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WorldDAB is the global industry forum for DAB+ digital radio
We facilitate the adoption and implementation of broadcast digital radio based on DAB, the digital radio standard adopted by broadcasters across Europe, Asia Pacific and beyond.
As DAB+ continues to replace FM, network resilience is crucial. This free WorldDAB webinar looks at the importance of timing and synchronisation in resilient Single Frequency Networks (SFNs).

🗓 11 December 2025
🕒 10:00–12:00 CET

Register: buff.ly/KdhYmT8

#WorldDAB #DigitalRadio #Broadcasting #SFN
November 12, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Australia may be far from the radio capitals of the world. But listenership numbers alone earn it a seat at the table.

Lizzie Young, CEO, Commercial Radio & Audio, Australia, joined WorldDAB Automotive to give a full roadmap for Australia’s approach to radio. Watch it on YouTube.
November 11, 2025 at 11:15 AM
Integrating DAB+ systems in cars is just one piece of the strategy to build the future of radio.

Education and awareness are key, says Adriano Pitteri, Strategic Service Manager, SRG SSR. Learn more about Switzerland’s marketing strategy at WorldDAB Automotive.
November 10, 2025 at 10:31 AM
Chris Gould, VP, All In Media, explains why #Xperi is a member. With 25+ years in radio and tech in 100M+ cars, Xperi champions innovation. #WorldDAB membership gives them global reach, market insights, and a powerful voice to advocate for #DABradio.
#DABplus #DTSAutoStage #DTS bit.ly/4hOrjdg
Xperi - Benefits of WorldDAB membership
Chris Gould, VP, All In Media explains why Xperi Inc. is a member of WorldDAB. With 25+ years in radio and tech in 100M+ cars, #Xperi champions innovation. #WorldDABmembership gives them global reach, market insights, and a powerful voice to advocate for DABradio. DTS, Inc. #dabplus #ConnectedCar #DABplus #DTSAutoStage Find out more about the benefits of membership - https://bit.ly/4qTqtjF
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November 7, 2025 at 10:14 AM
Is hybrid radio the future? Tobias Nielsen, SVP of Digital for Bauer Media Group, says the individual options are less important for listeners. What they want is convenience.

Hear more from Tobias in our WorldDAB Automotive 2025 recordings on YouTube.
November 6, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Latest DAB+ news: French National Assembly committee supports DAB+ promotion; Media Council in Bavaria extends DAB+ funding – transformation incentive concept to continue, and more... #dabplus #digitalradio buff.ly/LDqUD0E
November 6, 2025 at 10:00 AM
The rollout of DAB+ in 2011 was a huge moment for regional rock station RADIO BOB!

5 years and over 4 million daily listeners later…Martin Hülsmann, Managing Director, joined WorldDAB Automotive 2025 to share the story.
November 5, 2025 at 2:31 PM
November 5, 2025 at 9:47 AM
Voice search is perfect for in-car entertainment. But it needs to be reliable.

Tomas Granryd, the Head of Digital Partnerships and Coordinator for The EBU Connected Car Playbook at Sveriges Radio, talks common listener pain points at WorldDAB Automotive – now out on YouTube.
November 3, 2025 at 10:30 AM
"Early market access, global visibility, and powerful networking" that’s what #GatesAir gains as a #WorldDAB member, says Alex Kurz, Sales Director, DACH, CEE, CIS & GCC. From showcasing transmitters built for extreme climates to connecting with customers, membership delivers #dabplus bit.ly/4qTqtjF
October 31, 2025 at 9:22 AM
WorldDAB Weekly Industry News 30.10.25 - Thailand's workshop on “Building your own digital broadcasting (DAB+) receiver”; ARN’s KIIS and GOLD networks to go national with new DAB+ ; WorldDAB Summit in Antwerp on 20 November, and more... #dabplus #digitalradio buff.ly/SVc3IS1
October 30, 2025 at 10:01 AM
A rollout of DAB+ means a slow rollback of older FM transmitters across Europe.

