Arqiva begins build of next phase of BBC DAB transmitters

27th Aug 2008

• Digital radio expands with 54 new DAB transmitters
• Strengthening of national digital infrastructure
• Delivery by March 2010

Arqiva has begun phase three of its contract with the BBC to build and operate additional transmitters to expand the coverage of the BBC's DAB digital radio network. The BBC has confirmed an order for 54 new DAB transmitter sites across the UK, which will be delivered between January 2009 and March 2010.

These additional sites form part of the digital TV and radio contract, signed in September 2006, and further strengthen the BBC's national digital infrastructure. Work by Arqiva on these new sites will begin immediately, with the first transmitter expected to be switched on in January 2009.

Paul Eaton, head of broadcast radio at Arqiva, said: "We're delighted to help the BBC continue to expand its digital radio network. These transmitters will bring thousands more listeners into national DAB coverage across the whole of the UK."

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