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WorldDAB MembersZiggo to switch off FM services
26.11.2019 - Netherlands -
Ziggo, the largest cable operator in the Netherlands, has announced it will be switching off its FM radio services. Ziggo will continue to offer radio services digitally, and is expected to do so digitally, including on DAB+, through its cable network.
From RTV:
DAB+ offering expands in Scotland
26.11.2019Scottish publishing company DC Thomson has launched a new DAB radio station in Scotland. Broadcasting from central Glasgow, the new radio station called Pure Radio Scotland is available to approximately 3 million listeners across Central Scotland.
From Beattie Group:
Studec launches new digital jobs training course
26.11.2019 - France -
As part of its initiative to help students develop digital skills, the Studio Ecole de France (Studec) will be launching a training course fully focused on the digital professions including DAB+ digital radio. Registrations are open, with courses due to start in January 2020.
From La Lettre Pro:
SCA carries out testing on Adelaide DAB+ channels
25.11.2019 - Australia -
SCA has begun an experiment in Adelaide that puts its live local breakfast show on air across each of its DAB+ stations in that city. SCA CEO Grant Blackley said “This is a test of what can be done. We have built reach with our analog and digital strategy, but something was missing", adding that "if this works it will give a high level of personalisation, with different music choices for listeners.”
From Radio Info:
DAB+ offering expands in Slovenia
25.11.2019 - Slovenia -
The DAB+ digital radio landscape in Slovenia continues to diversify, as Radio Aktual launches on DAB+. With 20 public and private broadcasters already on air, the multiplex operated by RTV Slovenija has reached full capacity, with discussions around additional multiplexes now taking place.
From Czech Radio:
European radio and digital audio show
22.11.2019 - France -
Over 8000 people and 160 exhibitors are expected to attend the three day event taking place in Paris at the end of January. DAB+ digital radio will also be taking centre stage at the event, as France prepares to launch its national DAB+ network in 2020.
From Salon de la radio:
European radio and digital audio show
22.11.2019 - France -
Over 8000 people and 160 exhibitors are expected to attend the three day event taking place in Paris at the end of January. DAB+ digital radio will also be taking centre stage at the event, as France prepares to launch its national DAB+ network in 2020.
From Salon de la radio:
Digital Radio vs. 5G
22.11.2019 - Australia -
Australian broadcast technical author Alan Hughes discusses digital radio, 5G, and the reasons why the former is better suited to support broadcasting.
From Radio World:
Swedish Radio outlines DAB+ strategy
21.11.2019 - Sweden -
Commenting on Swedish Radio's application for a national DAB licence, Head of Strategy Jan Petersson expressed the public broadcaster's desire to establish itself in this new broadcasting state and be prepared to increase DAB broadcasts in the future. Swedish Radio currently broadcasts on DAB+ in Stockholm, Gothenburg, Malmö and Norrbotten.
From Radio Nytt:
DAB+ development continues throughout Europe
20.11.2019 - Belgium -
The development of DAB+ digital radio was highlighted at the WorldDAB General Assembly, where topics of discussion included the launch of DAB+ digital radio in Tunisia, the launch of national DAB+ in France, and Switzerland's upcoming digital switchover.
From La Lettre Pro: