Starting from June 6, 2025, digital terrestrial television, otherwise known as TNT, will undergo a significant change in the numbering of its channels. This article reveals the details of this new numbering in response to the notable departures of certain channels, including C8, NRJ12, and Canal+. What can we expect from this reorganization, and which channel will replace C8?
The departure of C8 and NRJ12
As part of this reorganization, C8 and NRJ12 will leave the TNT, causing significant rearrangements in the French audiovisual landscape. The decision was made with the aim of optimizing and clarifying the content offerings available to viewers.
The new channel on channel 8
The big question that arises is: which channel will take the place of C8? From the effective date, channel 8 will be assigned to La Chaîne parlementaire (LCP). This assignment is part of a desire to strengthen access to political and parliamentary information for the public.
Changes in the numbering of news channels
Another significant point of this reorganization concerns the news channels. Starting in June 2025, BFMTV, CNEWS, LCI, and Franceinfo will be regrouped with new numbers. Thus, BFMTV will move to channel 13, while CNEWS will be assigned to channel 14 and LCI will take its place on channel 15. Franceinfo, for its part, will be at the end of this block on channel 16.
The reorganization of youth channels
Meanwhile, a notable change will affect channel 12, previously reserved for NRJ12, which will now be reused by Gulli, the channel dedicated to young audiences. This allows for better visibility to programs aimed at a young audience, grouping them on a channel specifically designated for them.
A goal of simplification
The primary objective behind this new numbering is to provide a simplification of access to channels for viewers. By regrouping certain channels by type, such as news channels or youth channels, media consumers will benefit from a more intuitive viewing experience. This reorganization also highlights the importance of a clear structure in the audiovisual offering.
Some additional resources
To learn more about the stakes of this reorganization, detailed articles discuss perspectives related to the creation of a bouquet of news channels, thus encouraging improved accessibility for TNT users. These links provide additional information on these changes: TNT: a promising future for a network of news channels, L’Arcom plans to create a bouquet of news channels, and launch of a new information space.
These changes in TNT numbering represent a major step for the French audiovisual landscape and a move toward a television more suited to the contemporary needs of viewers.
