The Norwegian Communications Authority (Nkom) has an open consultation on the regulator's initial assessment for the allocation of the 1500 MHz and 26 GHz bands for 5G. The regulator says there will be further consultations on the design of the overall framework for allocations. Nkom plans to allocate 26 GHz… Read more...

The Colombian ICT Ministry has issued a resolution, seeking stakeholders to express their interest in obtaining licences in the AWS band between 1755–1780 MHz and 2155-2180 MHz FDD. ICT Minister Sandra Urrutia said in a statement that the consultation is part of the "structuring process" for the 5G auction. Stakeholders… Read more...

The European Radio Spectrum Policy Group has launched a consultation on the future of Mobile Satellite Services (MSS) in the 2 GHz band. The specific frequency ranges are 1980–2010 MHz for Earth-to-space communications and 2170–2200 MHz for space-to-Earth communications. Two operators hold licences in the band to provide services within… Read more...

The Dutch authorities have launched a public consultation on a draft issuance policy for private networks in the 3.3-3.8 GHz band following updates to the National Frequency Plan. The majority of the band is designated for mobile communications. The 3400-3450 MHz and 3750-3800 MHz frequencies are intended for private network… Read more...

May, 2023 This consultation has been extended until May 19, 2023. April 17, 2023 The Communications and Utilities Regulatory Authority (CURA) has opened a consultation on the competition investigations framework. These are the guidelines the authority follows when conducting a competition investigation. The regulator is inviting comments on the consultation… Read more...

The Telecommunications Authority of Trinidad and Tobago is seeking comments on the authorisation of maritime radiocommunications stations and maritime mobile service identity numbers. The framework in consultation sets out the regulations for licencing and spectrum use. The consultation closes on May 1, 2023. Read more...

The Belgian Institute for Postal Services and Telecommunications is considering a new fee mechanism for radio relay links. The regulator is proposing to change the annual fee payment from link-based to MHz-based to encourage efficient use of spectrum. The consultation is open until May 12, 2023. Read more...

The National Agency for Regulation in Electronic Communications and Information Technology (ANRCETI) is consulting on licences and licence conditions for DAB+ spectrum in the 174-230 MHz frequency band. There are two simultaneous consultations related to the subject. Both consultations close soon, on April 21, 2023. Read more...

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...

The FCC is seeking comments on the implementation of the Low Power Protection Act, which provides LPTV stations with a limited one-year period to apply for primary spectrum use status. The act includes the eligibility criteria for low power TV stations seeking a Class A licence. The deadline for comments… Read more...