All major national operators have now launched 5G services including Vodafone, T-Mobile and KPN.
The Netherlands first assigned the 700 MHz band in 2020.
The country plans to auction the 3.6 GHz bands in late 2023. At present, the majority of the 3.6 GHz band is currently used by satellite company Inmarsat. Inmarsat will be relocated to Greece to facilitate the auction.
Operators have largely relied on their existing spectrum holdings to launch 5G in the country.
In 700 MHz band there is no interest in acquiring spectrum during 2020. A new public consultation is planned in 2022. The probable year announced by the operators for the acquisition of spectrum is 2023.
In 3.4-3.8 GHz band in 2021 three operators acquired licences, total 3x100 MHz. In band 3.4-3.6 GHz there are free 70 MHz, 30 MHz are used for national security purposes. In 2023 a new public consultation is planned.
In 26 GHz band available spectrum is 2.578 GHz. Consultations held at the end of 2020 - beginning of 2021, declared fundamental interest. There is use of fixed networks (point-to-point and FWA), envisaged managed shared use of fixed and terrestrial networks. In 2022, a new public consultation is planned.
Source: EC
Bulgaria
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of km served across main transport paths
No data reported
Limited progress
Bulgaria
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Population coverage
67.2% (overall)
Limited progress
DESI 2023 data
Bulgaria
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
5G corridors
Thessaloniki, Sofia-Belgrade
EL-BG-RS
Limited progress
Bulgaria
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
Specific provisions for verticals
None
Limited progress
Bulgaria
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
5G verticals trials & initiatives
1 trial identified
Limited progress
Bulgaria
Other (indirectly relevant) targets
Member States spending on to the digital priority in Recovery and Resilience Plans
26%
Yes
€ 886 million (large-scale deployment of digital infrastructure; enhancing digital skills; digitalisation of public administration)
Croatia
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of base stations deployed
3,533
Yes
Source: EC
Croatia
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Network performance: speed
75.36 Mbps
Yes
Median mobile data speed 02/23
Croatia
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Current usage of 5G pioneer bands
100%
Yes
In band 3.4-3.6 GHz 80 MHz is licensed for 5G to regional operators and 120 MHz to national operators.
Source: EC
Croatia
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of km served across main transport paths
No data reported
Limited progress
Croatia
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Population coverage
82.5% (overall)
Limited progress
DESI 2023 data
Croatia
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
5G corridors
No agreement/project identified
Limited progress
Croatia
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
Specific provisions for verticals
Proposed
Limited progress
Regional licences in 3410-3800 MHz
Croatia
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
5G verticals trials & initiatives
0 trials identified
Limited progress
Croatia
Other (indirectly relevant) targets
Member States spending on to the digital priority in Recovery and Resilience Plans
20%
Yes
€ 497 million (digital transition of the public administration; digital connectivity of rural areas; digitalisation of higher education)
Cyprus
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of base stations deployed
979
Yes
Source: EC
Cyprus
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Network performance: speed
60.42 Mbps
Yes
Median mobile data speed 02/23
Cyprus
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Current usage of 5G pioneer bands
66.67%
Yes
Source: EC
Cyprus
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of km served across main transport paths
No data reported
Limited progress
Cyprus
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Population coverage
100% (overall)
Yes
DESI 2023 data
Cyprus
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
5G corridors
No agreement/project identified
Limited progress
Cyprus
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
Specific provisions for verticals
None
No
Cyprus
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
5G verticals trials & initiatives
0 trials identified
No
Cyprus
Other (indirectly relevant) targets
Member States spending on to the digital priority in Recovery and Resilience Plans
23%
Yes
€ 260 million (supporting connectivity; digitisation of public services; promoting digital educations and skills; enabling the digital health transition)
Czechia
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of base stations deployed
8,550
Yes
Source: EC
Czechia
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Network performance: speed
45.62 Mbps
Yes
Median mobile data speed 02/23
Czechia
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Current usage of 5G pioneer bands
66.67%
Yes
1000 MHz in 26GHz band is reserved for experimental individual authorisation. Source: EC
Czechia
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of km served across main transport paths
No data reported
Limited progress
Czechia
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Population coverage
82.6% (overall)
Limited progress
DESI 2023 data
Czechia
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
5G corridors
Czech-Bavarian 5G corridor
Limited progress
Czechia
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
Specific provisions for verticals
None
No
Czechia
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
5G verticals trials & initiatives
0 trials identified
No
Czechia
Other (indirectly relevant) targets
Member States spending on to the digital priority in Recovery and Resilience Plans
22%
Yes
€ 1.7 billion (digital skills for the digital age; e-services; fostering the digital transition of the economy)
Denmark
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of base stations deployed
8,553
Yes
Source: EC
Denmark
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Network performance: speed
123.66 Mbps
Yes
Median mobile data speed 02/23
Denmark
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Current usage of 5G pioneer bands
99.17%
Yes
The 10 MHz as guard band in 3.6 GHz band.
Source: EC
Denmark
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of km served across main transport paths
No data reported
Limited progress
Denmark
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Population coverage
97.8% (overall)
Yes
DESI 2023 data
Denmark
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
5G corridors
Nordic Way2 NO-SE-FI-DK
Yes
Denmark
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
Specific provisions for verticals
Proposed
Limited progress
3740–3800 MHz under investigation
Denmark
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
5G verticals trials & initiatives
0 trials identified
Limited progress
Denmark
Other (indirectly relevant) targets
Member States spending on to the digital priority in Recovery and Resilience Plans
25%
Yes
€ 89 million (digital strategy; high-speed internet; SME's digital transition)
Estonia
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of base stations deployed
No data reported
Limited progress
Source: EC
Estonia
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Network performance: speed
66.77 Mbps
Limited progress
Median mobile data speed 02/23
Estonia
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Current usage of 5G pioneer bands
65.83%
Yes
Estonia
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of km served across main transport paths
No data reported
Limited progress
Estonia
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Population coverage
43.3% (overall)
Limited progress
DESI 2023 data
Estonia
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
5G corridors
5G-Routes (CAM, Rail, maritime) EE-LT-LV
Limited progress
Estonia
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
Specific provisions for verticals
None
Limited progress
Estonia
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
5G verticals trials & initiatives
3 trials identified
Limited progress
Estonia
Other (indirectly relevant) targets
Member States spending on to the digital priority in Recovery and Resilience Plans
22%
Yes
€ 204 million (Digitalising companies; Digitalising public administration; Increasing connectivity).
Finland
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of base stations deployed
9,000
Yes
Source: EC
Finland
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Network performance: speed
91.31 Mbps
Yes
Median mobile data speed 02/23
Finland
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Current usage of 5G pioneer bands
99.17%
Yes
The 10 MHz as guard band in 3.6 GHz band. The 26 GHz area has been fully assigned, in total 3250 MHz; 24,25-25,1 GHz for local networks and 25,1-27,5 GHz for operators.
Source: EC
Finland
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of km served across main transport paths
In late 2020, 100 Mbps 5G networks covered 17% of Finland's main roads and highways and 18% of the railway network
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
Specific provisions for verticals
Implemented
Yes
24.25–25.1 GHz
Finland
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
5G verticals trials & initiatives
4 trials identified
Yes
Finland
Other (indirectly relevant) targets
Member States spending on to the digital priority in Recovery and Resilience Plans
27%
Yes
€ 301 (Digital connectivity; Rail services fit for future; Digital innovations for social welfare and health care services; Continuous learning; Recruiting international talent).
France
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of base stations deployed
39,502
Yes
Source: EC
France
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Network performance: speed
69.07 Mbps
Yes
Median mobile data speed 02/23
France
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Current usage of 5G pioneer bands
59.17%
Yes
Source: EC
France
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of km served across main transport paths
No data reported
Limited progress
France
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Population coverage
88.8% (overall)
Yes
DESI 2023 data
France
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
5G corridors
Barcelona-Perpignan, Santander-Biarritz
ES-FR
Limited progress
France
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
Specific provisions for verticals
Implemented
Yes
2575–2615 MHz
France
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
5G verticals trials & initiatives
3 trials identified
Yes
France
Other (indirectly relevant) targets
Member States spending on to the digital priority in Recovery and Resilience Plans
21%
Yes
€ 1 billion (digitalisation of companies; digitalisation of schools; digitalisation of public administration).
