CML Micro, Newglee and Glovane Collaborate on Multi-Standard DRM & DAB+ Receiver Platform Following Indonesia’s Dual-Standard Adoption

CML Micro, Newglee and Glovane Collaborate on Multi-Standard DRM & DAB+ Receiver Platform Following Indonesia’s Dual-Standard Adoption

04 May 2026

CML Micro, Chengdu Newglee Technology Co., Ltd. (“Newglee”), and Glovane Co., Ltd. today announced a joint initiative to develop a flexible, multi-standard digital radio receiver platform supporting both Digital Radio Mondiale (DRM) and DAB+, in addition to traditional analogue AM/FM.

This collaboration follows Indonesia’s recent strategic decision to adopt both DRM and DAB+ digital radio standards in a complementary deployment model, rather than treating the technologies as competing alternatives.

A Complementary Approach to National Digital Radio Coverage

Indonesia, an archipelago of more than 10,000 islands, faces unique broadcast infrastructure challenges, with a need to cover wide areas as well as dense urban environments. By leveraging DRM across medium wave and VHF (Bands II and III) spectrum, alongside DAB+ in the upper Band III, the country aims to deliver robust, nationwide digital radio coverage.

This hybrid approach enables:

Wide-area coverage using DRM’s long-range capabilities

High-quality regional broadcasting via DRM in VHF (Bands II and III) and DAB+

Efficient spectrum utilisation across diverse geographies

The Indonesian model demonstrates how combining standards can create a comprehensive and resilient digital radio ecosystem.

Joint Development of a Multi-Standard Receiver Platform

In response to this evolving market need, CML Micro, Newglee, and Glovane have collaborated to develop a unified receiver platform capable of supporting both DRM and DAB+ within a single device architecture.

The solution integrates:

Advanced DRM technology from CML Micro

Advanced DAB+ technology from Glovane

Complementary system integration and manufacturing expertise from Newglee

The resulting platform enables:

A world-first low-power operation suitable for portable and battery-powered devices

Substantially extended battery life for use in remote and rural regions, with the possibility of ‘solar’ or ‘hand-crank’ battery charging

Cost-effective deployment across mass-market receivers

This development builds on the three companies’ proven capabilities in digital radio receiver solutions, including DRM, DAB+, and advanced user interface technology portfolios.

Supporting Future Digital Radio Strategies

This receiver collaboration demonstrates how countries with unique digital radio broadcasting challenges may approach rollout strategies—prioritising systems that work seamlessly together and alongside existing technologies.

The African Union of Broadcasting has made recommendations for Digital Sound Broadcasting (DSB), which include the use of both DRM for wide-area coverage and DAB+ for dense urban deployment, where free spectrum may be limited. This reference receiver design opens the door to cost-effective receivers that support DSB in Africa, leveraging the strengths of both DRM and DAB+ to meet diverse use-case requirements.

Live Demonstration at DRM General Assembly

The companies are showcasing a joint demonstration of the multi-standard receiver platform at the DRM General Assembly in Jakarta, Indonesia, taking place today, May 5th.

 

About CML Micro

CML Micro is a world leader in the design, development and supply of mixed signal, RF and microwave semiconductors for global communications markets. Headquartered in the UK, and with a world-class design team in RF and low-power ICs, their manufacturing and supply network spans across the United States, Europe, and Asia, operating on a global scale.

They offer a wide range of products, including mmWave MMICs, RF transceivers, baseband processors, data controllers, and interface devices, supporting critical applications in Professional & Industrial Communications, Network Infrastructure, Industrial Internet of Things, and Aerospace & Defence.

About Chengdu Newglee Technology Co., Ltd.

Headquartered in Chengdu with R&D and manufacturing hubs across China, Chengdu Newglee Technology Co., Ltd. is a leading provider of DRM digital broadcasting solutions. Guided by an “end-to-end” approach, Newglee delivers a seamless ecosystem spanning from headend to vehicle, encompassing media encoding, signal modulation, RF transmission, and terminal reception.

Driven by proprietary patents and an advanced software-defined radio (SDR) architecture, Newglee’s robust product portfolio covers device integration, in-vehicle reception, professional monitoring, coverage evaluation, and automotive OEM solutions, earning the trust of customers worldwide.

As a global pioneer in complete DRM solutions, Newglee is dedicated to continuous R&D and product expansion, driving the large-scale adoption of digital broadcasting and empowering the industry’s seamless digital transformation.

About Glovane Co., Ltd.

