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In this section you can find reports, position papers, videos and other types of resources from the GSMA’s spectrum team.

Spectrum: the Climate Connection

Wednesday 17 May 2023 |

This report evaluates the impact of four spectrum policy aspects on carbon emissions that can vary between countries.

The Socio-Economic Benefits of Low-Band 5G Spectrum

Tuesday 21 Mar 2023 | All Regional Groups | APT | ASMG | ATU | Below 1 GHz | CEPT | CITEL | RCC |

This report shows, for the first time, the specific economic impact of 5G using low-band spectrum. It also provides a regional breakdown of the economic benefit of low-band 5G and uncovers the industries that will benefit the most.

Best Practice in Mobile Spectrum Licensing

Monday 27 Feb 2023 | 4G | 5G | All Regional Groups | Best practice | English | Global | Policy Position Paper | Research Report | Spectrum allocations | Spectrum auction | Spectrum licensing | Spectrum management | Spectrum planning | Spectrum policy | Spectrum pricing |

Effective spectrum licensing is critical to support the investment required to further expand mobile access. In this paper we take a look at all the important issues

The Impact of Spectrum Set-Asides on 5G

Sunday 26 Feb 2023 |

This report analyses the potential approaches available to regulators for spectrum set-asides. Through five country case studies it also demonstrates the wider impact of these approaches, especially on mobile markets. Over the last ...

Spectrum Policy Trends 2023

Wednesday 8 Feb 2023 | 1-6 GHz | 3.5 GHz | 6 GHz | 700 MHz | 800 MHz | 900 MHz | All Regional Groups | Below 1 GHz | Best practice | wrc-23 |

Welcome to the first edition of the GSMA Spectrum Policy Trends for the year ahead. In this report, we present our predictions for the top six spectrum policy trends to expect in 2023.

The Importance of 6 GHz for 5G’s Future

Tuesday 24 Jan 2023 | 1-6 GHz | 6 GHz | Above 6 GHz | WRC | wrc-23 |

6 GHz 5G spectrum can play a central role in sustainable social and industrial development. This section gives guidance on why the mobile industry believes the 6 GHz range is vital to the future of global connectivity.

Effective Spectrum Pricing Helps Boost Mobile Services

Saturday 26 Nov 2022 | 1-6 GHz | 1.4-1.5 GHz | 1700 MHz | 1800 MHz | 1900 MHz | 2100 MHz | 2500 MHz | 26 GHz | 2600 MHz | 28 GHz | 3.4 GHz | 700 MHz | 800 MHz | 900 MHz | Above 6 GHz | APT | ASMG | ATU | AWS | Below 1 GHz | C-band | CEPT | CITEL | Digital dividend | English | Global | L-band | RCC | Research Report | Spanish | Spectrum allocations | Spectrum auction | Spectrum licensing | Spectrum pricing | Uncategorized |

Effective spectrum pricing helps boost mobile services. The GSMA’s spectrum team has along with GSMA Intelligence and NERA Economic Consulting done extensive analysis.

Spectrum Pricing and Licensing in Africa – Driving Mobile Broadband

Thursday 27 Oct 2022 | ATU | English | French | Reserve prices | Spectrum allocations | Spectrum auction | Spectrum licensing | Spectrum management | Spectrum policy | Spectrum pricing |

The GSMA's latest spectrum pricing report takes a look at this important topic in Africa. Spectrum licensing and pricing, in particular, can play a crucial role in accelerating the adoption of mobile services and providing better networks and services.

Focus on the Digital Switchover Process in Sub-Saharan Africa

Thursday 27 Oct 2022 | 700 MHz | 800 MHz | 900 MHz | ATU | Below 1 GHz |

This report provides background, recommendations, and insights from the DSO (Digital Switchover) process in Sub-Saharan Africa. And how its success can free up low-band spectrum help more people get connected.

Indonesia, Thailand and Vietnam: Roadmaps for awarding 5G spectrum

Friday 23 Sep 2022 | Indonesia | Spectrum planning | Thailand | Viet Nam |

A clear spectrum roadmap for 5G, setting out forward-looking plans for spectrum supply and taking account of emerging spectrum needs, technological evolution and international developments, is essential. While 5G networks are ...

5G Spectrum Positions Offer a Roadmap for Regulators

Sunday 24 Jul 2022 | 1-6 GHz | 26 GHz | 28 GHz | 3.4 GHz | 700 MHz | Above 6 GHz | APT | ASMG | ATU | Below 1 GHz | CEPT | CITEL | Global | Policy Position Paper | RCC |

The GSMA’s key 5G spectrum positions focus on the areas where governments, regulators and the mobile industry should cooperate to make this next-generation network technology a success.

5G and Aviation Altimeters – the Most Important Questions

Tuesday 12 Jul 2022 |

Co-existence between different technologies has long been the foundation of sound management of the radio spectrum – ensuring that citizens derive the maximum benefit from this resource. In a new report, we take a look at some of the ...

Vision 2030: mmWave Spectrum sets the stage for big benefits

Thursday 30 Jun 2022 | Above 6 GHz | Global | Research Report |

Commercial 5G services are already here and the coming years will see launches all over the world. A new report looks at the estimated high-band spectrum needs in the 2025 -2030 time frame.

Vision 2030: Low-Band Spectrum for 5G

Thursday 30 Jun 2022 | Bands | Below 1 GHz |

Low-band spectrum is the cornerstone of digital equality and a driver of broad and affordable connectivity.

5G Spectrum in the APAC region – Roadmaps for Success

Monday 25 Apr 2022 | Malaysia | Singapore | Spectrum allocations | Spectrum management | Thailand | Viet Nam |

Countries in the Asia Pacific region have been at the forefront of many mobile technologies, from the first 3G network launching in Japan to the first commercial 5G networks in South Korea, and also significant market changes, as ...

The Socio-Economic Benefits of Mid-Band 5G Services

Wednesday 23 Feb 2022 | 1-6 GHz | 2100 MHz | 2500 MHz | 2600 MHz | 3.4 GHz | 3.5 GHz | 5G | 6 GHz | All Regional Groups | Bands | Best practice | C-band | Facts and Figures | Global | Infographics | Research Report | Spectrum allocations | Spectrum licensing | Spectrum management | Spectrum planning | Spectrum policy | Spectrum pricing | wrc-23 |

New data from GSMA Intelligence shows, for the first time, the specific economic impact of 5G using mid-band spectrum. The analysis forecasts that 5G will boost global GDP by US$960bn in 2030 and illustrates how mid-band will be responsible for US$610bn.

Spectrum Leasing in the 5G Era

Thursday 27 Jan 2022 | 5G | Best practice | Research Report | Spectrum allocations | Spectrum licensing | Spectrum management | Spectrum planning | Spectrum policy |

The GSMA’s new “Spectrum leasing in the 5G era” report provides a global overview and offers best practice. It also looks at how successes to date suggest there is an untapped potential for using spectrum ...

MENA 5G Spectrum – Setting Out the Roadmap

Thursday 27 Jan 2022 | 1-6 GHz | 3.4 GHz | 3.5 GHz | ASMG | C-band |

The GSMA's “Roadmaps for awarding 5G spectrum in the MENA region” report looks at the current mobile services and spectrum status in non-GCC countries across MENA. It also sets out a roadmap to help governments and regulators enable 5G in the region.

Mobile Spectrum – Maximising the Socio-Economic Benefits

Friday 7 Jan 2022 | 1-6 GHz | 5G | Above 6 GHz | All Regional Groups | Below 1 GHz | Best practice | Economic benefits | Research Report | Spectrum allocations | Spectrum auction | Spectrum licensing | Spectrum management | Spectrum planning | Spectrum policy | Spectrum pricing |

This report provides practical guidance for the implementation of a cost-benefit analysis to quantify the impact of different spectrum assignment strategies.

India’s 5G Future Depends on Affordable Spectrum

Thursday 7 Oct 2021 | 1-6 GHz | 5G | Above 6 GHz | Below 1 GHz | Best practice | India | Spectrum allocations | Spectrum auction | Spectrum licensing | Spectrum management | Spectrum policy | Spectrum pricing |

In a new report, the GSMA takes a look at what's needed to maximise 5G's potential in India.

The 3.5 GHz Range in the 5G Era

Wednesday 6 Oct 2021 | 1-6 GHz | 3.4 GHz | 3.5 GHz | 5G | All Regional Groups | C-band | Economic benefits | Mobile broadband | Spectrum allocations | Spectrum licensing | Spectrum planning | Spectrum policy | wrc-23 |

More globally harmonised 3.5 GHz spectrum (also known as C-band) speeds up 5G’s introduction; improves performance; and boosts 5G's socio-economic benefits.

5G spectrum in Sub-Saharan Africa – Building Roadmaps for Success

Tuesday 28 Sep 2021 | 5G |

The GSMA's “Roadmaps for 5G Spectrum: Sub-Saharan Africa” report looks at the current mobile services and spectrum status. It also sets out a roadmap to help governments and regulators maximise the benefits of 5G in the region. The ...

Successful Spectrum Auctions Are Key to High-Quality Connectivity

Thursday 9 Sep 2021 | 1-6 GHz | Above 6 GHz | All Regional Groups | Below 1 GHz | Global | Spectrum auction |

To help governments and regulators guarantee affordable, high-quality mobile connectivity from spectrum auctions, the GSMA has published a set of ten ‘Auction Best Practice’ positions.

GSMA Intelligence – Mobile Spectrum Trends and Insights

Wednesday 11 Aug 2021 | 1-6 GHz | 26 GHz | 28 GHz | 3.4 GHz | 3.5 GHz | 4G | 5G | 700 MHz | Above 6 GHz | All Regional Groups | Below 1 GHz | C-band | Research Report | Spectrum allocations | Spectrum auction | Spectrum licensing | Spectrum management | Spectrum planning | Spectrum policy | Spectrum pricing |

This new quarterly series from GSMA Intelligence looks at key mobile spectrum trends and offers insights across 4G, 5G, and earlier generations.

Mobile Networks for Verticals and MNOs – a How-To for Regulators

Wednesday 28 Jul 2021 | 1-6 GHz | 26 GHz | 3.4 GHz | 3.5 GHz | 700 MHz | Above 6 GHz | All Regional Groups | Below 1 GHz | C-band |

How can governments and regulators develop spectrum policies that support mobile networks for verticals without negatively impacting commercial 5G services? An updated position paper from the GSMA details best practice. As ...

Spectrum Pricing and Licensing in Africa – Driving Mobile Broadband

Thursday 27 Oct 2022 | ATU | English | French | Reserve prices | Spectrum allocations | Spectrum auction | Spectrum licensing | Spectrum management | Spectrum policy | Spectrum pricing |

The GSMA's latest spectrum pricing report takes a look at this important topic in Africa. Spectrum licensing and pricing, in particular, can play a crucial role in accelerating the adoption of mobile services and providing better networks and services.

On Demand: 5G Connectivity – Meeting IMT Mid-band Spectrum Needs Webinar

Friday 9 Jul 2021 | 5G | Video |

Hosted by the GSMA’S Spectrum Programme, this webinar brings together representatives from the operator community, the wider telecoms ecosystem, and policymakers to: Present the findings of GSMA’s report Spectrum ...

5G Mid-Band Spectrum Needs – Vision 2030

Thursday 8 Jul 2021 | 1-6 GHz | 1.4-1.5 GHz | 1700 MHz | 1800 MHz | 1900 MHz | 2100 MHz | 2500 MHz | 3.4 GHz | 3.5 GHz | 5G | 6 GHz | All Regional Groups | C-band | Spectrum licensing | Spectrum management | Spectrum planning | Spectrum policy | wrc-23 |

The speed, reach and quality of 5G services depend on mobile operators having timely access to the right amount and type of affordable spectrum. Mid-band spectrum is especially important as it offers a good mixture of coverage and capacity for 5G.

Spectrum Sharing Needs Careful Planning to Get Right

Wednesday 23 Jun 2021 | APT | ASMG | ATU | CEPT | CITEL | Global | Policy Position Paper | RCC |

To help keep up with continued rise in data traffic, spectrum sharing can play a complementary role. But it is essential to consider which bands suit sharing and select the right sharing framework.

Spectrum Pricing – Success in 10 Steps

Wednesday 26 May 2021 | APT | ASMG | ATU | CEPT | CITEL | English | French | Global | Policy Position Paper | RCC | Resources | Spanish | Spectrum allocations | Spectrum auction | Spectrum licensing | Spectrum management | Spectrum policy | Spectrum pricing |

The main goal of governments around the world should be to get the most out of its mobile spectrum resources. To help, the GSMA has developed ten positions on the importance of fair spectrum pricing.

Wireless Backhaul Spectrum – 4G and 5G Evolution

Wednesday 24 Feb 2021 | Above 6 GHz | All Regional Groups |

High wireless backhaul spectrum prices are a real barrier to 4G and 5G evolution, and this includes improved coverage. For countries that want to encourage the roll out of mobile broadband, reform of backhaul should be a ...

Beating the mobile coverage gap – how to successfully improve rural coverage

Monday 23 Nov 2020 | 4G | 5G | 700 MHz | 800 MHz | 900 MHz | All Regional Groups | Below 1 GHz | Policy Position Paper | Sub 700 MHz |

The GSMA’s “Driving the digital revolution with improved mobile coverage” paper examines how governments, regulators and mobile operators can collaborate to address the digital divide and rural connectivity.

5G and the 3.5 GHz range in Latin America

Tuesday 10 Nov 2020 | 1-6 GHz | 3.4 GHz | 3.5 GHz | CITEL |

This report offers in-depth analysis at the 3.5 GHz range in LATAM; what the current situation is, how to overcome all challenges, and what should happen next.

mmWave 5G in India – a digital cornerstone

Wednesday 28 Oct 2020 | 26 GHz | 28 GHz | APT |

5G networks offer the potential to transform industrial sectors and deliver significant social and economic benefits to the Digital India project. To make the most of this opportunity, access to millimeterWave (mmWave) spectrum is key.

Network rationalisation – lessons from 2G and 3G migrations

Tuesday 26 May 2020 | 1-6 GHz | 3G | 4G | All Regional Groups | Below 1 GHz | Digital dividend | Global | Spectrum allocations | Spectrum management | Spectrum planning | Spectrum policy |

With a potential for improved capacity and broadband coverage using 4G and 5G, consumers and businesses alike stand to gain from successful and 3G network rationalisation projects.

TDD synchronisation in the 3.5 GHz range – a key step for 5G success

Thursday 23 Apr 2020 | 1-6 GHz | 3.4 GHz | 3.5 GHz | All Regional Groups | C-band | Global | Spectrum licensing | Spectrum management |

The ultimate performance of 5G depends on many technical and regulatory factors. One that doesn’t get the amount of attention it deserves is how networks can coexist in most efficient way possible. In a new report, the GSMA takes a ...

Focus on mmWave 5G in China

Tuesday 17 Mar 2020 | 26 GHz | 28 GHz | Above 6 GHz | China |

Quickly becoming a 5G leader, China announced some of the first commercial deployments in 2019. To build on this momentum, the country's mobile operators are dependent on access to mmWave spectrum under optimum conditions.

Indonesia assigning 700 MHz ushers new era of connectivity

Friday 7 Feb 2020 | 1-6 GHz | 4G | 700 MHz | Digital dividend | Indonesia | Research Report |

Assigning digital dividend band 700 MHz in Indonesia would unlock a new era in high-speed connectivity. Benefits include connecting millions more to mobile broadband services.

The risks associated with Single Wholesale Networks

Wednesday 18 Dec 2019 | APT | ASMG | ATU | Case Studies | CEPT | CITEL | English | French | Mexico | Mobile broadband | Policy Position Paper | RCC | Russian Federation | Rwanda | South Africa | Spanish | Spectrum allocations | Spectrum licensing | Spectrum management | Uncategorized |

Wholesale Open Access Networks are perhaps not the solution that is claimed. The goals are often ambitious when governments want to build a single wholesale network (SWN) or a wholesale open access network (WOAN).

WRC-19: Addressing 5G and EMF

Friday 8 Nov 2019 | 1-6 GHz | 26 GHz | 28 GHz | Above 6 GHz | All Regional Groups | Below 1 GHz |

The mmWave frequencies being discussed for 5G are used today by the mobile and satellite industries for other purposes, they have been extensively researched and are covered by international safety guidelines.

WRC-19: RCC lunchtime seminar on mmWave spectrum for 5G

Tuesday 5 Nov 2019 |

“As the RCC region’s mobile industry continues to grow, 5G is expected to play an important role in the future. In particular, mmWave 5G can impact a variety of industries in the economy, including manufacturing and healthcare.” ...

WRC-19: CEPT lunchtime seminar on mmWave spectrum for 5G

Monday 4 Nov 2019 |

“There is a unique opportunity at WRC-19 for regulators to give Europe the tools needed to be a global leader in the development of 5G, in order to transform the region’s economy and society and take advantage of the limitless ...

WRC-19: CITEL lunchtime seminar on mmWave spectrum for 5G

Friday 1 Nov 2019 |

“As CITEL countries launch 5G throughout 2020 and 2021, mmWave can provide the capacity to satisfy growing data demand. But the potential of mmWave 5G depends on the decisions taken by governments at WRC-19” (Brett Tarnutzer, Head ...

WRC-19: ASMG lunchtime seminar on mmWave spectrum for 5G

Thursday 31 Oct 2019 |

“The Arab Spectrum Management Group has already positioned itself as a 5G leader. And its full support for the identification of mmWave spectrum at WRC-19 will help it build on that momentum.” (Mats Granryd, Director General, ...

WRC-19: APT lunchtime seminar on mmWave spectrum for 5G

Wednesday 30 Oct 2019 |

“LG Uplus in Korea was seeing 1.3 GB of data a day per subscriber in the early days of its 5G launch. These huge numbers show the capacity needs of consumers and businesses. This must be supported by mmWaves sooner rather than ...

