ARN
ARN is a publicly-traded Australian multi-platform audio entertainment company operating 58 radio stations across 33 markets and the iHeart digital platform, serving 8+ million listeners and selling advertising solutions to brands and agencies nationwide.
- Company typePublic
- Founded1987
- HeadquartersNorth Sydney, Australia
- Headcount—
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingServices
What ARN does
ARN is a publicly-traded Australian multi-platform audio entertainment company that operates broadcast radio, digital streaming, podcasting, and advertising services. The company reaches 8+ million listeners across 58 radio stations in 33 markets, 46+ DAB+ digital stations, and its iHeart digital platform which has 6.5+ million monthly listeners and 25+ million monthly podcast downloads. The business serves audiences across all Australian states and territories and supports advertisers with audio-led solutions spanning metro and regional markets, with iconic brands including KIIS and GOLD under the broadcast portfolio.
The core product suite centers on the iHeart digital audio platform, licensed from iHeartMedia, combined with broadcast stations and a growing slate of podcasts and live events (iHeartLIVE). The technology stack includes proprietary systems such as Dynamic Audio (a world-first dynamic ad-insertion capability for FM broadcasting launched in 2020), the RUBY first-party audience platform with 800+ audience segments, ROAM geo-targeting technology, the NeuroLab neuroscience research partnership, and the Backstage research community. Infrastructure includes a next-generation data lakehouse built on Azure Databricks and Microsoft Fabric, integrated with third-party data partners Westpac DataX and Experian, plus identity spine technology and Forter for fraud detection. The 2026 restructure further concentrates the business on content, data, and technology as core growth pillars.
The business model is advertising-driven across three primary sales channels: national broadcast sales (metro), regional broadcast sales, and digital audio sales. Revenue is generated through traditional spot advertising, programmatic audio (via Magnite, The Trade Desk, and OpenPath), branded content production through the Ruby studio, live events, and video podcasts. The company sells to brands and agencies across diverse verticals including automotive, retail, FMCG, healthcare, and gambling, with sales teams operating across multiple Australian offices. ARN is also expanding adjacent offerings such as video podcasts, branded content, and women's sports programming to diversify revenue beyond traditional broadcast advertising.
ARN firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- ARN
- Legal name
- Australian Radio Network Pty Ltd
- Website
- https://arn.com.au
- Company type
- Public
- Founded year
- 1987
- Operating status
- Operating
- Short description
- ARN is a publicly-traded Australian multi-platform audio entertainment company operating 58 radio stations across 33 markets and the iHeart digital platform, serving 8+ million listeners and selling advertising solutions to brands and agencies nationwide.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
ARN industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Commercial Radio Broadcasting and Audio Advertising
- NAICS
- Broadcasting and Content Providers (516), Motion Picture and Sound Recording Industries (512)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Radio Streaming & Catch-Up Audio Platforms (MPAIADAJ)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Music & Audio Streaming Platforms (BPAMAJAC), Audio Production & Podcasting (BPAFAIAE)
Keywords
Where ARN is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- North Sydney
- HQ country
- Australia
- HQ region
- Oceania
Offices6 records
Markets served
ARN business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Operations, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Audio Advertising: ARN generates revenue primarily through audio advertising across its broadcast, streaming, and podcast platforms. The company offers innovative advertising solutions including Audiosphere, Dynamic Audio (personalized real-time messaging), ROAM (geo-targeted mobile), ARN Amplify (standard audio creative with targeting), and 3D Binaural Audio (immersive commercials). Advertising is sold through metro, regional, and digital sales teams to brand partners and agencies.
- Research and Insights Services: ARN offers research solutions including Connections Planner (audio intelligence for campaign planning), Backstage (engaged research community), and NeuroLab (neuroscience-based advertising evaluation). These services enhance advertiser campaigns and provide additional revenue streams.
- Branded Content (Ruby): Ruby, ARN's branded content studio, creates original branded podcasts for advertisers. Brands invest in media and Ruby covers all production, talent, and distribution costs, delivering premium content and measurable ROI as added value.
