EBU selects LiveU to modernise Eurovision News Exchange with IP-based delivery

The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) has signed a five-year agreement with LiveU to power its Eurovision News Exchange (ENEX), marking a major shift from satellite-only broadcasting to a hybrid, IP-based system for live news distribution.

Under the deal, the EBU will use LiveU Matrix, the company’s cloud-native video distribution platform, to connect more than 60 public service newsrooms across Europe and beyond. The partnership enables 24/7 content sharing between broadcasters and represents a key milestone in the EBU’s move toward digital-first and sustainable infrastructure.

The Eurovision News Exchange allows EBU members to share live and recorded footage in real time. With LiveU’s platform, the EBU will gradually phase out its satellite network by January 2026, shifting entirely to IP-based contribution. The new system offers faster setup times, greater flexibility, and reduced operational costs while maintaining high-quality, low-latency delivery.

Deployment began earlier this year, with LiveU Matrix already supporting major global news events such as the Papal Conclave. The project also includes a rollout of LiveU Ingest, a cloud recording and content-sharing solution currently being piloted with 15 broadcasters. Once fully implemented, it will simplify the management of both primary and backup news feeds across the network.

The EBU’s choice of LiveU underscores growing industry confidence in LiveU Reliable Transport (LRT) technology, which includes SRT (Secure Reliable Transport) for stable, encrypted video delivery over the internet. The collaboration is expected to enhance workflow efficiency, reduce dependency on satellite infrastructure, and promote more sustainable broadcasting practices.

By adopting LiveU’s IP and cloud solutions, the EBU is creating a future-proof news ecosystem that delivers real-time, high-quality content across borders. The move supports its commitment to innovation, cost-efficiency, and sustainability — setting a new standard for how public service media distribute live news in the digital era.