WRC-19: ATU lunchtime seminar on mmWave spectrum for 5G

Tuesday 29 Oct 2019 |

“5G brings new capabilities for mobile networks to contribute to and enable economic growth in Sub-Saharan region. This includes low-latency, data-intensive applications that can make sea ports and mining safer and more efficient.” ...

26 GHz and 28 GHz are both needed for 5G

Thursday 24 Oct 2019 | 26 GHz | 28 GHz | Above 6 GHz | APT | ASMG | ATU | CEPT | CITEL | English | French | Global | Infographics | RCC | Resources | Spanish |

The introduction of 5G pioneers a new level of mobile performance with ultra-high speeds and low latencies. What makes this possible is millimetre wave spectrum. In this range, 26 GHz and 28 GHz have emerged as two of the most important bands.

Mobile and the power of spectrum

Wednesday 11 Sep 2019 | 1-6 GHz | Above 6 GHz | All Regional Groups | Below 1 GHz |

No one has done more with their spectrum to deliver a better future for everyone than the mobile industry. It has consistently demonstrated its potential to generate economic value and social benefit for individuals and societies ...

Operators call for governments to secure 5G’s future at WRC-19

Wednesday 11 Sep 2019 | Above 6 GHz | All Regional Groups |

The GSMA Board, on behalf of the global mobile industry, has called on governments to support the identification of spectrum for mobile at WRC-19 in an open letter sent to ministers and heads of regulatory authorities in nearly 170 countries.

A roadmap for C-band (3.3-3.8 GHz) in ASEAN

Thursday 15 Aug 2019 | C-band |

The C-band is a core 5G band and with a growing mobile ecosystem to support, the pressure is on to release this spectrum. The report details the current uses, recommendations on a process from planning the release to implementation and ...

Effective spectrum management needs technology neutral licences

Friday 14 Jun 2019 | All Regional Groups | Research Report | Spectrum licensing | Spectrum management | Spectrum policy |

A new report from the GSMA entitled “The Benefits of Technology Neutral Spectrum Licences” takes an in-depth look at this important topic. Technology neutrality lets operators replace for example GSM with 4G and soon 5G in a ...

CPM19-2: RCC lunchtime seminar on mmWave spectrum for 5G

Tuesday 26 Feb 2019 | Above 6 GHz | RCC |

“5G is set to bring many benefits to the digital economies of the region, with $6.7billion GDP impact and nearly one quarter of all 5G services on mmWaves by 2034.” (Konstantin Savin, Senior Manager, Market Engagement, the ...

CPM19-2: CEPT lunchtime seminar on mmWave spectrum for 5G

Monday 25 Feb 2019 |

[vid] “Our vision - A future multi-purpose network that could be used for many versatile applications.” (Mats Öhman, Senior Spectrum Manager, Telia Company) “We are delivering the ITU’s vision for IMT 2020, all over ...

CPM19-2: CITEL lunchtime seminar on mmWave spectrum for 5G

Monday 25 Feb 2019 |

“In field testing, we recently observed wireless speeds surpassing 1.5 Gbps and in other trials we saw RAN latency rates at 9-12 milliseconds. We supported hundreds of simultaneous connected users on a wi-fi system supported by a ...

CPM19-2: ASMG lunchtime seminar on mmWave spectrum for 5G

Saturday 23 Feb 2019 | Above 6 GHz | ASMG |

“If data is the new oil, the vision of IMT-2020 (5G) is our refinery. To do this we need different spectrum ranges for 5G and it is crucial to build on mid-band spectrum in the 3 GHz range with ...

CPM19-2: ATU lunchtime seminar on mmWave spectrum for 5G

Thursday 21 Feb 2019 | Above 6 GHz | ATU | Resources |

“Sub-Saharan Africa is expected to deliver $5.2 billion in GDP as a result of mmWave 5G.” (Luciana Camargos, Senior Director, Future Spectrum, the GSMA) “Our commercial 5G launch in Africa was ...

CPM19-2: APT lunchtime seminar on mmWave spectrum for 5G

Thursday 21 Feb 2019 | Above 6 GHz | APT |

“The devil is in the details. The right conditions for mmWave spectrum are needed to make the most of 5G.” (Peng Zhao, Senior Director, Spectrum, the GSMA) “Smartphones for mmWave 5G will be ...

Mobile backhaul options – Spectrum analysis and recommendations

Friday 2 Nov 2018 | APT | ASMG | ATU | CEPT | CITEL | English | Global | RCC | Research Report |

The future of mobile broadband services relies on a variety of high performing and cost-effective mobile backhaul options.