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
Specific provisions for verticals
Implemented
Yes
3700–3800 MHz & 26 GHz
Germany
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
5G verticals trials & initiatives
17 trials identified
Yes
Germany
Other (indirectly relevant) targets
Member States spending on to the digital priority in Recovery and Resilience Plans
52%
Yes
€ 5.25 billion (investment in microelectronics and communication technologies; next generation cloud infrastructures and services; digitisation of public services)
Greece
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of base stations deployed
3,187
Yes
Source: EC
Greece
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Network performance: speed
63.60 Mbps
Yes
Median mobile data speed 02/23
Greece
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Current usage of 5G pioneer bands
99.17%
Yes
3400-3410MHz reserved for 5G pilot, testing & research applications.
Source: EC
Greece
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of km served across main transport paths
No data reported
Limited progress
Greece
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Population coverage
85.7% (overall)
Yes
DESI 2023 data
Greece
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
5G corridors
Thessaloniki, Sofia-Belgrade
EL-BG-RS
Limited progress
Greece
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
Specific provisions for verticals
Proposed
Limited progress
Greece has reserved spectrum in 733-736 MHz and 788-791 MHz, 3400-3410 MHz, as well as 200 MHz from the higher 26 GHz band.
Greece
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
5G verticals trials & initiatives
2 trials identified
Limited progress
Greece
Other (indirectly relevant) targets
Member States spending on to the digital priority in Recovery and Resilience Plans
23.3%
Yes
€ 2.1 billion (development of 5G networks; digital transformation of public sector; digitalisation of businesses; digital transformation of education).
Hungary
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of base stations deployed
2,169
Yes
Source: EC
Hungary
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Network performance: speed
44.17 Mbps
Yes
Median mobile data speed 02/23
Hungary
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Current usage of 5G pioneer bands
60.28%
Yes
The 10 MHz as guard band in 3.6 GHz band. Regarding 26 GHz spectrum band, NMHH has already conducted 2 public consultations and no need for this band was indicated from the operators. NMHH held the 3rd public consultation on 22nd March 2022 about the use of this spectrum band. The analyses of the conclusion of the 3rd public consultation is underway.
Source: EC
Hungary
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of km served across main transport paths
No data reported
Limited progress
Hungary
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Population coverage
57.9% (overall)
Limited progress
DESI 2023 data
Hungary
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
5G corridors
None identified
Limited progress
Hungary
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
Specific provisions for verticals
None
Limited progress
Hungary
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
5G verticals trials & initiatives
1 trial identified
Limited progress
Hungary
Other (indirectly relevant) targets
Member States spending on to the digital priority in Recovery and Resilience Plans
29.8%
Yes
€ 1.3 billion (reinforced digital skills and better digital equipment in education; digitalisation of the healthcare sector; safer and digital public transport).
Ireland
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of base stations deployed
3,098
Yes
Source: EC
Ireland
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Network performance: speed
31.01 Mbps
Yes
Median mobile data speed 02/23
Ireland
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Current usage of 5G pioneer bands
62.50%
Yes
Ireland
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of km served across main transport paths
No data reported
Limited progress
Ireland
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Population coverage
83.9% (overall)
Limited progress
DESI 2023 data
Ireland
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
5G corridors
None identified
Limited progress
Ireland
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
Specific provisions for verticals
None
No
Ireland
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
5G verticals trials & initiatives
None identified
No
Ireland
Other (indirectly relevant) targets
Member States spending on to the digital priority in Recovery and Resilience Plans
32%
Yes
€ 291 million (supporting the digitalisation of the public sector; digitisation of businesses; promoting digital skills).
Italy
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of base stations deployed
53,863
Yes
No data available.
