Voice of Russia Applies for a Medium-Wave Frequency
The Russian radio station «Voice of Russia» plans to broadcast from Switzerland as well: The station’s operators are applying for one of the five medium-wave frequencies in Switzerland with their programming.
In total, there are five medium-wave frequencies available in Switzerland. Until now, they have been largely occupied by the SRG. However, the SRG will shut down its last transmitter in Sottens, Vaud, at the end of the year. Just under two years ago, operations at the legendary „Landessender Beromünster“ were already discontinued.
The radio station «Voice of Russia» is reportedly the only one interested in one of the medium-wave frequencies that have become available. This was stated by Bakom spokesperson Roberto Rivola, according to a report by Klein Report. «Voice of Russia» is aimed at Russians living abroad. Today, the station—which offers programming in various languages—can be listened to in Switzerland via the Internet.
As a first step, the Federal Council will decide on the allocation of the medium-wave frequency, according to Bakom spokesperson Rivola. If the federal government gives the green light, the broadcaster will then need a radio license setting out the technical details. This license will be issued by Bakom. For physical reasons, a medium-wave frequency can cover only part of Switzerland.
The radio station «Voice of Russia» is reportedly the only one interested in one of the medium-wave frequencies that have become available. This was stated by Bakom spokesperson Roberto Rivola, according to a report by Klein Report. «Voice of Russia» is aimed at Russians living abroad. Today, the station—which offers programming in various languages—can be listened to in Switzerland via the Internet.
As a first step, the Federal Council will decide on the allocation of the medium-wave frequency, according to Bakom spokesperson Rivola. If the federal government gives the green light, the broadcaster will then need a radio license setting out the technical details. This license will be issued by Bakom. For physical reasons, a medium-wave frequency can cover only part of Switzerland.
