Three operators won frequencies in 900 MHz, 2.1 GHz and 2.6 GHz bands.
5G auction
Austria prepares to auction 3.6 GHz, 26 GHz spectrum
Austrian spectrum regulator RTR has launched a public consultation on tender conditions for its upcoming auction of 3.6 GHz and 26 GHz spectrum.
German regulator expected to fine 1&1 for failing to hit roll-out targets
The emerging fourth operator has failed to hit its 5G base station target by the end of 2022.
Croatian 5G auction concluded
Croatia’s regulator HAKOM has awarded 5G spectrum at national level in the 800, 900, 1800, 2100 and 2600 MHz bands, and at regional level in the 3600 MHz band.
UK to auction new mmWave spectrum for faster 5G
British regulator Ofcom announced they will auction a total of 6 GHz in the 26 GHz and 40 GHz bands to improve mobile connectivity in the UK.
Romania completes multi-band auction
Romania has sold licences in the 700 MHz, 1500 MHz, 2.6 GHz and 3.6 GHz bands, yet 24% of the total spectrum remained unsold.
Estonia completes 700 MHz spectrum auction
The country has now awarded 2 out of 3 pioneer 5G spectrum bands.
Indian mobile operators begin launching 5G
Mobile operators Jio and Airtel have begun rolling out 5G in select cities.
Lithuania completes 700 MHz auction
Lithuanian regulator RRT has now awarded two out of three 5G pioneer bands.
Ireland considering short-term 700 MHz and 2.1 GHz licences
The Irish regulator ComReg is considering these licences after it was forced to delay its formal auction following legal action.