WorldDAB Summit 2026

Get your DAB solutions in front of key decision makers

The WorldDAB 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)

Download the sponsorship brochure. Contact the Project Office for more information and to to book.

Sponsors

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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 three 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.

www.avt-nbg.de

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COM-TECH Italia SpA

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 designs and manufactures a complete range of DAB passive components: Combiners, Bandpass Filters, Lowpass Filters, Hybrid Couplers, Multicouplers, Splitters, Patch Panels, Loads, Connections (including Rigid Lines, Flanges, Elbows, Adapters).

www.com-tech.it

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DB Elettronica Telecomunicazioni SpA 

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GatesAir

For over 100 years, GatesAir has been an industry leader in over-the-air radio and television solutions around the world. Our cutting-edge technology helps broadcasters increase efficiency, reliability, and flexibility for a profitable and competitive edge.

GatesAir's Maxiva line offers the industry's most agile and efficient UHF/VHF transmitters and is the premier choice for DAB/DAB+ deployment. With optimized power usage, maintenance, scalability, and connectivity, Maxiva transmitters are the backbone of digital radio and TV broadcasting worldwide.

From cost-effective low-power units to high-efficiency high-power models, our renowned Flexiva FM transmitters keep stations worldwide on the air in analog and digital.

For reliable AoIP/VoIP distribution, our award-winning Intraplex STL codecs are the industry standard, providing rock-solid, always-on assurance with advanced analytics and control.

AirWatch365 completes the picture with continuous monitoring, analytics, and operational visibility across the whole transmission chain, backed by the responsive, around-the-clock support that keeps GatesAir customers on the air.

www.gatesair.com/dab

Gsertel

GSERTEL is the leading provider of advanced monitoring and analysis solutions for TV, Radio, and Mobile networks, supporting broadcasters, operators, and regulators in ensuring optimal signal quality and uninterrupted service.

Discover our DAB/DAB+ solutions:

• The RCS DAB probe delivers 24/7 proactive remote monitoring of up to 2xRF, 2xETI  and 2xEDI digital radio signals simultaneously, automatically detecting anomalies to speed up problem resolution and maintain broadcast quality.
• Our newly launched RCS RADIO probe provides the same comprehensive monitoring capabilities as the RCS DAB, plus the added flexibility of multiple FM and DAB/DAB+ service configurations, ideal for supporting clients during the migration process from FM to DAB/DAB+ digital radio.
• The HEXYLON, our all-in-one portable analyzer offers detailed multi-standard analysis, including coverage assessment, interference detection, synchronization, and drive testing capabilities specifically tailored for DAB/DAB+.

GSERTEL’s innovative solutions combine state-of-the-art technology with ease of use to align perfectly with WorldDAB’s mission of enabling reliable, high-quality digital radio services worldwide, helping the global broadcast ecosystem meet evolving industry demands.

www.gsertel.com

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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.

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Moderator

Julia Nageler
Host - YouTube/ Podcast, BR3/ARD, BR/ARD

Julia Nageler is an experienced and popular YouTube and social media host. She is the female face and voice of the YouTube Show "DSDN - Das schaffst du nie!”, which has over 850,000 subscribers. Run and published by the young radio brand Bayern 3 (BR/ARD), it is a 360-degree, multi-platform entertainment format. Julia delivers engaging challenges and stories to an audience of over two million fans and listeners within the Bayern 3 ecosystem, driving engagement and conversion. Alongside her show, she works as a creator and editor for several other products and platforms. Her personality is such that she is able to traverse the realms of YouTube, radio and audio, and address Gen Z and a variety of so-called Digital Media Types (DMT).

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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 of 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, 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. 

Michael Brett 
Coimisiún na Meán

Michael Brett has spent more than 30 years working in Irish media, beginning his career behind the microphone as an on-air presenter before moving into broadcasting management. Throughout his career, he has worked with independent stations and major commercial radio groups, including Onic (Wireless) and Bauer (Communicorp).

Since 2024, Michael has worked with Coimisiún na Meán, Ireland’s media regulator and development agency, as part of its Licensed Broadcasters & VoD Registration team. His work includes broadcaster licensing, the five-year review of the Broadcasting Services Strategy, and the development of DAB+ in Ireland.

Michael has been closely involved in the current DAB+ trial and is now working on the next stage of development, including a DAB+ Licensing Roadmap involving public service, commercial and community broadcasters.

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Corinna Drumm
Managing Director, Association of Austrian Private Broadcasters (VÖP)

Corinna Drumm has been working in the Austrian media industry for more than 20 years. She has been managing director of the Association of Austrian Private Broadcasters (VÖP) since 2010. Before that, she worked for 12 years in the management of several Austrian private radio and private television stations, including SAT.1 Austria, Antenne Salzburg and Antenne Wien. Since 2019 she has been the Vice-President of the Association of European Radios (AER), a Europe-wide trade body representing the interests of over 5000 private/commercial radio stations across the EU27, UK and Switzerland. Corinna Drumm studied business administration in Trier (Germany) and Dublin (Ireland).

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David Fernández Quijada
Co-Founder, Research Director, South 180

Dr. David Fernández Quijada is Co-founder and Research Director at the Geneva-based consultancy South 180. In this role, he carries out market research, foresight and strategic projects for a number of European companies, including broadcasters such as Yle, Rai, RTVE and RPO, as well as trade bodies such as Broadcast Networks Europe. Previously, he was the Head of the Media Intelligence Service at the European Broadcasting

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Bernie O’Neill
Project Director, WorldDAB

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.

Gala Dinner (members and non-members) - Wednesday 18 November 2026 19:00 - 22:00 (CET)

Venue: K47-Wein - Franz-Josefs Kai 47 · 1010, Vienna

Delegates are invited to join us on the eve of the conference for a relaxed Gala Dinner at K47 Wien. 

With striking views across Vienna’s skyline, the venue provides a unique setting to meet fellow attendees ahead of the main programme.

The evening provides an opportunity for informal networking in a relaxed atmosphere, helping to set the tone for the conference that follows.

It provides an opportunity to connect with peers as well as take in the city from a remarkable vantage point. The Gala Dinner is an ideal way to begin your conference experience.

Register

Venues

• WorldDAB Summit 2026 venue: Meliá Vienna, Donau-City-Straße 7 1220, Vienna
• WorldDAB Gala Dinner venue: K47 Wien, Franz-Josefs Kai 47 · 1010 Wien

Between the Conference and Gala Dinner

Accommodation

WorldDAB have a preferential rate at the conference hotel - Meliá Vienna for 40 single occupancy rooms, available on a first come first served basis - early booking is recommended.

Use the link below to book:
https://events.melia.com/en/events/melia-vienna/World-DAB-2026

Price: €229 (includes taxes and surcharges, breakfast buffet, Wifi, access to the hotel gym)

Contact: +43 190 104 2003 / melia.vienna@melia.com
Check-in 15:00 / Check-out 12:00

Conference venue: Meliá Vienna - Hotels - Google map

Contact: +43 190 104 2003 / melia.vienna@melia.com
Check-in 15:00 / Check-out 12:00

Vienna has a large number of hotels to suit all budgets, below are a selection chosen by promiximity only:

• Motel One Wien-Donau City  (2 mins walk)
• A by Adina Vienna (6 mins walk)
• Hotel Mercure Vienna First (17 mins public transport)
• Hotel NH Danube City (18 mins walk)
• Novotel Suites Wien City Donau (24 mins walk)
• voco Vienna Prater by IHG (26 mins walk)

Gala Dinner venue: K47 Wien - Hotels - Google map

Getting around Vienna

Vienna has an excellent, safe and reliable public transport network, making it easy to travel between the conference venue, social events and the city's many attractions. The network includes the underground (U-Bahn), trams, buses and suburban rail (S-Bahn), with frequent services operating throughout the day.

At a glance

• Airport to Meliá Vienna: Approximately 20–30 minutes by taxi or around 30–40 minutes by public transport.
• Excellent public transport: U-Bahn, trams, buses and S-Bahn provide fast and convenient travel across the city.
• Conference to Gala Dinner (K47 Wien): Approximately 10–15 minutes by taxi or around 20 minutes by public transport.
• Walkable city: Many of Vienna's attractions are within easy walking distance of one another.

Travelling from Vienna International Airport

The conference venue, Meliá Vienna, is conveniently located for arrivals from Vienna International Airport (VIE). There are several easy transport options:

• By Rail: The City Airport Train (CAT), Railjet and S-Bahn services all provide fast connections from the airport to the city centre. From there, the Meliá Vienna can be reached easily by U-Bahn or a short taxi journey.
  NB - from August 24, 2026, to October 31, 2027, the City Airport Train (CAT) will operate a replacement service between Vienna Airport and the Wien Mitte/Landstraße station, taking approx. 21 minutes. For more information visit: Wien Info
• By Taxi or services such as Uber are readily available outside the arrivals terminal and throughout the city. The journey to the hotel typically takes around 20–30 minutes, depending on traffic.
• Pre-bookable options are also available, such as: Flughafentaxi Wien 24/7
• By Airport Bus: Vienna Airport Lines operate regular services to key locations across the city.

Public transport tickets

Single tickets, as well as 24-hour, 48-hour and 72-hour travel passes, are available and provide unlimited travel across Vienna's public transport network. 

Vienna Tour – ORF Media Campus Visit

Join us for an exclusive visit to the ORF Media Campus at Küniglberg, offering delegates a behind-the-scenes insight into Austria’s leading public service broadcaster. The journey to the campus will also include a guided sightseeing tour from the coach, giving delegates the opportunity to discover some of Vienna’s most notable landmarks and highlights along the way.

Upon arrival at the ORF Media Campus, delegates will take part in a one-hour guided tour of the facilities, with participants divided into two groups for staggered tour times.

Places are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Early registration is recommended to avoid disappointment.

Programme

• 14:45 – Departure from Meliá Vienna Hotel (punctual departure)

• En route – Guided sightseeing tour of Vienna’s key landmarks and highlights from the coach

• 15:30 – ORF Media Campus guided tour begins for Group 1

• 15:45 – ORF Media Campus guided tour begins for Group 2

• 16:30 – End of tour for Group 1

• 16:45 – End of tour for Group 2

• 16:45 – Departure from ORF Media Campus for the return journey to the city

• 17:15 – Drop-off at Karlsplatz for delegates who do not wish to return to the hotel

• 17:30 – Final drop-off at Meliá Vienna Hotel

Please note: Delegates are kindly requested to be ready for departure from Meliá Vienna Hotel at 14:45, as the coach will leave promptly at the scheduled time.