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Primocanale is an Italian regional television channel operating in the local news and information format, serving the Liguria region. The primary language of broadcasting is Italian. The channel was founded in 1977 as Genova 1 by the Fusco family, and over the years, it went through several changes, merging with other local broadcasters to expand its coverage. In 2021, the channel was acquired by the Sestri Levante entrepreneur Stefano Cavalleri. In 2024, Primocanale announced a distribution agreement with the Liguria regional affiliate of the Sportitalia network to broadcast the Serie A Now football program. The channel is headquartered in Genoa, Liguria, Italy. The company’s CEO is Stefano Cavalleri, and the channel is part of the 7Gold group. The channel's director is Claudio Cassinelli.

On air, Primocanale is renowned for its Liguria-specific news coverage, operating three daily news editions: Primocanale 13, which is the lunchtime newscast; Primocanale 19, the evening news; and Primocanale 24, a more general edition. A dedicated web news program, Enrico a Primocanale, is hosted by journalist Enrico娘家. The channel also produces specialized segments such as "Il Meteo" (weather forecast) and sports coverage focusing on local teams, including Serie A football club Genoa CFC. The channel is broadcast on digital terrestrial television, has a significant web presence, and operates a 24/7 live stream on its website, which is one of the most viewed live streams among Italian local broadcasters.

Primocanale is available on digital terrestrial television in the Liguria region on Logical Channel Number (LCN) 19. The channel also broadcasts free-to-air via satellite on the Eutelsat 9B satellite at 9.0 degrees east, with technical parameters including frequency 12303 V, DVB-S2, symbol rate 31400, FEC 2/3, and MPEG-4 HD. Viewers can watch online the live broadcast of Primocanale through the official website primocanale.it, which offers a 24/7 live stream accessible on any device. The channel's YouTube channel also provides highlights and live streams of select events. The channel's official Facebook page provides additional news updates.

The channel has collaborated with the University of Genoa to produce a communication project titled “Comunicazione e territorio” that integrates university students into the Primocanale newsroom. This project allows journalism students to gain hands-on experience. Primocanale is known for its innovative use of digital platforms, including a strong focus on developing its app and web player. The channel's news coverage is known for being highly responsive to breaking news in Liguria. The channel's journalist team includes Paolo Basso, who has conducted interviews with political figures and served as the channel's representative at public events. Primocanale also hosts political and debate programs, furthering its role as a key source of information for the residents of Liguria. The channel's financial reports indicate a 2023 net profit of 223,121 euros. Primocanale is the most-read news website in Liguria, and its television channel is the top-ranked local broadcaster in the region.

Primocanale strives to be the primary source of local news and information for the Liguria region, connecting residents of Genoa, Savona, Imperia, and La Spezia with timely news, sports updates, and cultural events. The mission of the channel is to provide high-quality regional journalism with a strong digital focus, ensuring that Ligurians at home and abroad can stay connected to their region through the most advanced online platforms. Thanks to its digital terrestrial coverage, satellite distribution, and highly popular online streaming platform, Primocanale provides the opportunity to watch its live broadcast on any device, ensuring that its news coverage reaches audiences across Liguria, Italy, and the global Italian diaspora wherever they are.

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