- Live Events (iHeartLIVE): ARN generates revenue through live entertainment experiences featuring global superstars and Australian icons. iHeartLIVE events offer brand partnership opportunities for engaging music fans in meaningful, memorable ways.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | Custom advertising solutions based on client requirements |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels7 records
Marketing channels7 records
ARN product offering
Product offeringCore offering
ARN operates a national audio entertainment business spanning 58 broadcast radio stations across 33 markets, more than 46 DAB+ digital stations, and the iHeart digital audio platform reaching over 6.5 million monthly podcast listeners. The company monetises its audience reach through advertising solutions (Dynamic Audio, ROAM, ARN Amplify, Audiosphere, 3D Binaural Audio), research tools (Connections Planner, Backstage, NeuroLab), branded content production (Ruby), live entertainment (iHeartLIVE), and first-party data targeting (RUBY audience platform).
Product overview
ARN (Australian Radio Network) is an entertainment company operating a multi-platform audio and entertainment business. Its core digital product is iHeart — a digital audio platform bringing together broadcast radio, podcasts, music streaming, and video podcasts under one roof, reaching more than 6.5 million monthly listeners. ARN's radio network spans multiple sub-brands: the KIIS Network (contemporary hit radio across five metro markets), the GOLD Network (classic hits across seven stations), CADA (Hip Hop and R&B nationally), more than 46 DAB+ digital stations, and a Regional Network covering 58 stations in 33 markets plus 47 Super Radio Network stations. iHeartLIVE delivers live fan experiences at scale. On the advertising side, ARN offers AI-powered addressable solutions including Dynamic Audio, ROAM (geo-targeted mobile), ARN Amplify, and Audiosphere, alongside research tools (Connections Planner, Backstage, NeuroLab). Ruby is ARN's branded content studio, and RUBY is its first-party audience data platform enabling programmatic targeting. Content events including Save Our Pub, Run Club Rave, Kiised at Sea, and The Zone create cultural moments for brand partnerships. iHeart distributes content on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, YouTube Music, and YouTube, with dynamic ads following content across platforms.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- KIIS Network: Radio network featuring contemporary hit music with stations KIIS 1065, KIIS 1011, KIIS 973, KIIS 1023, and KIIS Perth, featuring talent including Will & Woody, Smallzy, and Kyle & Jackie O
- GOLD Network
- CADA
- iHeart
- Super Radio Network
- iHeartLIVE
- Ruby Australia
- TikTok Trending
- Woolworths Radio
- Chemist Warehouse Remix
- Elf Radio
Products and services
- iHeart
- KIIS Network
- GOLD Network
- CADA
- ARN Digital Stations (DAB+)
- ARN Regional Network
- iHeartLIVE
- Dynamic Audio
- ROAM
- ARN Amplify
- Audiosphere
- 3D Binaural Audio
- Connections Planner
- Backstage
- NeuroLab
- Ruby Branded Content Studio
- RUBY First-Party Audience Platform
- iHeart Originals
- iHeart Women's Sports Network
Quantifiable outcome
- Reach over 8 million listeners across radio, digital audio, and podcasts
- +5 more outcomes
Companies that use ARN
Customer profileNamed customers12 records
Segments2 records
Ideal customer profiles1 record
ARN technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration11 records
AI capability12 records
Feature10 records
ARN partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
30 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and supporting.
- TikTokcoreARN and TikTok partnership to bring music, trends, and culture to Australian audiences through radio, streaming, social, and live events. Partnership includes TikTok Trending - world's first TikTok radio station broadcasting 24/7 on iHeart, Australia's #1 DAB+ station for under-30s. Extended into 2026 with TikTok Viral Chart Shows planned across KIIS, CADA, and regional stations.
- Are MediamajorARN's iHeart partnered with Are Media, Australia's largest women's lifestyle network, to distribute premium podcasts including marie claire's 'You're Gonna Want to Hear This'. Partnership opens integrated commercial opportunities for brands to engage Australian women across both media networks. Are Media brands include WHO, ELLE, marie claire, Belle, Home Beautiful, The Australian Women's Weekly, Gourmet Traveller.
- ITV Studios AustraliamajorLandmark partnership between iHeart, ITV Studios Australia, and Nine to produce 'Love Island Australia: Officially Unpacked' podcast. Partnership marks a major step in iHeart's strategy to create premium entertainment experiences blending audio, video, and social engagement.
