WorldDAB member focus: Teleradio PU

24.06.2025 - Teleradio PU WorldDAB Member - Azerbaijan

by Rebecca Keene, Stakeholder Relations Manager, WorldDAB

Q&A with Orkhan Karimov, Head of Project Management Department at Teleradio PU

Teleradio PU has recently joined WorldDAB as a member, why have you joined?

We know that the largest organisation in the world related to DAB is WoldDAB, and this was the first spark for membership. Of course, after getting acquainted with the privileges that our membership will give us, we decided to do so. Our main goals were to get to know your organisation, which has gained worldwide prestige, and the processes taking place in the world regarding DAB, to address inquiries to your organisation in this direction and receive answers, and to obtain discounts from companies with your support.

What market does your company support and what services do you provide?

Our organisation is the country's infrastructure operator and carries out radio and television broadcasting in the territory of the Republic of Azerbaijan. Our towers also provide services to mobile operators and equipment of other state and private organisations. Our organisation also raises Azerbaijani channels to the "Azerspace" satellite.

Can you tell us about your most recent projects?

Implementation of the 2025 phase of the project for the restoration of radio and television broadcasting in Karabakh and expansion of the coverage and quality of the FM and DAB network.

What do your customers value most from you?

Providing radio-TV and mobile services through our infrastructure and providing advanced broadcasting services for radio-TV companies.

What advice would you give someone considering deploying DAB+?

The transition to digital technologies is a requirement of the times. Each digital technology is a new quality and convenience. DAB technology also brings multimedia services and offers a number of advantages. However, before introducing DAB radio, it is necessary to familiarise the population with it well so that there are no difficulties with reception and no problems with further promotion. Also, in this direction, it is necessary to improve regulatory and legal acts and take incentive measures for entrepreneurs and the population.