The goal: to ensure everyone has access to good quality radio wherever they are. Hear more from Charles-Emmanuel Bon, Secretary General, Radio France, at WorldDAB Automotive 2025.
October 29, 2025 at 11:04 AM
We are delighted to announce that #ItelElettronicaeTelecomunicazioni is the Lanyard Sponsor at #WorldDABsummit25. #ITEL specialises in #audioprocessing and #dabplus #headend systems for the #radiomarket with a distribution network spanning 100+ countries itel.it/en/
October 28, 2025 at 9:21 AM
RADIO BOB! credits a lot of its audience growth to moving to DAB+.

They even started to promote DAB+ to their audience. Martin Hülsmann, Managing Director at RADIO BOB! shared the story at WorldDAB Automotive 2025. Watch all of our talks today.
October 27, 2025 at 10:31 AM
Why is #Radioplayer a proud member of #WorldDAB?
From contributing insights to joining working groups and committees, through their membership #Radioplayer is actively involved in the conversations that define tomorrow’s listening experience #connectedcars #listenerexperience #dabplus #digitalradio
October 24, 2025 at 8:02 AM
Even as more people use Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, radio is still the top choice for listeners in multiple markets.

More advanced car audio systems do NOT spell the end of traditional radio. Learn more from WorldDAB Automotive 2025 recordings on YouTube.
October 23, 2025 at 11:03 AM
WorldDAB Weekly Industry News 23.10.25 - WorldDAB Summit 2025: DAB+ powering the business of broadcast in Antwerp on 20 November, NBTC launches first regional DAB+ trial in Khon Kaen Province, and more... #dabplus #digitalradio buff.ly/M72pVXQ
October 23, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Radio is the most trusted medium – far outranking online content like social media.

So, we shouldn’t sideline it and lose that trust (especially in the AI age), says Edita Kudláčová, Head of Radio at the EBU. Watch the WorldDAB Automotive 2025 recordings on YouTube for more on radio’s future.
October 21, 2025 at 10:03 AM
What do people want from their in-car audio entertainment? Swipe to see their top 3 expectations.

Learn about listener expectations and how broadcasters and car makers can work together from WorldDAB Automotive recordings on YouTube.
October 17, 2025 at 9:15 AM
Why join #WorldDAB? Just ask #DekTec www.dektec.com

Their affordable DAB+ tools help OEMs & broadcasters test and verify with ease.

With access to our #ETI Library and expert network, #DekTec sharpens innovation and expands their global reach.

Find out more www.worlddab.org/about/member...
October 17, 2025 at 8:53 AM
WorldDAB Weekly Industry News 16.10.25 - DAB+ in audio trends: 2m additional German households listening; Czech Radio plans new DAB+ transmitters, tunnel coverage, ASA warning system; WorldDAB Summit 2025 in Antwerp on 20 November, and much more... #dabplus #digitalradio buff.ly/BtchM4f
October 16, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Radio listeners want listening options that are convenient, easy, and reliable. So it’s up to car makers and broadcasters to work together to prioritise them.

Learn more about today’s radio users in WorldDAB Automotive recordings on YouTube.
October 15, 2025 at 10:03 AM
We are delighted to announce that #GatesAir is the Delegate
Bag Sponsor at #WorldDABSummit25. GatesAir's #Maxiva line is designed for #optimisedpowerusage, maintenance, #scalability and #connectivity.

Find out more gatesair.com/dab
Register for the WorldDABSummit www.worlddab.org/events/regis...
October 15, 2025 at 9:00 AM
What do listeners want? In cars, radio is a clear winner.

And radio needs to remain free, frictionless, and accessible in cars, says Tomas Granryd, Head of Digital Partnerships & Coordinator for The EBU Connected Car Playbook at Sveriges Radio. Hear more from WorldDAB Automotive.
October 13, 2025 at 9:03 AM
Why is #DIGIDIA a long-standing member of #WorldDAB? From tunnel break-in tech to flexible, software-based DAB+ headends and automotive testing tools -their innovation speaks for itself. Hermann Zensen, Head of Sales and Marketing explains why they’re members #dabplus #WorldDAB #WorldDABmembership
October 9, 2025 at 10:32 AM