BBC World Service on DAB+ in Malta

BBC World Service is available in the DAB+ standard for the first time, thanks to an agreement with Malta’s digital audio broadcasting operator, Digi B Network Ltd.

From today, BBC World Service’s programmes will be rebroadcast around the clock in Malta on the multiplex Digi B Network 1.  

Malta is one of the first countries in Europe to adopt the new DAB+ standard, the most recent addition to the DAB family already in use across Europe.  

Lindsay Cornell, Principal Systems Architect, BBC, and Technical Committee Chairman, World DMB, says: “DAB+ is an excellent digital radio technology. It combines great user benefits with efficient use of spectrum. The launch of DAB+ services in Malta is very exciting news for listeners right across Europe.”

Nigel Fry, Head of Transmission & Distribution, BBC World Service, comments: “As a keen advocate of digital broadcasting, BBC World Service is pleased to offer its programmes as part of the first European DAB+ service. DAB+ builds on the original DAB standard and offers further benefits to both the audience and broadcasters.
We congratulate the operators, Digi-B, and wish them well with this exciting service.”

BBC World Service is also available in Malta via the country’s Public Service Broadcasting (PBS) stations – Radio Malta 93.7 FM, 999 AM, Malta’s Magic 91.7 FM – University of Malta radio station Campus FM 103.7 FM and on Melita Cable TV.

Source: Media Network, BBC World Service Publicity