The FCC has launched a consultation on the proposed rule for a new framework for satellite and terrestrial networks cooperation. The rule would enable terrestrial and satellite operators to collaborate to supplement terrestrial coverage from space. The comments are due on May 12, while reply comments can be submitted until… Read more...

French regulator ARCEP has launched a consultation on the allocation of spectrum to satellite operator OneWeb Limited for a public fixed-satellite service network and to provide communications services for earth stations in motion (ESIM). According to the document, OneWeb is seeking authorization to use frequencies in the bands 10.7 -… Read more...

CITC is asking for the public's views on regulations for spectrum allocated to meteorology, radio astronomy, earth observation, remote-sensing satellites and space research services. Another consultation calls for the public's input on spectrum use regulation for amateur radio services. Both regulations relate to the implementation of CITC's National Spectrum Strategy… Read more...

Ofcom is inviting comments on Starlink's application for six non-geostationary orbit earth station licences. Starlink, the subsidiary of American spacecraft manufacturer SpaceX, is seeking six gateway licences operating in the Ka band frequencies. Starlink already operates three gateways in the UK, and the proposed additional licences are aimed to help… Read more...

Ofcom has launched a consultation on Telesat's application for a non-geostationary orbiting earth station network licence.  NGSO satellite systems deliver broadband services from space with satellites using a low or medium orbit. The document is open for comment until July 22, 2022. Read more...

UK regulator Ofcom has launched a consultation on extending access to spectrum in the Ku-band (14.35-14.5 GHz) for satellite operators. Ofcom says additional spectrum is needed to increase broadband services in rural and remote locations, including offshore energy facilities. The proposed extended Earth Station Network licence would support the deployment… Read more...

The Belgian Institute for Postal Services and Telecommunication (BIPT) is consulting on new rules for satellite ground stations. The draft rules set out various technical conditions for satellite ground stations. These are terminals that communicate with satellites. It sets out frequency bands that can be used by ground stations. These… Read more...

The UK regulator, Ofcom, has launched a consultation on its space spectrum strategy which aims to tackle issues raised by the growing popularity of non-geostationary orbit (NGSO) satellites. The consultation considers the importance of protecting earth observation satellite downlink sites used in the UK as well as the issue of… Read more...

The UK regulator, Ofcom, is consulting on proposed processes for applications for non-geostationary satellite systems. The processes incorporate new checks on interference risks, greater visibility of applications, stronger ways to deal with harmful interference if it occurs, and competition checks. These proposals are available for public comment until September 20. Read more...

The Romanian regulator, ANCOM, has issued a consultation on three draft decisions relating to space spectrum. Its draft decisions to establish a spectrum usage tariff and to exempt some equipment from needing a licence to use space spectrum are available for public comment until May 14. A further draft decision… Read more...