Huawei prioritises nationwide exclusively licensed spectrum policies in support of the deployment of wide area macro-cellular IMT networks and their evolution. It asserts that the Upper 6 GHz band is the only feasible spectrum opportunity for the launch of 6G mobile networks. For 6G, Huawei also identifies sub-1 GHz and… Read more...

Ericsson prioritises exclusive-use licensed spectrum – for commercial wireless deployment at scale – over unlicensed policy frameworks. Spectrum in the 7/8 GHz range is a sweet spot for the company that supports its identification for IMT. Ericsson also supports the assignment of the entire Upper 6 GHz range for 5G… Read more...

Having completed its auction of 1800 MHz spectrum in November 2025, in 2026, Sweden’s regulator PTS is exploring the possible auction of spectrum in the 1500 MHz range, along with the award of a single license in the 700 MHz range. PTS does not envisage the release of spectrum in… Read more...

Cisco supports multiple spectrum management models, including licensed, lightly licensed, unlicensed and shared spectrum, to meet the diverse needs of different users and use cases, including IoT and private networks. While supporting the allocation of new frequencies to mobile services, Cisco strongly advocates for the use of the upper 6… Read more...

Apple recognises the importance of unlicensed and shared spectrum access and hybrid connectivity solutions. It argues that licence-exempt wireless access systems play a key role in global connectivity, complementing licensed mobile networks and driving innovation in devices and services. To meet future indoor connectivity needs, Apple argues that regulators will… Read more...

Samsung supports a wide range of spectrum, including low-, mid- and high-band, enabling tailored 5G deployments for different environments and operator requirements. It prioritises the availability of full-power, licensed spectrum suitable for wide-area mobile broadband networks. Samsung argues that additional spectrum assignment to support both licence-exempt and licensed mobile spectrum… Read more...

In 2025, Italy’s regulator AGCOM decided to renew (rather than re-auction) mobile licences that are set to expire across multiple bands in 2029. In 2026, AGCOM plans to launch a consultation to set the conditions for these licence renewals. AGCOM is now also focused on the second round of licensing… Read more...

Qualcomm argues that additional spectrum for both exclusively licensed 5G and 6G operations and unlicensed use cases is needed to support growing demands and generational mobile technology advances. It considers that the emergence of 6G opens the door to transformative opportunities across all spectrum bands — low, mid and high… Read more...

Nokia prioritises the release of individually licensed spectrum for high-power terrestrial mobile operations with nationwide usage rights. It also supports innovative spectrum management through policies supporting managed shared spectrum, unlicensed spectrum and spectrum for use by vertical industries. Nokia urges regulators to defer decisions on Upper 6 GHz sharing until… Read more...

After completing its highly-anticipated auction of 700 MHz and 800 MHz spectrum in early 2025, Poland’s regulator UKE spent the following months on consulting an extension of 900 MHz spectrum licences, relaunching an attempt to assign 3.8-4.2 GHz spectrum for private networks, but also intensify its fight against spectrum interference… Read more...