A multi-city DAB digital radio multiplex is closing after lack of interest from the independent radio sector. The multiplex by dB currently carries services by public broadcaster RTÉ and a number of niche stations – namely Maria, Sunshine, Ri-Ra and RTÉ lyric. Previously, the mux has offered All 80s, All 90s, Zenith, Pure Classic, Love Radio, Amazing Radio and UCB.
dB Digital Broadcasting’s license will expire on June 30th. We are saddened that the third key player, commercial radio, has opted to ignore DAB. Unlike growing markets with digital radio, Irish radio listening continues to trend downwards, going from 89% ten years ago, to 82% today, says the company to RadioToday.
Meanwhile, the media authority BAI is starting advertising new FM contracts to new stations once again, with no hint of further development in the DAB space.
Read more in Radio Today (Ireland)
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