Radio 1 and Radio 2 make a comeback
Abu Dhabi Media has officially launched Radio 1 and Radio 2 stations, part of the Abu Dhabi Radio Network. Previously managed by Gulf News Broadcasting, the two radio stations ceased operations late last year and have now re-launched with an all new team of presenters. Radio 1 airs on 100.5 FM in Abu Dhabi and on 104.1 FM in Dubai, while Radio 2 airs on 106 FM in Abu Dhabi and 99.3 FM in Dubai. The stations offer six main programs:
Radio 1:
- Daily, 6am – 10am: ‘Breakfast Show’, hosted by Nimi and Mark
- Sunday to Thursday, 10am – 3pm: ‘Fresh and First’, hosted by Chiara
- Daily, 3pm – 7pm: ‘Drive’, hosted by Dane and Gem
Radio 2:
- Daily, 6am – 10am: ‘Morning Show’, hosted by Richard Allen and Laura Naylor
- Daily, 10am – 3pm: ‘The Breeze’, hosted by Sonya Mac
- Daily, 3pm – 7pm: ‘Drive Time’, hosted by Jason King
“The official launch of Radio 1 and Radio 2 under Abu Dhabi Media underscored our strategic efforts to create tangible change in media content at Abu Dhabi Media, and diversify the media brands under it’s umbrella,” says H.E. Mohamed Ebraheem Al Mahmood, Chairman and Managing Director, Abu Dhabi Media. “The addition of Radio 1 and Radio 2 reaffirms our continuous commitment to enhancing Abu Dhabi Media as a comprehensive and diverse media platform. It also highlights our on-going efforts to further advance the media sector in the UAE and the region by supporting all traditional and modern media.”