Deutsche Welle, also known as DW, is a state-owned company headquartered in Germany. Founded in 1953, with approximately 2,400 employees, the company reported $522.1M in revenue as of 2024 and operates as a tier 1 media tech buyer. The company specializes in broadcast television and radio, functioning as a German state-funded international broadcaster funded by the Federal Government of Germany. DW's service is available in 32 languages, and its satellite television service provides channels in English, Spanish, and Arabic. The work of DW is regulated by the Deutsche Welle Act, which dictates that its content is intended to be independent of government influence. DW is a member of the European Broadcasting Union (EBU).

2024 Revenue

Founded

1953

Headcount

2,400

Headquarters

Germany

Primary Segment

Broadcast television and radio

Ownership

State Owned

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Deutsche Welle offers products in the media and telecoms services industry. Deutsche Welle's product portfolio comprises of broadcast television and radio.
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Deutsche Welle's revenues were less than $1B in 2024. All the revenue comes from linear (thematic channel groups).
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Examples of Deutsche Welle's suppliers include CGI, IBM and Sony Professional Solutions.

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Deutsche Welle currently holds 4 broadcasting rights for sports competitions including multi-sport.

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