Basler Zeitung's interest in NW1

Is there still a chance of salvation for Basel's local radio station? The Allschwil-based station ceased operations at the beginning of June and has been broadcasting endless reruns ever since. The last rescue plan by some of the staff to persuade local authorities to inject money into the station has also come to nothing (see Last rescue plan for Baselbieter local station NW1).
All 22 employees of the station were dismissed.
Now, according to a report in Onlinereport, the Basler Zeitung has expressed interest in the regional broadcaster. Chairman of the Board of Directors Matthias Hagemann told Onlinereport that Basler Zeitung had had no interest in the station as long as Christian Heeb had his fingers in the pie. With Heeb's resignation, however, the conditions for a possible commitment have changed. The possibility of a cost-covering operation is currently being examined.

NW1 was offered for sale to Basler Zeitung before the summer vacation. According to Hagemann, talks had already taken place with those responsible at the main shareholder Elektra Birseck Münchenstein (EBM). However, the price has not yet been discussed. If a cost-covering or even profitable operation is possible, a commitment could be considered. However, the station's market position is problematic; due to the strong competition from Telebasel, it would be difficult to establish a viable co-currency station. Telebasel could also expect to receive a share of the license fees under the new Radio and Television Act (RTVA).

However, a commitment could still be interesting for Basler Zeitung: So far, its portfolio includes the press, local radio and Internet media. The television sector is still missing.