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25.06.2019

Viaplay Group WorldDAB Member

Sweden

NENT already broadcasts Teracom's existing test network for DAB+ in Stockholm, Uppsala and Gävle. The next step is to launch additional channels and expand the network to Gothenburg and Malmö. The first phase of the expansion is set to be completed in October, with population coverage expected to reach 43 percent.

25.06.2019

United Kingdom

With U.K. radio moving strongly into the digital realm, the real purpose of the U.K. radio review, which starts soon and is scheduled to conclude sometime in mid-2020, may be to shut down the United Kingdom’s FM Radio broadcasts.

25.06.2019

Hyundai Motor Group

Australia

Hyundai’s standalone luxury brand Genesis has officially launched onto the Australian market with the unveiling of the G70 sports sedan and G80 luxury saloon. Both models come with DAB+ as standard.

25.06.2019

Germany

Deutschlandradio has announced it will be switching off its FM frequencies in three Bavarian cities in coming months - Amberg, Füssen and Kempten. Once the switch off is complete, the public broadcaster will instead rely on distribution via DAB+.

24.06.2019

, Radioplayer WorldDAB Member

United Kingdom

International non-profit radio platform Radioplayer has appointed Laurence Harrison to the brand new position of Automotive Partnerships Director. In his new role, Laurence will be responsible for leading ambitious efforts to get hybrid radio interfaces into internet-enabled cars in Europe. Laurence will continue to serve as Chair of the WorldDAB Automotive Working Group, where he has led successful projects to define User Experience guidelines for car radios.

21.06.2019

Italy

Following an agreement between EuroDAB Italia and the BBC, DAB+ listeners in Italy are now able to listen to BBC World Service. BBC World Service, which broadcasts documentaries, business, sports, arts and science programmes, is as of 18 June 2019 available across the country.

21.06.2019

Germany

The licence for the first national multiplex in Germany has been extended until 31 December 2035. This extension provides long term security for planning and investment decisions regarding the development of DAB+ in Germany.

21.06.2019

RAI - Radiotelevisione Italiana WorldDAB Member

Italy

Speaking at the WorldDAB Automotive 2019 conference held in Turin in June 2019, Radio Rai director Roberto Sergio touched on the current state of the radio industry in Italy, highlighting the ecosystem's readiness for DAB+ digital radio. 57% of the population of Italy is set to be covered by DAB+ by the end of 2019.

21.06.2019

Global WorldDAB Member

United Kingdom

The pop network Heart in the United Kingdom has a new digital sister: Heart Dance. The station can be received nationally on DAB+ and via the internet. After Dance Extra and Heart 80's, Heart Dance is already the third theme channel of Heart that can be received via DAB+. The station is a spin-off from the popular weekend programme "Club Classics" in which you can hear the best dance hits of the 90s and 70s.

21.06.2019

CARIAD SE WorldDAB Member

France

June 2020 is an important date in the development of DAB+ technology in France. All new vehicles and radio-related products will have to integrate DAB+. La Lettre Pro discussed this topic with Olivier Humbaire, president of SECIMAVI, a professional organization grouping the main brands of manufacturers and importers of electronics at WorldDAB Automotive 2019 in Turin, Italy.