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.
5G coverage
The first EU 5G initiatives focussed on deployment but now coverage is the key goal. The Digital Decade target is 5G coverage of all populated areas by 2030.
Orange secures €500 million loan for 4G, 5G network rollout
The French mobile operator has secured a loan from the European Investment Bank (EIB).
Deutsche Telekom says its 5G network reaches 95% of the population
The German mobile operator has announced a significant expansion of its 5G network.
Tele2 Latvia extends 5G coverage
The mobile operator has extended its 5G coverage to 64 areas.
Portugal sees 35% rise in number of 5G base stations
The regulator says there are now nearly 6000 5G base stations in the country.
ETNO says Europe’s 5G rollout is lagging behind global peers
The association says although 5G coverage has increased, Europe is not as advanced the United States, South Korea and China.
Vodafone UK trials standalone 5G
Vodafone is trialling the network with “select customers” in seven locations across the country.
German telecoms regulator reviews 5G coverage targets
Deutsche Telekom, Telefonica and Vodafone all claim to have largely met the coverage obligations.
A1 Slovenia records a 45% increase in data usage in 2022
The operator also says its 5G network now reaches 66% of the country’s population.
Italian operators launch 5G infastructure sharing company
WindTre and Iliad have launched a joint venture company called Zefiro Net which will facilitate infastructure sharing in rural areas of Italy.
