The Association’s General Assembly today unanimously re-elected its Presidency and reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening the voice of commercial radio in Europe at a time of growing technological, regulatory and competitive challenges.
Brussels, 30 June 2026 – The General Assembly of the Association of European Radios (AER) today unanimously re-elected its Presidency for a new term, reaffirming the organisation’s commitment to representing the interests of commercial radio broadcasters across Europe as the sector navigates a rapidly evolving technological and regulatory landscape.
Stefan Möller, CEO of RadioMedia Finland, was re-elected as President of AER. Corinna Drumm (VÖP, Austria) and Daniela Beaujean (VAUNET, Germany) were re-elected as Vice Presidents, while Luka Duric (HRF, Croatia) continues as Vice President and Treasurer.
During the General Assembly, members reviewed AER’s activities over the past year and adopted the Association’s Programme of Activities for 2026. The programme sets out AER’s priorities for the coming year, including safeguarding radio’s accessibility, discoverability and prominence across connected environments, engaging with European policymakers on key legislative initiatives, and strengthening cooperation across the commercial radio sector.
Following the election, AER President Stefan Möller thanked the members for their continued trust and highlighted the importance of a united European commercial radio industry.
“Everything AER has achieved has been the result of a collective effort. Our members, Task Forces, Secretariat and Presidency have worked together to ensure that the voice of commercial radio is heard where it matters most – in Brussels.
AER has entered a new phase. Alongside our national associations, we have welcomed corporate members, and I hope to see many more European radio companies becoming part of our work. I also encourage broadcasters in countries that do not yet have a national commercial radio association to come together and establish one. Strong national cooperation is the foundation of strong European representation.
Our biggest challenges no longer come from within the radio industry. They come from global technology platforms, digital gatekeepers, artificial intelligence and an increasingly complex European regulatory environment. These challenges affect every commercial broadcaster, regardless of size or market.
The work AER does benefits the entire commercial radio sector. When we help protect radio’s prominence, improve the regulatory framework or ensure policymakers understand radio’s value, the whole industry benefits.
Competition belongs in the marketplace. Cooperation is what gives our industry a strong voice in Brussels. The broader and stronger AER becomes, the more effectively we can represent commercial radio and help secure its future across Europe.”
Looking ahead, AER will continue to advocate for policies that ensure radio remains easily accessible, discoverable and prominent across connected vehicles, voice-controlled interfaces and digital platforms. The Association will also continue to work closely with European institutions, national associations, corporate members and industry partners to strengthen the position of commercial radio in an evolving media landscape.
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About AER
The Association of European Radios (AER) is the leading European organisation representing commercial radio broadcasters. Through its national association members and corporate members, AER promotes the interests of commercial radio before the European institutions and other key stakeholders.
AER works to ensure that commercial radio remains a vibrant, innovative and trusted medium by advocating for fair regulation, technological accessibility and a competitive media environment. Together, AER’s members represent thousands of commercial radio stations and services that reach, inform, entertain and connect millions of Europeans every day.