Source: EC
Italy
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Network performance: speed
44.22 Mbps
Yes
Median mobile data speed 02/23
Italy
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Current usage of 5G pioneer bands
93.33%
Yes
Source: EC
Italy
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of km served across main transport paths
No data reported
Limited progress
Italy
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Population coverage
99.7% (overall)
Yes
DESI 2023 data
Italy
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
5G corridors
Brenner Corridor IT-AT-DE
Limited progress
Italy
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
Specific provisions for verticals
None
Limited progress
Italy
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
5G verticals trials & initiatives
9 trials identified
Limited progress
Italy
Other (indirectly relevant) targets
Member States spending on to the digital priority in Recovery and Resilience Plans
25%
Yes
€ 26.1 billion (development of ultra-fast and 5G networks; digitalisation of businesses; digitalisation of the public administration).
Latvia
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of base stations deployed
449
Yes
Source: EC
Latvia
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Network performance: speed
58.90 Mbps
Yes
Median mobile data speed 02/23
Latvia
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Current usage of 5G pioneer bands
62.50%
Yes
LV has recently released 50 MHz in 3.6-3.8 GHz band, so only 350 MHz remain awarded under 5G conditions. 112 MHz in 26GHz band has been assigned to Fixed Links.
Source: EC
Latvia
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of km served across main transport paths
No data reported
Limited progress
Latvia
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Population coverage
42% (overall)
Limited progress
DESI 2023 data
Latvia
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
5G corridors
5G-Routes (CAM, Rail, maritime) EE-LT-LV
Limited progress
Latvia
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
Specific provisions for verticals
None
No
Latvia
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
5G verticals trials & initiatives
None
No
Latvia
Other (indirectly relevant) targets
Member States spending on to the digital priority in Recovery and Resilience Plans
21%
Yes
€ 232.5 million: businesses digitalisation; digital upskilling; 5G deployment
Lithuania
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of base stations deployed
1,610
Yes
Source: EC
Lithuania
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Network performance: speed
68.31 Mbps
Yes
Overal mobile data speed 08/22
Lithuania
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Current usage of 5G pioneer bands
47.22%
Limited progress
100 MHz in 3.6-3.8 GHz band and 2x10 MHz in 700 MHz band to test 5G technology, temporary licence 65 MHz within the band 3.6-3.8 GHz has been assigned for one operator under technology neutral licence and partly used for 5G as well. Spectrum auctions in the 700 MHz and 3.4-3.7 GHz will take place during the Q2 and Q3 of 2022.
Source: EC
Lithuania
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of km served across main transport paths
No data reported
Limited progress
Lithuania
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Population coverage
90.1% (overall)
Yes
DESI 2023 data
Lithuania
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
5G corridors
5G-Routes (CAM, Rail, maritime) EE-LT-LLT-PL Via Baltica Kaunas-Warsaw
Limited progress
Lithuania
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
Specific provisions for verticals
None
Limited progress
Lithuania
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
5G verticals trials & initiatives
1 trial identified
Limited progress
Lithuania
Other (indirectly relevant) targets
Member States spending on to the digital priority in Recovery and Resilience Plans
32%
Yes
€ 307 million: tailored technology for the Lithuanian language; customer-oriented services; 5G networks.
Luxembourg
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of base stations deployed
887
Yes
Source: EC
Luxembourg
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Network performance: speed
84.59 Mbps
Yes
Median mobile data speed 02/23
Luxembourg
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Current usage of 5G pioneer bands
60.83%
Yes
Source: EC
Luxembourg
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of km served across main transport paths
No data reported
Limited progress
Luxembourg
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Population coverage
93.2% (overall)
Yes
DESI 2023 data
Luxembourg
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
5G corridors
Metz-Merzig-Luxembourg FR-DE-LU
Limited progress
Luxembourg
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
Specific provisions for verticals
None
No
Luxembourg
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
5G verticals trials & initiatives
0 trials identified
No
Luxembourg
Other (indirectly relevant) targets
Member States spending on to the digital priority in Recovery and Resilience Plans
32%
Yes
€ 23.8 million: secure communications; digital services for public; digitise healthcare.
Malta
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of base stations deployed
440
Yes
Source: EC
Malta
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Network performance: speed
53.38 Mbps
Yes
Median mobile data speed 02/23
Malta
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Current usage of 5G pioneer bands
25%
Yes
The MCA has assigned three spectrum licences in the 3.6 GHz 5G pioneer band following an expression of interest in such spectrum by the MNOs currently operating in Malta. Malta has currently issued a trial licence in the 700 MHz band to one of the MNOs for test and trial purposes.