- Ruby (iHeartMedia)coreARN debuted iHeartMedia's branded content studio Ruby in Australia. Ruby creates meaningful branded podcasts for partners, handling creative conception, production, promotion, and measurement. In the US, Ruby has produced 50+ original titles with major advertisers including Audible, HBO, IBM, Salesforce.
- Westpac DataXmajorData partnership with Westpac DataX unlocking transaction insights from 13 million Westpac customers. Collaboration powers 800+ new audience segments for smarter targeting and more measurable outcomes.
- ExperianmajorPartnership with Experian brings best-in-class consumer segmentation and census data to the iHeart Network, powering 800+ new audience segments.
- AzirasupportingExisting data partnership with Azira for audience enrichment across iHeart streaming and podcast ecosystem.
- HypsupportingExisting data partnership with Hyp for audience enrichment across iHeart streaming and podcast ecosystem.
- LiveRampmajorLiveRamp integrated as data cleanroom alongside Infosum, providing privacy-safe ways for advertisers to collaborate with ARN using their first-party customer data.
- InfosummajorData cleanroom partnership providing privacy-safe collaboration between advertisers and ARN. Combined with LiveRamp for expanded data activation capabilities.
- MagnitemajorPartnership with Magnite connects iHeart's advertising technology directly to Magnite's exchange, creating new paths for advertiser demand in programmatic audio buying.
- OpenPathmajorOpenPath provides direct access to iHeart inventory via efficient and transparent supply path for buyers using The Trade Desk.
- The Trade DeskmajorProgrammatic audio buying through The Trade Desk via OpenPath supply path for efficient and transparent access to iHeart inventory.
- CRA (Commercial Radio Australia)majorCRA audio ID integration enables programmatic audio buying across iHeart to be more efficient and effective.
- Azure Databricks / Microsoft FabriccoreNext-generation data lakehouse implementation on Azure Databricks and Microsoft Fabric to transform ARN's data infrastructure.
- Making The CallmajorPartnership with Making The Call to launch Australia's first-ever audio network dedicated entirely to women's sports - iHeart Women's Sports Network.
- Saatchi & SaatchimajorARN worked with Saatchi & Saatchi as creative agency for Ampol's 'Last Chance Servo' campaign, using Dynamic Audio technology to deliver contextually tailored commercials to drivers on outback roads.
- iHeartMediacoreARN is the exclusive authorized licensee of iHeartRadio in Australia. This long-standing partnership provides ARN access to iHeartMedia's platform technology, content library (100M+ songs, 1M+ artists, 100k+ podcasts), and branded content studio Ruby. Content created by ARN is distributed on iHeart platform and other major podcast platforms.
- NinemajorPartnership with Nine for Love Island Australia: Officially Unpacked podcast. Available on Nine Now, iHeart, and all major podcast platforms.
- Super Radio NetworkmajorSuper Radio Network is Australia's largest privately owned network of commercial radio stations, comprising 47 AM and FM stations covering 93% of NSW and extending into Queensland and Northern Territory.
- Capital Radio NetworksupportingCapital Radio Network stations in Canberra, Goulburn, Snowy Mountains, Gippsland, and Perth extend ARN's regional reach.
- AudiblesupportingAudible is a major brand partner of Ruby's branded podcast content in the US market, demonstrating Ruby's capability to attract global advertisers.
- HBOsupportingHBO is a major brand partner of Ruby's branded podcast content in the US market.
- IBMsupportingIBM is a major brand partner of Ruby's branded podcast content in the US market.
- SalesforcesupportingSalesforce is a major brand partner of Ruby's branded podcast content in the US market.
- The New York TimessupportingInternational podcast content partnership bringing The New York Times podcasts to Australian audiences on iHeart platform.
- BBC StudiossupportingInternational podcast content partnership bringing BBC Studios podcasts to Australian audiences on iHeart platform.
- Sony Music EntertainmentsupportingInternational music content partnership with Sony Music Entertainment providing access to extensive music catalog on iHeart platform.
- GlobalsupportingInternational podcast content partnership with Global bringing premium global podcasts to Australian audiences on iHeart platform.
- Bravecasting Podcast NetworksupportingBravecasting Podcast Network is the production partner for Law the Podcast, Australia's number one crime podcast creator, distributed on iHeartPodcast Network.
