Slovenská televízia a rozhlas

What Slovenská televízia a rozhlas does

Slovenská televízia a rozhlas (STVR) is the public service broadcaster of Slovakia, headquartered in Bratislava at Mlynská dolina with regional studios in Košice and Banská Bystrica. The organization operates four television channels (Jednotka, Dvojka, :24 news, :Šport) and ten radio stations (Rádio Slovensko, Rádio Regina in three regional variants, Rádio Devín, Rádio_FM, Rádio Patria, Rádio Junior, Rádio Litera, and Radio Slovakia International), supported by the Symfonický orchester Slovenského rozhlasu (SOSR) symphony orchestra. Broadcasting reaches 95% of the Slovak population free-to-air through a terrestrial infrastructure agreement with Towercom, supplemented by DAB+ digital radio, the stvr.sk streaming platform, and iOS/Android mobile applications. Content spans news, sports, entertainment, culture, children's programming, and educational output across both Slovak and minority languages (including Hungarian via Rádio Patria and six international languages via Radio Slovakia International).

STVR employs approximately 1,700 people at an annual budget of approximately €180 million, of which roughly €55 million is personnel costs. The organization is funded primarily through mandatory public contributions and state budget allocations rather than commercial subscriptions or advertising, operating under the STVR Council (Rada STVR) governance structure with a Director General appointed to lead it. STVR traces its institutional lineage to the unification of Slovak radio and television operations in 2011 (as RTVS) and was rebranded to STVR in 2023, while the underlying broadcasting heritage spans 100 years of radio (since August 3, 1926) and 70 years of television (since 1956). The organization concluded a renewed Towercom infrastructure agreement in July 2026 and a FIFA World Cup 2026 sublicensing partnership with JOJ Group in June 2026.

The business model is structurally that of a public service media institution: funding flows from public sources to deliver universal free-to-air programming as a public good, with audience reach and content quality serving as the primary accountability metrics rather than commercial returns. Distribution occurs via direct-to-consumer channels (terrestrial broadcast, digital radio, streaming, mobile apps), and the audience base spans the full Slovak population across all demographics. Notable strategic activities in 2026 include a new organizational structure effective April 1 consolidating radio services, an externally-audited personnel review affecting approximately 58 positions, and the 100/70-year anniversary programming slate. Audience metrics in early 2026 reached record levels: Olympic Winter Games 2026 coverage attracted 3.33 million viewers (72.5% of population 12+), and Jednotka achieved its highest daily market share since 2010.

Name

Slovenská televízia a rozhlas

Legal name

Slovenská televízia a rozhlas

Website

https://stvr.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Slovenská televízia a rozhlas (STVR) is Slovakia's public service broadcaster, operating 4 television channels and 10 radio stations. It reaches 95% of the Slovak population via terrestrial broadcasting, providing news, sports, cultural, and educational content across all demographics.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Public Service Broadcasting

NAICS

Television Broadcasting Stations (516120), Radio Broadcasting Stations (51611), Radio and Television Broadcasting Stations (5161), Media Streaming Distribution Services, Social Networks, and Other Media Networks and Content Providers (5162)

SIC

Television Broadcasting Stations (4833), Radio Broadcasting Stations (4832)

akta.pro primary industry

National Public Television Networks & Member Stations (PBS-style) (MPABADAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Public/Nonprofit Radio Networks (NPR-style) (MPABABAB), Sports Streaming Platforms (MPACAAAE)

Keywords

• Public service broadcasting
• Television channels
• Radio stations
• News broadcasting
• Free-to-air media

Headquarters

HQ city

Bratislava

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Digital Commerce or Content

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Public Service Funding: STVR operates as a public service broadcaster funded primarily through public contributions and mandatory fees. The organization manages an annual budget of approximately 180 million euros, with roughly 55 million euros allocated to personnel costs.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

STVR operates as Slovakia's public service broadcaster, delivering 4 television channels (Jednotka, Dvojka, :24, :Šport) and 10 radio stations covering news, sports, entertainment, culture, education, and children's programming. Content is distributed free-to-air via terrestrial broadcast, DAB+ digital radio, online streaming (stvr.sk), and a mobile application to reach the general Slovak population.