Source: EC
Malta
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of km served across main transport paths
No data reported
Limited progress
Malta
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Population coverage
100% (overall)
Yes
DESI 2023 data
Malta
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
5G corridors
None identified
Limited progress
Malta
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
Specific provisions for verticals
None
No
Malta
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
5G verticals trials & initiatives
0 trials identified
No
Malta
Other (indirectly relevant) targets
Member States spending on to the digital priority in Recovery and Resilience Plans
26%
Yes
€ 59 million: digitalisation of public administration and public services; digitalisation of companies; digitalisation of the justice system.
Netherlands
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of base stations deployed
12,858
Yes
Source: EC
Netherlands
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Network performance: speed
114.28 Mbps
Yes
Median mobile data speed 02/23
Netherlands
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Current usage of 5G pioneer bands
33.33%
Limited progress
Source: EC
Netherlands
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of km served across main transport paths
No data reported
Limited progress
Netherlands
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Population coverage
100% (overall)
Yes
DESI 2023 data
Netherlands
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
5G corridors
Antwerp-Rotterdam-North Sea (Vlissingen) BE-NL
Limited progress
Netherlands
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
Specific provisions for verticals
Proposed
Limited progress
Plans to set aside 3750–3800 MHz
Netherlands
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
5G verticals trials & initiatives
4 trials identified
Limited progress
Netherlands
Other (indirectly relevant) targets
Member States spending on to the digital priority in Recovery and Resilience Plans
26%
Yes
€ 622 million: quantum technology; digital skills for the digital age; improving rail connectivity.
Poland
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of base stations deployed
23,943
Yes
Source: EC
Poland
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Network performance: speed
43.81 Mbps
Yes
Median mobile data speed 02/23
Poland
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Current usage of 5G pioneer bands
0%
No
Source: EC
Poland
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of km served across main transport paths
No data reported
Limited progress
Poland
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Population coverage
63.4% (overall)
Limited progress
DESI 2023 data
Poland
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
5G corridors
LT-PL Via Baltica Kaunas-Warsaw
Limited progress
Poland
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
Specific provisions for verticals
Proposed
Limited progress
Considering allocation in 3.5 GHz
Poland
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
5G verticals trials & initiatives
0 trials identified
Limited progress
Poland
Other (indirectly relevant) targets
Member States spending on to the digital priority in Recovery and Resilience Plans
21.3%
Yes
€ 4.2 billion: access to broadband infrastructure in rural areas; digital skills for the digital age; e-services; cybersecurity.
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
Specific provisions for verticals
None
Limited progress
Portugal
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
5G verticals trials & initiatives
2 trials identified
Limited progress
Portugal
Other (indirectly relevant) targets
Member States spending on to the digital priority in Recovery and Resilience Plans
22%
Yes
€ 1.5 billion: vocational education and training institutions; digital health transition; digital transition of businesses.
Romania
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of base stations deployed
1,276
Yes
Source: EC
Romania
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Network performance: speed
47.02 Mbps
Yes
Median mobile data speed 02/23
Romania
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Current usage of 5G pioneer bands
42.50%
Yes
ANCOM conducted in 2021 a multiband auction that also included the 90 MHz still free in the 3.4-3.6 GHz band. Only 5 MHz were awarded with this occasion, to a new entrant in the band.
Source: EC
Romania
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of km served across main transport paths
No data reported
Limited progress
Romania
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Population coverage
26.8% (overall)
Limited progress
DESI 2023 data
Romania
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
5G corridors
None identified
Limited progress
Romania
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
Specific provisions for verticals
None
Limited progress
Romania
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
5G verticals trials & initiatives
2 trials identified
Limited progress
Romania
Other (indirectly relevant) targets
Member States spending on to the digital priority in Recovery and Resilience Plans
21%
Yes
€ 2.8 billion: digitalisation of public administration; digitalisation of health; digitalisation of education.
