Telenord

What Telenord does

Telenord Srl is a privately-held regional television broadcaster and digital news media company headquartered in Genova, Liguria, Italy, at Via XX Settembre 41/3. The company operates linear TV broadcasting across the Liguria region alongside a multi-platform digital footprint that includes the telenord.it news portal, native iOS and Android mobile applications, and active accounts on YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and a WhatsApp broadcast channel. Its editorial portfolio spans more than twenty named programs, anchored by TGN regional news bulletins, sports analysis shows ("Derby del Lunedì," "We are Genoa," "Forever Samp"), cultural and tourism programming ("Benvenuti in Liguria," "Focus Cultura"), interview formats ("Close UP," "Incontri a Palazzo"), and verticals covering health ("Salute Sanità"), transport/logistics ("Transport TV"), and current affairs ("Liguria Live," "Primo Piano," "Radar").

The company's revenue model rests on three streams: television and digital advertising against its regional audience, event sponsorship and participation fees from a recurring series of industry forums (Shipping, Transport & Intermodal Forum now in its 4th edition; Salute & Sanità; Energia & Ecosostenibilità; Mobilità Urbana; Lavoro e Futuro), and specialized content production services. The platform is free-to-access for consumers, with no publicly disclosed subscription or advertising pricing. Digital infrastructure and web development are maintained by a third-party technology partner, SettimoLink srl. The company is led by publisher and founder Massimiliano Monti, who also conceives the editorial programming and the industry forum strategy. The organization operates as a small, independently-owned Italian Srl with a registered share capital of €343,598.42, no disclosed external investors, no M&A history, and no disclosed headcount.

Name

Telenord

Legal name

Telenord Srl

Website

https://telenord.it

Company type

Private

Founded year

1978

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Telenord Srl is a privately-held regional broadcaster and digital news media company based in Genova, Liguria, Italy. It delivers local news, sports, and cultural programming across linear TV, web, mobile apps, and social channels, and operates recurring industry forums in shipping, healthcare, and energy.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Regional Television Broadcasting

NAICS

Television Broadcasting Stations (51612)

SIC

Television Broadcasting Stations (4833)

akta.pro primary industry

AVOD Streaming Channels (Ad-Supported OTT) (MPABAHAA)

Keywords

• Regional television broadcasting
• Digital news media
• Local news coverage
• Video content production
• Industry event forums

Headquarters

HQ city

Genoa

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Television and Digital Advertising: Telenord generates revenue primarily through advertising on its television broadcasts and digital platforms, reaching regional audiences in the Liguria market.
2. Event Organization and Sponsorship: The company organizes industry forums and events such as the Shipping, Transport & Intermodal Forum, generating revenue through sponsorships and event participation fees.
3. Content Production Services: Production of specialized programs including TGN news, sports coverage, cultural shows, and regional documentaries for audiences interested in Liguria content.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Telenord is a regional television broadcaster and digital news media company producing original programming covering news, sports, culture, health, economy, and transport for audiences in Genova and the Liguria region. It distributes content through linear TV, its telenord.it streaming website, native iOS and Android mobile apps, and social media channels, and also organizes recurring industry forum events on shipping/transport, healthcare, and energy/sustainability topics.

Product overview

Telenord is a regional television broadcaster and digital news media company based in Genoa, Liguria, Italy. The company operates a multi-platform media network offering a diverse portfolio of television programs and news content. Its core offerings include TGN (regional telegiornale news), sports programming (Derby del Lunedì, We are Genoa, Forever Samp), interview and cultural shows (Close UP, Focus Cultura), and specialized forums on shipping/transport, healthcare, and energy. The company distributes content through traditional TV broadcasting, its website (telenord.it), mobile applications for iOS and Android, and social media channels including YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and WhatsApp. Telenord also organizes annual industry forum events covering logistics, healthcare, and sustainability topics.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• TGN (Telegenoa Notiziario): Local news program
• Derby del Lunedì
• Benvenuti in Liguria
• Close UP
• Liguria Live
• Transport TV
• We are Genoa
• Forever Samp