Product overview

Slovenská televízia a rozhlas (STVR) operates as a unified public service media platform comprising 4 television channels and 10 radio stations. The television division includes Jednotka (primary channel with entertainment, news, and sports), Dvojka (cultural programming and documentaries), :24 (continuous news channel launched in 2022), and Šport (sports coverage including MS 2026, hockey championships, and Olympic Games). The radio division spans national stations (Rádio Slovensko, Rádio_FM, Rádio Devín) and regional networks (Rádio Regina Západ, Stred, Východ), plus specialized services (Radio Slovakia International for international audiences, Rádio Patria for Hungarian minority, Rádio Junior for children, Rádio Litera for literature). The ecosystem includes the Symfonický orchester Slovenského rozhlasu (SOSR) performing regular concert seasons. Popular programs include entertainment shows (Záhady tela, Na správnej ceste, Neskoro večer, Pečie celé Slovensko), political discussions (O 5 minút 12), drama series (Srdcia), and competitions (Duel šampiónov, Košický zlatý poklad, Grand Prix Svetozára Stračinu). All content is accessible via the Stvr.sk streaming platform, mobile application, and digital radio broadcasting (DAB+).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Jednotka: Primary television channel of STVR
• Dvojka
• :24
• :Šport

Products and services

• Jednotka Primary free-to-air television channel offering entertainment shows, news, sports, documentaries, and cultural programming, achieving the highest viewership among Slovak TV channels.
• Dvojka Secondary television channel featuring cultural programs, documentaries, concerts, classical music, and theatrical performances.
• :24 (News Channel) Continuous 24-hour news television channel providing live reports, discussion formats, and special broadcasts for major domestic and international events. Launched in February 2022 as response to the war in Ukraine.
• :Šport (Sports Channel) Sports television channel broadcasting live sports events, competitions, and sports news coverage including major international tournaments such as World Championships, Olympics, and FIFA World Cup.
• Rádio Slovensko Primary national radio station offering news, current affairs, talk shows, and coverage of major sporting events including hockey and football championships.
• Rádio Regina (Západ, Stred, Východ) Regional radio network with three studios covering western, central, and eastern Slovakia, offering regional news, cultural programming, and live broadcasts from regional events.
• Rádio _FM Music-oriented radio station focused on contemporary Slovak music scene, featuring music awards (Radio_Head Awards), festival coverage, and domestic artist promotion.
• Rádio Devín Cultural radio station exclusively dedicated to arts and culture, featuring classical music, radio drama, literary programming, and original artistic productions.
• Radio Slovakia International International broadcasting service available in six languages, providing content about Slovakia for diaspora and international audiences.
• Rádio Patria Radio service for Hungarian minority in Slovakia, providing programming in Hungarian language.
• Rádio Junior Digital radio service for children, broadcasting 24/7 with fairy tale games, readings, musicals, and educational content for young listeners.
• Rádio Litera Literary radio station focusing on book adaptations, radio drama, poetry, and literary criticism.
• Symfonický orchester Slovenského rozhlasu (SOSR) Professional symphony orchestra of Slovak Radio, performing regular concert seasons, special events, and broadcasting performances on radio and television.
• Stvr.sk streaming platform Online streaming and video-on-demand platform providing live broadcasts and archived content across all STVR channels and services.
• STVR mobile application Mobile application for accessing live radio and television broadcasts, podcasts, and on-demand content across all STVR services, available on iOS and Android.

Quantifiable outcome

• Jednotka achieves 12% average daily market share - best result in 15 years
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

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Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and major.

• TowercomcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 July 2026New broadcasting agreement ensuring continued free-to-air transmission for 95% of Slovak residents. Towercom operates the terrestrial broadcasting infrastructure enabling STVR's universal reach.
• Trnavský samosprávny krajminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 June 2026Co-organizer of Zázračný oriešok festival in Piešťany along with city of Piešťany and Municipal Library.
• Mesto PiešťanyminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 June 2026Co-organizer of Zázračný oriešok festival in Piešťany along with Trnavský samosprávny kraj and Municipal Library.
• Mestská knižnica mesta PiešťanyminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 June 2026Host venue and co-organizer of Zázračný oriešok festival, providing 45 young jury members for children's evaluation panels.
• ludialudom.skminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 12 June 2026Charitable partnership portal for Rádio Slovensko Slovensku project. Coordination platform for charitable donations via SMS (DMS LUDIALUDOM to 877). Raised nearly 300,000 EUR over 5 years.
• JOJ GroupmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 8 June 2026Sublicensing agreement for 50 matches of FIFA World Cup 2026 in USA/Canada/Mexico on STVR :Šport channel. Historic moment - first time two Slovak stations broadcast World Cup simultaneously.
• ÚĽUV (Ústredie ľudovej umeleckéj výroby)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 8 April 2026Partner for Grand Prix Svetozára Stračinu 2026 international folklore competition. ÚĽUV prepared accompanying exhibition and installations in radio building premises during their jubilee year.
• Kreston Slovakia AuditminorOthers · 24 March 2026External audit company engaged for personnel and organizational audit conducted from July to September 2026 according to international standards (IPPF/IIA, COSO, ISO 19011).
• EBU (European Broadcasting Union)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEuropean Broadcasting Union membership enabling international cooperation, program exchanges, and joint projects. Cooperation on Ex tempore - Art's Birthday composition for radio centenary.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• RTV Slovenija: Slovenian public broadcaster combining TV and radio operations. Comparable as a smaller Central European public service broadcaster with unified radio/TV structure similar to STVR.
• Česká televize (Czech Television): Czech public service broadcaster operating multiple TV channels and the associated news platform. Directly comparable as a fellow Central European public service broadcaster with similar mandate, multi-channel structure, and funding model.
• Český rozhlas: Czech public radio operator with multiple stations and digital platforms. Directly comparable to STVR's radio division in terms of scale, public service mandate, and multi-station portfolio.
• MTVA (Médiaszolgáltatás-támogató és Vagyonkezelő Alap): Hungarian public media foundation managing public TV and radio. Comparable as a Central European public service broadcaster operating multiple TV and radio channels with state-aligned funding.
• Polskie Radio: Polish national public radio broadcaster with multiple stations and digital services. Comparable to STVR's radio division in scale and mandate within a neighboring Central European market.
• HRT (Hrvatska radiotelevizija): Croatian public broadcaster with multi-channel TV and radio operations. Comparable in scale, mandate, and regional European context to STVR.
• Telewizja Polska (TVP): Polish national public broadcaster operating multiple TV channels including news and sports. Directly comparable in scale, multi-channel structure, and public service mandate in a neighboring Central European market.

Broad incumbents

• BBC: UK public broadcaster with extensive TV, radio, and digital operations through EBU cooperation. Comparable as a benchmark European public service media organization with similar mandate and multi-platform distribution.
• ORF (Österreichischer Rundfunk): Austrian public broadcaster operating TV, radio, and online platforms. Comparable as a larger neighboring public service broadcaster with similar multi-channel structure and broader regional influence.

Regional players

• JOJ Group: Slovak commercial broadcaster and direct local competitor to STVR. Comparable as the primary private-sector competitor in the Slovak TV market, particularly relevant given recent FIFA World Cup sublicensing cooperation.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@stvr_sk
• Facebookfacebook.com/stvr.officialpage
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/stvr
• Instagraminstagram.com/stvr.sk
• TikToktiktok.com/@stvr.sk

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Subsidiaries10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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