Slovakia
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of base stations deployed
2,470
Yes
Source: EC
Slovakia
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Network performance: speed
46.57 Mbps
Yes
Median mobile data speed 02/23
Slovakia
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Current usage of 5G pioneer bands
66.67%
Yes
Source: EC
Slovakia
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of km served across main transport paths
No data reported
Limited progress
Slovakia
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Population coverage
55.3% (overall)
Limited progress
DESI 2023 data
Slovakia
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
5G corridors
None identified
Limited progress
Slovakia
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
Specific provisions for verticals
None
No
Slovakia
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
5G verticals trials & initiatives
0 trials identified
No
Slovakia
Other (indirectly relevant) targets
Member States spending on to the digital priority in Recovery and Resilience Plans
21%
Yes
€ 466 million: better services for citizens and businesses; digital infrastructure in schools; digitalising businesses.
Slovenia
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of base stations deployed
918
Yes
Source: EC
Slovenia
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Network performance: speed
61.75 Mbps
Yes
Median mobile data speed 02/23
Slovenia
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Current usage of 5G pioneer bands
98.33%
Yes
The lower 20 MHz as guard band in 3.6 GHz planned for local use by auction in 2022/2023.
Source: EC
Slovenia
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of km served across main transport paths
No data reported
Limited progress
Slovenia
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Population coverage
63.9% (overall)
Limited progress
DESI 2023 data
Slovenia
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
5G corridors
None identified
Limited progress
Slovenia
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
Specific provisions for verticals
No data reported
No
Slovenia
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
5G verticals trials & initiatives
0 trials identified
No
Slovenia
Other (indirectly relevant) targets
Member States spending on to the digital priority in Recovery and Resilience Plans
21%
Yes
€ 241 million: strengthening digital literacy through education and life-long learning; digital health transformation; digital transition of businesses.
Spain
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of base stations deployed
18,844
Yes
Source: EC
Spain
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Network performance: speed
38.36 Mbps
Yes
Median mobile data speed 02/23
Spain
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Current usage of 5G pioneer bands
98.33%
Yes
A Public Consultation on the existing demand and on the management and exploitation model of the 26 GHz frequency band (24.25 to 27.50 GHz) was launched in December 2021 and lasted till the end of January 2022. The report about the main information received from the contributions to this public consultation will be published in April. Currently, the band is available for tests applications having issued some. During 2022 it is foreseen to hold an auction for the band.
Source: EC
Spain
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of km served across main transport paths
No data reported
Limited progress
Spain
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Population coverage
82.3% (overall)
Limited progress
DESI 2023 data
Spain
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
5G corridors
Barcelona-Perpignan, Santander-Biarritz
ES-FR
Limited progress
Spain
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
Specific provisions for verticals
Proposed
Yes
Reports for industry allocation in 26 GHz
Spain
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
5G verticals trials & initiatives
16 trials identified
Yes
Spain
Other (indirectly relevant) targets
Member States spending on to the digital priority in Recovery and Resilience Plans
28%
Yes
€ 9.8 billion: digital skills training; digitalisation of public administration; digitalisation of business.
Sweden
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of base stations deployed
4,012
Yes
Source: EC
Sweden
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Network performance: speed
89.03 Mbps
Yes
Median mobile data speed 02/23
Sweden
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Current usage of 5G pioneer bands
83.89%
Yes
Part of 3.4-3.8 GHz band auctioned on 19/1/21, 40 MHz in 3,76-3,8 GHz and 850 MHz in 26 GHz band, released for local licences on 22/11/21.
Source: EC
Sweden
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Number of km served across main transport paths
No data reported
Limited progress
Sweden
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
Population coverage
20.5% (overall)
Limited progress
DESI 2023 data
Sweden
All populated areas are covered by 5G by 2030
5G corridors
Nordic Way2 NO-SE-FI-DK
Limited progress
Sweden
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
Specific provisions for verticals
Implemented
Yes
3720–3800 MHz
Sweden
"digital technologies - including 5G"..."at the core of new products, new manufacturing processes and new business models" by 2030
5G verticals trials & initiatives
3 trials identified
Yes
Sweden
Other (indirectly relevant) targets
Member States spending on to the digital priority in Recovery and Resilience Plans
20.5%
Yes
€ 527 million: digital connectivity; digitalisation of public administration; digital skills.
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