The first permanent small-scale DAB multiplex will launch next week in Tynemouth and South Shields.
The switch-on happens on November 29th – nine months after the licence was awarded to this area and four others – Derry/Londonderry, Salisbury, Welsh Valleys and Glasgow.
A host of new radio stations are expected to go live from December 10th.
MUX ONE Director Dave Roberts tells RadioToday: “This is a wonderful achievement and we are so proud to be able to help lead the way. Being first is very special but leading something brings challenges as new paths and processes have to be found and we’ve certainly had many hurdles to jump.
“I’m sure it wasn’t easy for Armstrong, Hillary and Bannister either.”
Technical Director, John Bibby says, “MUX ONE’s new service will broadcast to around 400,000 people bringing with it huge choice and diversity to North East…