Glovane Co., Ltd. is a Korea-based fabless semiconductor company specializing in the design and supply of Digital Radio Broadcast receiver ICs, modules, and software solutions for consumer and automotive markets. Headquartered in Seongnam, South Korea, Glovane has developed strong in-house expertise across RF, baseband, audio, and firmware technologies for digital radio applications.

Glovane’s DAB/DAB+/FM SoC and module solutions are widely adopted in global automotive platforms through Tier-1 partners, enabling seamless DAB-to-DAB and DAB-to-FM service following. Its technologies are also integrated into a wide range of consumer digital radio products across Europe and the Middle East.

To accelerate customer development and mass production, Glovane provides complete reference designs, SDKs, and production test environments. The company is ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified and continues to expand its low-power, high-integration digital radio portfolio for the global market.

(CML Micro Press Release)

CML Micro Expands DRM1000 broadcast receiver module with integrated Journaline availability and first customer starts mass production in India

CML Micro Expands DRM1000 broadcast receiver module with integrated Journaline availability and first customer starts mass production in India

11 September 2025

Feature-complete firmware simplifies deployment and unlocks advanced services for digital radio receivers across the world

CML Micro Systems, a leading developer of mixed-signal, RF, and microwave semiconductors for global communications markets, announces a major feature expansion for its flagship DRM1000 broadcast receiver module. The full production firmware release now includes as standard, easy access to the Journaline® advanced text application data, developed in collaboration with Fraunhofer IIS. In addition to this feature enhancement, CML Micro and Fraunhofer IIS have agreed that the DRM1000 will include a license to use the unique IP that underpins the Journaline specification.

This upgrade makes the DRM1000 a turnkey, production-ready solution for consumer digital radio manufacturers; with key audio and multimedia decoding capabilities included. In addition, data access, and IP license provisions made ready out of the box, enable faster, more cost-effective deployment of digital radio receivers worldwide without impacting the overall cost for manufacturers.

"Our goal has always been to make digital radio deployment simpler, faster and more cost-effective for manufacturers," said Matthew Phillips, Product Line Director for Broadcast and Maritime, at CML Micro. "By including easy Journaline data access, and IP licensing as part of the DRM1000, we eliminate any IP related hassles and deliver a complete, ready-to-ship platform to our customers around the world and to the 'BRICS and the Global South' countries in particular; where DRM radio broadcasting is now the most widely adopted mass market standard."

Journaline is the internationally standardised text information service for Digital Radio Mondale (DRM) and Digital Audio Broadcasts (DAB+). Delivered alongside live audio or as a stand-alone data application, it offers structured and convenient access to multilingual, graphics-enhanced news, sports, weather, flight updates, programme information, and even radio-based schooling for pupils in remote areas, directly to any Journaline-enabled radio, without needing Internet access. Moreover, Journaline is a key part of DRM's Emergency Warning Functionality (EWF), which is attracting strong interest from broadcasters and governments worldwide.

"We are delighted to partner with CML Micro to integrate Journaline functionality with ready-to-deploy content access into the DRM1000 platform, with technology royalties being taken care of for the radio set manufacturers. This makes it easier for manufacturers to deliver innovative and compelling digital radio services and receiver solutions to listeners worldwide. We look forward to a fruitful long-term relationship that will benefit all parties", says Alexander Zink, Chief Business Development Manager for Digital Radio and Broadcast Applications at Fraunhofer IIS.

The new DRM1000 firmware release has already gained traction with customers. Solar Grove Solutions in collaboration with Alongside Tech LLC has selected the DRM1000 as the heart of its N88 Portable Radio, manufactured in India for national and international markets. India represents the world's largest DRM broadcast deployment to date and the N88 will be available through a network of channel partners and distributors across the region.

"Alongside Tech, LLC is thrilled about the upcoming launch of the N88 Portable DRM Radio," says Douglas Gregson, Founder, Alongside Tech, LLC. "This affordable and efficient device is a game-changer for the radio industry, providing a much-needed, straightforward way to deliver DRM audio, emergency warnings, and e-learning media and we believe this product is perfectly positioned to enable broadcasters to make the transition from analogue to digital radio."

"The N88 isn't just a device, it's a mission and we believe learning and vital information should not be limited by geography or infrastructure," said Joel Templeton, CEO for Solar Grove Solutions. "This device is a testament to what's possible when purpose-driven design meets global collaboration. We're thrilled to bring the N88 to the world."

The N88 Radio will be commercially available from October 2025. To mark these exciting developments, Matthew Philips will be supporting a series of events organised by the Digital Radio Mondiale (DRM) Consortium, at IBC from 12 – 19 September in Amsterdam. This will include an event at the Fraunhofer IIS booth in Hall 8, booth 80 on 13 September at 16:00.  To arrange to see a live demonstration of the DRM1000 during the IBC event please get in touch.