The GSMA WRC Series – getting ready for WRC-19

Tuesday 6 Nov 2018 | 26 GHz | 28 GHz | 5G | Above 6 GHz | Agenda Item 1.13 | APT | ASMG | ATU | C-band | CEPT | CITEL | English | French | Global | Infographics | L-band | Policy Position Paper | RCC | Research Report | Resources | Spanish | Sub 700 MHz | White Paper | WRC-19 |

To keep up with demands for higher speeds and better coverage mobile operators need more spectrum. Whether they get it or not, is in part based on decisions made at the World Radiocommunication Conference in 2019 (WRC-19).

How 700 MHz can help Indonesia become a digital economy giant

Thursday 27 Sep 2018 | 1800 MHz | 3G | 4G | 700 MHz | 900 MHz | APT | Below 1 GHz | Digital dividend | Economic benefits | English | Indonesia | Research Report | Spectrum allocations | Spectrum licensing | Uncategorized |

Since the start of the century, the mobile sector in Indonesia has experienced years of growth and development. But for the country to take the next step, vital spectrum must be allocated, in particular 700 MHz.

5G spectrum guide – everything you need to know

Tuesday 6 Nov 2018 | 1-6 GHz | 26 GHz | 28 GHz | 3.4 GHz | 3.5 GHz | 5G | Above 6 GHz | APT | ASMG | ATU | C-band | CEPT | CITEL | English | French | Global | Infographics | ITU | Policy Position Paper | RCC | Research Report | Spanish | Uncategorized | WRC-19 |

To help navigate spectrum needs for next-generation mobile networks, this 5G spectrum guide collects reports, infographics and positions from the GSMA.

Securing the digital dividend across the entire ASEAN

Sunday 12 Aug 2018 | 4G | 700 MHz | APT | Below 1 GHz | Best practice | Brunei Darussalam | Cambodia | Case Studies | Digital dividend | English | Indonesia | Lao Peoples Democratic Republic | Malaysia | Myanmar | Philippines | Research Report | Singapore | Spectrum licensing | Thailand | Uncategorized | Viet Nam |

In the ASEAN region significant work remains to be done to secure the benefits of the ‘digital dividend’ in the 700 MHz band. But improved rural and indoor coverage...

Developing countries are hard hit by high spectrum prices

Tuesday 17 Jul 2018 | APT | ASMG | ATU | CEPT | CITEL | English | Global | RCC | Research Report | Spectrum auction | Spectrum licensing | Spectrum management | Spectrum planning | Spectrum policy | Spectrum pricing | Uncategorized |

Research from GSMA Intelligence shows spectrum prices are much higher in developing countries than in developed countries.

Supportive policy environment key to 5G success in China

Wednesday 27 Jun 2018 | APT | China | English | Mandarin | Research Report | Uncategorized |

To realise the full potential of 5G in China and elsewhere a more supportive policy environment is key. This would empower mobile operators to work with other sectors on more innovative services, according to a new report.

A closer look at 5G progress and policies in the US

Monday 26 Mar 2018 | 28 GHz | 5G | Above 6 GHz | CITEL | English | Research Report | Spectrum licensing | Spectrum management | Spectrum policy | Uncategorized | United States |

This report from GSMA Intelligence explores the current landscape and the future outlook for 5G in the US. It focuses on network deployment, spectrum, use cases, and policy and regulation.

Why AI 1.13 at WRC-19 is important for 5G

Tuesday 27 Feb 2018 | Video |

The 5G work at WRC-19, centred around Agenda Item 1.13 (AI 1.13), will look at IMT spectrum in frequencies between 24.25 and 86 GHz. The result will directly impact 5G performance. Read more about WRC-19

Finland’s Anne-Catherine Berner on WRC-19

Tuesday 27 Feb 2018 | Video |

Finland's Anne Catherine Berner talks about WRC-19 and the importance of widely harmonised spectrum for 5G.

5G Spectrum Harmonisation at MWC Barcelona 2018

Tuesday 27 Feb 2018 | 1-6 GHz | Above 6 GHz | Below 1 GHz | Video |

Representatives for the GSMA, Telefonica, the FCC, Sudan, Ericsson and the ITU highlight the importance of harmonisation and access to more spectrum for 5G to become a success. Read more about WRC-19

Spectrum pricing in Latin America deserves more attention

Thursday 15 Feb 2018 | APT | Best practice | English | Global | Portugese | Research Report | Resources | Spanish | Spectrum allocations | Spectrum auction | Spectrum licensing | Spectrum management | Spectrum policy | Spectrum pricing |

The GSMA has published "Effective Spectrum Pricing in Latin America". This report takes a closer look at spectrum policies in Latin America. How they are impacting the delivery of mobile services to consumers and businesses in the region.

