radio spectrum regulation

Get in-depth knowledge on the latest developments in radio spectrum with our dedicated Radio Spectrum intelligence services. Complementing our main Telecoms services, this is a unique database of reports and data on spectrum assignments, licence conditions, auction design and spectrum regulation, forming an essential independent resource for regulators, operators and manufacturers

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    Track and compare mobile spectrum allocation at national level Access to a database on periodic and one-off spectrum fees Stay informed on current rules and limits for exposure to electromagnetic fields (EMF)
    Keep up to date on forthcoming spectrum awards with summary reports and a detailed database on award results and assignments Keep informed on advances in mobile connectivity, and the implications for radio spectrum and infrastructure deployment policies Track and compare regulation for spectrum trading and sharing, and follow the main agreements
    Compare licence conditions set by different governments Track and compare temporary and permanent spectrum caps Stay briefed on existing and new obligations associated with spectrum rights

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Slovakia launches multiband award in five bands
01 April 25 Monika Kačeriaková

The Slovak regulator starts an auction to award 510 MHz of spectrum across five bands for a total reserve price of €363m. The auction will shape the national mobile market until 2048.

Panamanian regulator grants additional 1900 MHz spectrum to Tigo
31 March 25 Jose Jehuda Garcia

The Panamanian telecoms regulator, ASEP, granted mobile network operator Tigo an additional 2x5 MHz block in the 1900 MHz band under the contract the operator signed with ASEP in 2014.

Poland awards the 700 MHz band
27 March 25 Monika Kačeriaková

Poland awards 2x35 MHz of spectrum under 1 GHz for a total of more than PLN 2.5bn (€600m). Polkomtel won 2x5 MHz and the other three mobile operators won 2x10 MHz each. The licences will be valid until 31 May 2040.

Germany extends mobile licences, imposing strict coverage obligations
25 March 25 Dieter Kronegger

The German regulator will extend licences in the 800 MHz, 1800 MHz and 2.6 GHz bands until the end of 2030. The three mobile network operators will have to cover 99.5% of the area of Germany and must negotiate with service providers, MVNOs and new entrant 1&1.

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