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The Vinkovci kindergarten is now richer by as many as 44 DAB+ radios, worth a total of around 2,000 euros. The donation was made possible by Bravo Kids – the first children's radio in Croatia, in collaboration with partners from the technical sector, all with the aim of bringing educational radio programming closer to the youngest. Bravo Kids Radio's Program Director, Aleksandra Milinković Dadić, expressed her gratitude to the hosts and the City of Vinkovci for enabling them to continue implementing their goal, which is for all kindergartens in Croatia to listen to the first radio for children in our country.

With the launch of 29 additional digital radio stations, the total DAB+ offering in Austria doubled to 60 stations in summer 2024 and can be easily received by 84% of the population via antenna. Four out of five DAB+ users (79%) who have already listened to the new stations consider the increased offering to be a great or very great enrichment. These are the findings of the ‘DAB+ Digital Radio Austria 2025’ study presented on 10 April, which was commissioned by RTR Medien to assess the awareness and reach of digital radio services. “This year's edition of our study on DAB+ digital radio once again shows a high level of enthusiasm for the advantages and added value of digital radio among all those who are familiar with the service,” said Wolfgang Struber, Managing Director of RTR Medien, at the presentation.

Cellnex Netherlands B.V., which includes Cellnex Broadcast Partners, has officially acquired Radio Netwerk Nederland (RNN), part of N. Silvius Holding (NSH), as of May 15, 2025. With this acquisition, Cellnex Broadcast Partners strengthens its position in the Dutch radio distribution market and takes an important step toward further innovation and stability within the Dutch radio network. Cellnex Broadcast Partners is carefully integrating RNN’s activities into its network, ensuring that the existing infrastructure, including the recently established networks for NLPO, remains fully intact.

Digital radio stations Rádio Proglas, Rádio 7 and ZUN have expanded their coverage of eastern Bohemia. Now they can be tuned in DAB+ also in the Orlické Mountains thanks to the launch of the transmitter on Suchý vrch. This step means better availability of digital radio for the residents of the Pardubice Region. The transmission is currently in the testing phase. The new Králíky - Suchý vrch transmitter is part of the TELEKO DAB1 multiplex and operates on channel 10D with ERP 3,2 kW. Its launch significantly extends the signal range in mountain and foothill areas where digital radio reception was previously limited.

Italy's Confindustria Radio Televisioni has published a second edition of the "Radio Observatory", a comparison of the main markets in Europe. ‘This is a crucial moment for the completion of digital broadcasting networks in Italy, because the issue of the shortage of frequencies for local broadcasters is finally being resolved. The transition process, in which radio companies have been investing for some time, will make it possible to improve signal quality, efficient and more sustainable use of frequency resources, and an increased offer for listeners. A transition that is consistent with the development of the market and that, ultimately, leaves no one behind,' said the President of Confindustria Radio Televisioni Antonio Marano in the preface.

To celebrate the legacy, spirit, and reunion of Oasis, Radio X, home to huge indie and rock tunes announced today the launch of a pop-up radio station entirely dedicated to the band. A must-listen for any Oasis fan, this station is definitely not maybe the best thing to happen to your speakers in years. Radio X Oasis is a celebration of one of Britain’s most influential bands and will soundtrack the Summer for Oasis fans. Radio X Oasis is available to listen to now, streaming live on Global Player, the official Radio X app, and DAB digital radio across the UK. Last year the Gallagher brothers officially announced their long-awaited reunion, with tour dates marking their first shows in 16 years.

WorldDAB – the global industry forum for DAB+ digital radio – will be showcasing how broadcast digital radio remains vital in-car, as its unique annual WorldDAB Automotive event comes to Madrid, Spain on 19 June. Broadcast First! is the theme for the 2025 edition, which offers unparalleled opportunities for industry professionals to gain valuable insights into the latest developments in DAB+ digital broadcast radio technology for the automotive sector. Keynote speakers at the event include Javier Sanchez, RTVE and Jaume Pujol, Cellnex Telecom, on stage alongside WorldDAB President Jacqueline Bierhorst, who will open the event. Automotive sector leaders include Frank Nowack, Function Owner Broadcast Radio for Ford Motor Company.

České Radiokomunikace has deployed a new information spot promoting the advantages of DAB+ digital radio on its information channel "Tune in to digital broadcasting. The telecommunications company České Radiokomunikace (CRA) continues its long-standing cooperation with Czech Radio presenter Tomáš Pancíř, whom listeners may know, for example, from Radiožurnál's midday journalism or 20 Minutes. Pancíř has already conducted a series of interviews for CRA on the occasion of the brand's 60th anniversary or accompanied the Innovation Day industry conference, which is organised by the operator itself. The aim of the new promo spot, which has replaced the existing generic promo loop, is to promote DAB+ digital radio.

WorldDAB's Jean-Marc Dubreuil featured in the latest "Des Ondes Vocast" podcast. "In the May issue, we start with a round-up of radio news. Then Rémy Bertholon looks back at Cauet's return to Europe 2. He listened in and tells you what he thought. Spain and Portugal faced a giant power cut, and radio made the headlines as the only medium capable of informing the population when TV and 3G networks were inaccessible. Rémy welcomes Jean-Marc Dubreuil from WorldDAB to explain why radio is the medium of choice in emergency situations."

On 3 May 2025, ACI Radio turns three years old and confirms itself as one of the most dynamic and original realities on the Italian radio scene. Established in 2022 as the official radio station of the Automobile Club d'Italia, ACI Radio is today a national, digital, DAB-native radio station that is fully integrated into the infomobility, road safety and motorsport system. ACI Radio is available in DAB+ throughout Italy thanks to the support of the DAB Italia consortium, and also operates in web and app streaming. Hybrid solutions such as RadioDNS are being developed, which combine the broadcast signal with online content visible directly on the car screen, enhancing the mobile listening experience.