(Press Release)

Picture courtesy Solar Grove Solutions

CML Micro release the world’s lowest-cost Digital Radio Mondiale Broadcast Receiver module

CML Micro release the world's lowest-cost Digital Radio Mondiale Broadcast Receiver module

18 September 2023

IBC Amsterdam 2023 – 16th September 2023 – DRM Consortium Showcase Event

CML Microcircuits (CML Micro) has announced at the IBC 2023 DRM Showcase Event, the full release of the world's lowest-cost, lowest power, and smallest sized Digital Radio Mondiale (DRM) broadcast receiver module (DRM1000). DRM is the world's leading digital radio broadcast standard able to provide rich, high quality digital content over vast areas using medium-wave (MW) and short-wave (SW). In addition to high-capacity local broadcasting at Very High Frequencies (VHF).

The DRM1000 is a complete 'antenna to speaker' module, containing all hardware, software, IP and patent licenses required for a radio equipment manufacturer to easily realize a dual mode (digital and analogue) DRM capable receiver.

The module offers a 60% cost reduction and 80% power reduction over existing DRM technologies in the market. The device can run effectively from solar or wind-up rechargeable batteries: in addition to small primary cells. Low power operation directly improves accessibility to vital educational and public digital radio services across many emerging nations and opens the great features of DRM to many millions of potential listeners around the world.

In offering the DRM1000, CML Micro wish to enable their customers to design a complete DRM /AM /FM broadcast receiver solution, which is attractive, highly featured and accessible for all. The module allows these innovative receivers to be manufactured locally in emerging nations in addition to traditional technology manufacturing locations.

In addition to announcing the availability of the DRM1000; CML Micro is also proud to announce that the device has been adopted by Gospell Digital Technology Ltd for two new DRM portable radio families to be shown for the first time at the IBC 2023 DRM Showcase Event.

Haochun Liu, Head of Research and Development at Gospell, said: "At Gospell, we've always held a steadfast belief in the pivotal role that the accessibility and ubiquity of DRM radios play in enabling people to access high-quality information. This unwavering commitment has driven us over the years to design and manufacture user friendly DRM receivers, constantly pushing the boundaries to make them more accessible and attainable for all. The introduction of the DRM1000 module, with its impressive low-power consumption, cost-effectiveness, and high performance, has been a game-changer. We are truly honored to collaborate with CML Micro in launching two groundbreaking DRM receivers based on the DRM1000 module, namely the GR-220 and GR-221. We're confident that our combined efforts will not only deliver unparalleled value to people but also pave the way for the next chapter in DRM technology."

One third of the world's population remains without an internet connection. Many millions of people will benefit from widespread DRM adoption. Increasing access to DRM enhances public services in remote areas, or where an internet connection is very expensive. This includes a disaster and early warning service that can be used in the event of interruption to communications caused by natural disasters.

CML Micro's VP of Global Marketing, Matthew Phillips, said: "The benefits of DRM are already being enjoyed by listeners in the Indian market with 70% of the population covered by DRM broadcast services and 6 million new cars already fitted with DRM capable receivers.  We believe the market for DRM capable receivers is set for significant growth over the coming years. The DRM1000 provides an ideal platform to serve this emerging market with low cost, battery-powered portable receivers sold in millions of units."

DRM in the medium-wave or short-wave band delivers FM-like quality to listeners spread over many thousands of square miles, from a single transmitter. This makes DRM the optimum digital radio solution for emerging nations. DRM uses existing long-, medium-, short-wave and very-high frequency (LW, MW, SW and VHF) radio frequency bands, operating seamlessly alongside current analogue services.

About CML Microcircuits (CML Micro)

CML Micro is a world-leader in the design, development and supply of mixed-signal, RF and microwave semiconductors for global communications markets..

CML Micro offer a wide range of products, including mmWave MMICs, RF transceivers, baseband processors, data controllers, and interface devices, which are used in various applications such as Critical Communications, Satellite and Network Infrastructure.

Our expertise lies in delivering high-performance IC solutions that enable efficient and reliable data transfer, signal processing, and system integration. Our portfolio provides components supporting both RF and baseband functionality, encompassing both leading edge digital and legacy analogue systems.

CML Microcircuits is a member of the CML Microsystems Plc. Group of companies.

CML Microcircuits contacts:

Jessica Hickman

Marketing and Communications Officer

Email: jhickman@cmlmicro.com

Telephone: +44 (0)1621 875500

Matthew Phillips

VP Marketing

Email: mphillips@cmlmicro.com

Telephone: +44(0)1621 875500

Source : https://cmlmicro.com