Products and services

• TGN (Telegiornale) Main regional news program providing news coverage for Genoa and Liguria, including TGN Calcio (football news) and TGN Today editions.
• Derby del Lunedì Weekly sports analysis show featuring commentary and expert panel discussion on football matches, with a dedicated focus on Genoa CFC and UC Sampdoria.
• Benvenuti in Liguria Travel and tourism program showcasing Liguria's beauty, traditions, gastronomy, and destinations, co-hosted by Gilberto Volpara and Sergio Rossi.
• Close UP Interview program featuring prominent guests from culture, politics, entertainment, economics, and sports.
• Liguria Live News and current affairs program covering events and stories from the Liguria region.
• Salute Sanità Health and healthcare program addressing medical topics and regional health services.
• Transport TV Program focused on transportation, logistics, and infrastructure news, including coverage of the Shipping, Transport & Intermodal Forum events.
• We are Genoa Program dedicated to Genoa CFC football club news, matches, and fan-focused coverage.
• Forever Samp Program dedicated to UC Sampdoria football club news, matches, and fan-focused coverage.
• Telenord Mobile App Mobile application for iOS and Android enabling on-the-go access to Telenord news, programs, and live content on smartphones and tablets.
• Shipping, Transport & Intermodal Forum Annual forum event (4th edition held in Rapallo) promoting discussion on shipping, transport, port logistics, and intermodal transportation, organized with TN Events & Media and Propeller Club Port of Genoa.
• Salute & Sanità Forum Forum event dedicated to healthcare and health policy discussions (4th edition).
• Energia & Ecosostenibilità Forum Forum event focused on energy and environmental sustainability topics, including a 3rd edition of the National Energy Forum.

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered flagship and core.

• TN Events & MediaflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026TN Events & Media collaborates with Telenord in organizing the Shipping, Transport & Intermodal Forum. This partnership has produced four editions of the forum, bringing together industry leaders, government officials, and business stakeholders to discuss logistics, port development, and intermodal transportation in Italy.
• Propeller Club Port of GenoacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026The Propeller Club Port of Genoa collaborates with Telenord and TN Events & Media in organizing the Shipping, Transport & Intermodal Forum. The partnership leverages the Propeller Club's maritime industry expertise and network to enhance forum discussions on port logistics and shipping topics.
• SettimoLink srlcoreTechnology or IntegrationSettimoLink srl developed and maintains the Telenord website platform and digital infrastructure. The company is credited as the developer of telenord.settimolink.it and provides ongoing technology support for the digital presence.
• Massimiliano MonticoreOthersMassimiliano Monti is the publisher and founder of Telenord who originated the idea for various programs including 'Benvenuti in Liguria' and initiated the organization of industry forums. He represents the editorial leadership and strategic direction of the company.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• RAI (Radiotelevisione Italiana): Italy's national public broadcaster operating multiple linear TV channels, digital properties, and extensive regional news desks. Competes for Ligurian audience attention and regional ad share as a much larger, diversified incumbent.
• Mediaset: Italy's largest commercial broadcaster with a portfolio of national channels and Mediaset Infinity streaming. Compresses Telenord's advertising yield and audience share as a scaled, cross-platform competitor.
• La7: National Italian free-to-air broadcaster with strong news and current-affairs programming. Competes for the same news-advertising dollars and polis-oriented audience segments that Telenord monetizes in Liguria.
• Sky TG24: Italian 24-hour news channel operated by Sky Italia, offering continuous national and regional news coverage. Directly competes with Telenord's TGN news programming for breaking-news audiences and ad budgets.

Regional players

• Antenna Sud: Southern Italy regional broadcaster and digital media company operating in a similar regional-TV-plus-events model. Comparable in structure and scale though serving a different geographic market than Telenord.
• Telelombardia: Lombardia-based regional broadcaster with a comparable model of regional TV plus digital news and event activity. Highly comparable business model and scale, differing primarily in geography (Lombardia vs Liguria).

Direct peers

• Primocanale: Genova-based regional television and digital news outlet covering Liguria, directly competing with Telenord for the same local audience and regional advertising budgets. Operates a similar linear-TV-plus-digital platform model.
• Telegenova: Liguria-focused regional broadcaster and digital news publisher covering the same Genoa and Liguria market as Telenord. Overlaps in local news, sports, and regional event coverage.

Others

• TN Events & Media: Affiliate of Telenord that co-produces the Shipping, Transport & Intermodal Forum. Listed as a DBA of Telenord Srl, it collaborates on the flagship event franchise and represents the events/media business line.
• Propeller Club Port of Genoa: Maritime industry association that is a strategic partner to Telenord, co-organizing the Shipping, Transport & Intermodal Forum. Functions as a content and credibility partner rather than a direct competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/telenord
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@TelenordLiguria
• Facebookfacebook.com/telenordliguria
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/telenordsrl
• Instagraminstagram.com/telenord.it

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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