European Broadcasting Union
The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) is the world’s largest alliance of public‑service media, representing more than 100 broadcasters across Europe and beyond.
Company facts
- Founded
- 1950
- Employees
- 500
- Headquarters
- Switzerland
- Type
- Non-Profit
About
The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) is the world’s largest alliance of public‑service media, representing more than 100 broadcasters across Europe and beyond. Its core mission is to strengthen public‑service values, foster collaboration among members, and shape a trusted, inclusive media landscape. EBU delivers a comprehensive suite of services—including broadcasting and technical standards, media‑law guidance, economic analysis, co‑production, sports‑rights management, spectrum coordination, and targeted training programs—while driving innovation through flagship initiatives such as the Eurovision Song Contest, the Eurovision Sport streaming platform, and the AI Summit. These offerings enable members to reach diverse audiences, advance digital audio‑video technologies, and maintain high‑quality, accessible content.