Scale indicators18 records
Recent moves10 records
Expansion highlights9 records
ARN competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Southern Cross Media Group (SCA): Australia's other major commercial radio broadcaster operating the Hit Network and Triple M networks across metro and regional Australia. Directly competes with ARN's KIIS and GOLD networks for advertisers, audiences, and talent, and offers comparable digital audio and podcast assets.
- Nova Entertainment: Australian commercial radio broadcaster operating the Nova and Smooth FM networks in metro markets. Directly competes with ARN's KIIS network for listeners and advertisers, with similar music-format positioning and digital audio offerings.
- Bauer Media Audio: Operates a portfolio of radio brands and digital audio properties in Australia and internationally. Comparable to ARN as a multi-station commercial broadcaster serving advertisers with broadcast + digital audio assets.
- Global (Global Media & Entertainment): UK-based commercial radio broadcaster operating Capital, Heart, Classic FM, LBC and Smooth, with international podcast distribution. Comparable to ARN as a multi-network radio broadcaster with digital audio and podcast offerings, and is also a content distribution partner of iHeart in Australia.
Broad incumbents
- iHeartMedia: The US-based global radio and digital audio company whose iHeartRadio platform ARN licenses in Australia. Operates 860+ stations in the US and is the developer of many technologies ARN uses (Dynamic Audio, Ruby branded content studio). Functionally the parent licensor and a strategic counterpart.
- Seven West Media: Major Australian diversified media company operating the Seven television network plus digital audio (7plus) and Pacific Magazines. Competes with ARN for advertising budgets across television, digital, and audio, and is a peer in the broader Australian media advertising market.
- Nine Entertainment: Australian media company operating Channel Nine, streaming (9Now), publishing, and previously radio. Direct competitor for advertising dollars and also a content partner of ARN via the Love Island Australia podcast. Comparable in scale and audience reach across video, audio, and digital.
- Sirius XM Holdings: US subscription and ad-supported audio entertainment company combining satellite radio, streaming (Pandora), and podcasts. Comparable to ARN as a multi-format audio platform monetised through advertising and subscriptions, though operating under a different regulatory and geographic context.
Emerging players
- Spotify: Global audio streaming platform that distributes iHeart podcasts and competes for digital audio listening time. Increasingly building podcast original content and ad-tech (Spotify Ad Studio), making it both a distribution partner and a strategic competitor for advertiser attention in Australian audio.
Others
- ARN's digital audio competitors (Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts): Global streaming and podcast platforms that distribute iHeart content while also competing for Australian listener time. Adjacent ecosystem participants that influence ARN's reach and monetisation through their platforms.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat7 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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ARN leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles18 records
ARN subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries2 records
ARN funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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ARN M&A and investment
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Frequently asked questions about ARN
What does ARN do?
ARN operates a national audio entertainment business spanning 58 broadcast radio stations across 33 markets, more than 46 DAB+ digital stations, and the iHeart digital audio platform reaching over 6.5 million monthly podcast listeners. The company monetises its audience reach through advertising solutions (Dynamic Audio, ROAM, ARN Amplify, Audiosphere, 3D Binaural Audio), research tools (Connections Planner, Backstage, NeuroLab), branded content production (Ruby), live entertainment (iHeartLIVE), and first-party data targeting (RUBY audience platform).
Is ARN a public or private company?
ARN is a public company. It is classified as public and is currently operating.
When was ARN founded?
ARN was founded in 1987.
Where is ARN based?
ARN is headquartered in North Sydney, Australia, in the Oceania region.
How does ARN make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. Audio Advertising is the primary driver. The others are research and Insights Services, branded Content (Ruby) and live Events (iHeartLIVE).
Who are ARN's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Southern Cross Media Group (SCA), Nova Entertainment, Bauer Media Audio and Global (Global Media & Entertainment). Broad incumbents are iHeartMedia, Seven West Media, Nine Entertainment and Sirius XM Holdings. Spotify is listed as an emerging player. ARN's digital audio competitors (Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts) is listed as an others.
Does ARN have an API?
No public API is recorded for ARN.
What industry is ARN in?
ARN's product category is Commercial Radio Broadcasting and Audio Advertising. Its primary akta.pro industry code is MPAIADAJ, Radio Streaming & Catch-Up Audio Platforms, with a secondary code of BPAMAJAC, Music & Audio Streaming Platforms. Its NAICS code is 516.