Chelmsford DAB launches on historic date

Chelmsford’s new small-scale DAB multiplex is now on air, expanding local digital radio choice across the city.

Chelmsford Digital Radio officially launched on 14 February, marking 104 years since 2MT Writtle began regular entertainment broadcasts in 1922.

The Mayor highlighted the city’s role in the origins of wireless communication, referencing Guglielmo Marconi’s work in Chelmsford and the area’s long broadcasting heritage.

Rebecca Steers, Founder of Chelmsford Digital Radio, said: “It’s an honour to build on Chelmsford’s incredible broadcasting legacy. Small-scale DAB gives local, independent, and community stations the ability to flourish and be heard.”

Rebecca added that the multiplex would help local voices reach listeners across the city and continue Chelmsford’s tradition of innovation in radio.

The launch event was hosted at City Sound, which also began broadcasting on DAB as part of the multiplex. Directors Tony Knight and Paul Morrish said: “We are very pleased to partner with Chelmsford Digital Radio as a launch station.”

Stations available at launch are City Sound, All Hit Radio, Cyndicut Radio, CPR FM, All 80s Radio and News Radio UK.

Photo:

• Rebecca Steers – Chelmsford Digital Radio (left)
• Mayor Councillor Jannetta Sosin (centre) with friend
• Paul Morrish, Tony Knight, Andy Holmes – City Sound (behind)

Photo Credit: Vincent Lo – RadioFeeds