The GSMA attends Latin American conference on spectrum management

Monday 23 Oct 2017 | 1-6 GHz | 26 GHz | 3.5 GHz | 5G | 700 MHz | Below 1 GHz | C-band | CITEL | Colombia | Digital dividend | English | Event Presentation | Resources | Sub 700 MHz | WRC-19 |

In the beginning of September, the GSMA attended the 4th Annual Latin America Spectrum Management Conference in Bogota, Colombia.

Policy Positions – making sense of mobile spectrum

Monday 23 Oct 2017 | 1-6 GHz | 1.4-1.5 GHz | 26 GHz | 28 GHz | 3.4 GHz | 3.5 GHz | 5G | Above 6 GHz | APT | ASMG | ATU | C-band | CEPT | CITEL | Digital dividend | English | French | Global | IoT | Policy Position Paper | RCC | Resources | Spanish | Spectrum allocations | Spectrum harmonisation | Spectrum licensing | Spectrum management | Spectrum planning | Spectrum policy | Spectrum pricing | Sub 700 MHz | WRC-19 |

The main goal of governments around the world should be to get the most out of its mobile spectrum resources. To help, the GSMA develops policy positions on important topics. This page collects the most recent ones.

Spectrum for drones need careful consideration

Friday 13 Oct 2017 | APT | ASMG | ATU | CEPT | CITEL | Drones | English | French | Global | Policy Position Paper | RCC | Resources | Spanish | Spectrum management | Spectrum policy | Unmanned aerial vehicles |

Mobile networks can play a vital role in realising the socioeconomic benefits of drones. But these benefits can only be achieved if regulators remove barriers to using mobile connectivity.

Intelligent transport success depends on spectrum policies

Wednesday 11 Oct 2017 | APT | ASMG | ATU | CEPT | CITEL | English | French | Global | Intelligent transport systems | Policy Position Paper | RCC | Resources | Spanish | Spectrum management | Spectrum policy |

Mobile networks have the potential to help transform the efficiency, comfort, safety and environmental impact of road transport. But the success of mobile in Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) is dependent on a supportive regulatory framework.

Lessons from European spectrum pricing

Wednesday 4 Oct 2017 | Austria | Belgium | Bulgaria | CEPT | Denmark | English | Estonia | Finland | France | Germany | Greece | Hungary | Italy | Latvia | Luxembourg | Netherlands | Norway | Poland | Portugal | Research Report | Resources | Romania | Spain | Spectrum auction | Spectrum licensing | Spectrum management | Spectrum planning | Spectrum pricing | Sweden | Switzerland | United Kingdom |

The GSMA's "Effective Spectrum Pricing in Europe" report highlights good and bad practice by policymakers. For governments that want to help deliver affordable, high quality mobile broadband services there are valuable lessons.

Making the 3.5 GHz range more 5G-friendly in the U.S.

Thursday 7 Sep 2017 | 1-6 GHz | 3.4 GHz | 3.5 GHz | C-band | CITEL | English | Policy Position Paper | Spectrum allocations | Spectrum harmonisation | Spectrum licensing | Spectrum management | Uncategorized | United States |

For operators to be able to keep up with growing data and coverage demands new spectrum for mobile broadband is needed. The 3.5 GHz IMT range has become a primary contender for underpinning the first 5G networks.

Improving rural connectivity in Southeast Asia

Wednesday 23 Aug 2017 | 700 MHz | APT | Below 1 GHz | Brunei Darussalam | Cameroon | Digital dividend | English | Event Presentation | Lao Peoples Democratic Republic | Malaysia | Mobile broadband | Myanmar | Philippines | Research Report | Singapore | Spectrum licensing | Spectrum management | Spectrum planning | Spectrum policy | Uncategorized | Viet Nam |

Closing the digital divide is a high priority for the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). It is key to the association's plan to provide affordable rural connectivity.

MWC Shanghai event highlights 5G collaboration

Thursday 20 Jul 2017 | 1-6 GHz | 26 GHz | 3.4 GHz | 5G | APT | C-band | China | English | Event Presentation | Japan | Korea Republic Of | Mandarin | Mobile broadband | Singapore | Spectrum allocations | Uncategorized | WRC-19 |

For the second year running, the GSMA’s spectrum team organised the “5G Spectrum and Policy Forum” at MWC Shanghai. This year it attracted almost 150 people, underscoring 5G momentum in Asia.

