Collaborating with automotive and tech leaders, we're transforming radio for connected audiences. Our goal is to empower radio's future through innovation and strategic partnerships. Our flagship products include Hybrid Radio Integrations in cars, an extensive app ecosystem and smart speaker integrations. Through the Radioplayer Data Platform and Insight Dashboard, we help broadcasters optimize content and business strategies. Through global collaboration and advocacy, we uphold radio's cultural significance and accessibility. In essence, Radioplayer leads radio's evolution, ensuring that radio remains a vital part of the connected world, whether it's in cars, homes, or on any device where people listen to content.
RF2Digital
RF2Digital specializes in providing automotive radio solutions that cover global radio standards such as DAB, DRM, CDR, HDRadio, AM/FM, and streaming radio. Our solutions leverage SDR (Software Defined Radio) technology, which can be seamlessly integrated into any automotive SoC. With a mission to surpass technical boundaries in automotive infotainment systems, we draw from decades of experience and research, striving towards uncharted territories of the future. As an initial endeavor, our focus lies on delivering comprehensive IVI (In-Vehicle Infotainment) system solutions.
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Syes
SYES has been successfully manufacturing Transmitters, systems and solutions for broadcasters for over 40 years with technology fully developed in-house thanks to its powerful R&D departments.
Together with multiple-standard high-efficiency broadcasting Transmitters (air/liquid cooled) and antenna systems, SYES has proudly developed and released a complete line of DAB+ transmitters which has been recently released in a state-of-the-art version for the peace of mind of all our customers worldwide. Come and see for yourself at WorldDAB Summit 2024!
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TRedess
TRedess is a company specialised in DTT and DAB+ Transmitters and Gap Fillers, counting with more than 28.000 transmitting devices operating worldwide in more than 60 countries. TRedess DAB+ portfolio counts with air cooled solutions from very low powers up to 5KW.
In the last 4 years, TRedess has become a key player in a large number of the DAB+ rollouts worldwide due to the very high efficiency of TRedess DAB+ transmitters plus also the outstanding performance of TRedess DAB+ SFN Gap Fillers.
Other main characteristics to highlight of TRedess solutions are: compact devices, flexibility, easy to use and operate, cost effective solutions for each scenario, full control of the design and manufacturing, top class quality control, support, etc…
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Xperi - featuring DTS AutoStage and All In Media (AIM)
Xperi, via its comprehensive broadcast technologies portfolio (including DTS AutoStage, AIM Radio Apps including the new AIM Player and AIM RAPID), is uniquely committed to support broadcasters in their special bonds with the communities they serve, enabling connections with audiences wherever they consume content, while simplifying and personalizing content discovery and future-proofing radio via a consistent and constant stream of broadcast-centric innovation.
When joining DTS AutoStage, broadcasters maintain control of their content in the car dash and gain access to end-user analytics. Broadcasters can join DTS AutoStage for free at https://onboarding.connectedrad.io
Travelling from the airport to the city centre:
By Bus: takes approx. 35-40 mins depending on traffic and costs €8 per person. Pay by cash or card.
By taxi: takes approx. 20-25 minutes and costs approx. €33 (price and time vary depending on location). Uber and Bolt both offer a service in Zagreb.
Currency: Euros
Things to do in Zagreb
Zagreb is the capital and largest city of Croatia, a country in Southeast Europe that borders the Adriatic Sea and the Balkans.
If you have a few hours spare and want to do a bit of site seeing, there is plenty to keep you busy. Take a look at InfoZagreb or TimeOut Guide to start planning your trip.
Below are a few attractions that the WorldDAB team are getting excited about:
Zagreb is famous for its museums and art galleries. One of the must-visit museums in the city is the Mimara Museum, home to over 3,700 pieces, including works by famous artists such as Rembrandt, Van Dyck, and Monet.
Tesla Technical Museum Nikola Tesla shows the development and application of technological advances. Along with its permanent display, it features special exhibits such as the Planetarium, the Apisarium, the Mine, and the Nikola Tesla study.
The Sljeme Tower is the visual trademark of Medvednica Mountain and the highest point with panoramic views of the entire city and the Zagreb highlands. The Sljeme Tower is approx. 45 minutes outside of the city.
November 13th | |
12:00 - 13:00 | Networking lunch (MEMBERS ONLY) |
13:00 - 14:30 | General Assembly (MEMBERS ONLY) - IN-PERSON |
13:00 - 14:30 | General Assembly (MEMBERS ONLY) - ONLINE |
18:30 - 22:00 | Gala Dinner - Esplanade Hotel (MEMBERS AND NON-MEMBERS) - 18:30: Networking drinks / 19:30 Dinner |
November 14th | |
09:00 - 15:30 | WorldDAB SUMMIT 2024 (MEMBERS AND NON-MEMBERS) |
November 13th, 18:30-22:00 UTC / 19:30-23:00 CET | |
18:30 - 19:30 |
Gala Dinner Networking drinks
Venue: Esplanade Hotel |
19:30 - 22:00 |
Gala Dinner
Venue: Esplanade Hotel |
November 14th, 09:30-15:30 UTC / 10:30-16:30 CET | |
09:30 - 15:30 |
WorldDAB SUMMIT 2024
Programme to follow soon. |
WorldDAB Summit and General Assembly 13-14 November
Register here for the Networking Lunch (members only), General Assembly (members only) and Gala Dinner (members and non-members) on Wednesday 13 November and the WorldDAB Summit (members and non-members) on Thursday 14 November.
PLEASE NOTE: The Networking Lunch and the General Assembly are for members only.
REGISTRATION FEES: WorldDAB members can register up to two delegates free of charge.
For more than two delegates, and for non-members, the following registration fees apply:
Non-member: €350
Member: First two delegates free of charge, additional delegates €175 per registration
An invoice will be issued once registration is complete.