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THE PROPOSED TAKEOVER OF RTL NETHERLANDS:
A new adventure in television and streaming
In late 2023, DPG Media announced it had reached an agreement with Germany’s RTL Group on the proposed takeover of RTL Netherlands – an acquisition that fits perfectly into DPG’s future strategy, according to CEO Erik Roddenhof.
“We strongly believe in the power and future of high-quality locally produced stories. Local stories made for local audiences, that’s what viewers prefer. And that will continue to be the basis for a successful future in streaming and television, just as it has been. RTL Netherlands is doing this very well with Videoland, just as VTM has achieved great results with VTM GO and Streamz.
RTL Netherlands and VTM have both proven to be successful in transforming television, laying the foundations for a future where live television and streaming will co-exist. They have a great deal to offer each other in terms of knowledge, expertise and investment. And that support will be crucial, because although we’ve been successful so far, there’s also going to be a lot of change in the industry. So you’re much stronger if you work together.
REVENUE IN MILLIONS OF EUROS
636
EBITDA IN MILLIONS OF EUROS
161
NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES
800
TV MARKET SHARE (25-54)
34.3%
VIDEOLAND SUBSCRIBERS IN MILLIONS
1.3
Together, we will remain committed to locally made programmes and series, made available on platforms that perfectly match consumers’ viewing preferences. We believe we can deliver even more great content to our viewers, whether on live TV or a streaming platform. We’re going to meet our viewers where they live.”
The proposed acquisition of RTL Netherlands by DPG Media is subject to approval by the Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) and has been submitted for consultation to the relevant works councils.
