RTL Netherlands

News Summary:

RTL Netherlands secured a new multi-year distribution agreement with KPN on April 7, 2026. This carriage deal ensures KPN continues to distribute RTL's linear channels, including RTL 4, RTL 5, RTL 7, RTL 8, RTL Z, RTL Lounge, RTL Crime, and RTL Telekids, maintaining their positions on the pay-TV operator's channel list, and also covers the streaming service Videoland. Previously, on April 2, 2026, DPG Media reported its 2025 revenues reached EUR 2 billion, an increase from EUR 1.75 billion the previous year, attributing this growth to its takeover of RTL Netherlands from July. DPG Media's EBITDA grew to EUR 440 million from EUR 341 million in 2024, with net profit rising to EUR 238 million from EUR 182 million, and the company expects further growth in 2026 from the full consolidation of RTL Netherlands. Earlier, on December 2, 2025, DPG Media unveiled a new strategy and organizational structure, marking the formal integration of RTL Netherlands as it transitions to an integrated organization combining publishing and audiovisual activities.