Policies for 5G and the Gigabit Society

Tuesday 20 Jun 2017 | 5G | Austria | Belgium | Bulgaria | CEPT | Croatia | Czech Republic | Denmark | English | France | Germany | Greece | Guidelines | Ireland | Liechtenstein | Lithuania | Luxembourg | Macedonia, The Former Yugoslav Republic Of | Moldova, Republic Of | Monaco | Netherlands | Norway | Poland | Portugal | Romania | Russian Federation | Slovakia | Slovenia | Spain | Spectrum allocations | Spectrum auction | Spectrum licensing | Spectrum management | Spectrum planning | Spectrum policy | Sweden | Turkey | Uncategorized | United Kingdom |

Europe is at a crossroads. With 5G comes an opportunity to empower citizens and businesses using widespread ultra-fast connectivity.

Mobile spectrum handbooks – everything you need to know

Monday 24 Apr 2017 | APT | ASMG | ATU | CEPT | CITEL | English | Global | RCC | Spectrum allocations | Spectrum auction | Spectrum licensing | Spectrum management | Uncategorized | White Paper |

To help anyone interested learn about mobile spectrum, the GSMA has produced the "Spectrum Primer Series". It includes two spectrum handbooks and a dictionary.

An Introduction to the WRC process

Friday 24 Feb 2017 | 1-6 GHz | 26 GHz | Above 6 GHz | APT | ASMG | ATU | Below 1 GHz | CEPT | CITEL | Digital dividend | English | Global | RCC | Spectrum allocations | Uncategorized | White Paper | WRC | WRC-15 | WRC-19 |

This booklet helps people with no previous knowledge understand the WRC process. WRCs (World Radiocommunication Conferences) take place every three or four years.

The Digital Migration Process in Kenya

Thursday 2 Feb 2017 | 700 MHz | 800 MHz | 900 MHz | APT | ATU | Below 1 GHz | Case Studies | CITEL | English | French | Global | RCC | Uncategorized |

This case study takes an in-depth look at the digital television migration in Kenya. It is useful to other countries where similar migration processes are ongoing or in the planning stages.

Digital migration experience in Kenya helps inspire others

Thursday 2 Feb 2017 | ATU | English | Press Releases | Spectrum allocations | Spectrum licensing | Spectrum management | Spectrum planning | Spectrum policy | Uncategorized |

The GSMA today launched a new report. It is called “Digital Migration Process in Kenya” and highlights the valuable lessons that can be learned from the country’s experience...

GSMA Reveals Economic Impact of Mobile in Bangladesh

Wednesday 18 Jan 2017 | 700 MHz | APT | Bangladesh | Below 1 GHz | English | Press Releases | Research Report | Spectrum licensing | Spectrum management | Spectrum policy | Spectrum pricing | Uncategorized |

Dhaka - The GSMA today revealed the positive impact of mobile in Bangladesh. It also highlights the potential for even further growth and innovation.

Why spectrum for the Internet of Things matters

Thursday 15 Sep 2016 | 1800 MHz | 5G | 700 MHz | 800 MHz | 900 MHz | APT | ASMG | ATU | Below 1 GHz | CEPT | CITEL | Digital dividend | English | Global | Intelligent transport systems | IoT | Policy Position Paper | RCC | Spectrum harmonisation | Spectrum licensing | Spectrum planning | Sub 700 MHz | Uncategorized |

The Internet of Things (IoT) is a hugely important and rapidly growing market with the potential to transform the digital economy. Mobile services play an important role in the wide area IoT market...

5G: tech and telecom industries support initiatives to put EU in the lead

Friday 22 Jul 2016 | English | Press Releases | Uncategorized |

The technology and telecoms industries are leading the work on the development and future launch of 5G networks and services. For this reason...

GSMA Calls for 4G Spectrum Roadmap in Egypt

Monday 18 Jul 2016 | Egypt | English | Press Releases | Uncategorized |

The GSMA calls for the Egyptian authorities and the country’s mobile industry to work closely together to set a roadmap for the successful introduction of 4G services. Egypt is planning to move forward on licensing spectrum to support 4G in the coming week

GSMA Supports European Commission’s Efforts to Accelerate 5G Development in Europe

Thursday 7 Jul 2016 | English | Global | Press Releases | Uncategorized |

The GSMA announced its support of the “5G Manifesto for Timely Deployment of 5G in Europe”, which was presented at a meeting today between Commissioner Oettinger and CEOs from across the telecommunications and applications industries.

GSMA Welcomes 3GPP Completion of LPWA Technologies

Thursday 23 Jun 2016 | English | Global | Press Releases | Uncategorized |

The GSMA welcomes the 3rd Generation Partnership Project’s (3GPP) decision to standardise three Low Power, Wide Area (LPWA) technologies in licensed spectrum in Release 13.

GSMA Outlines Seven Steps to Achieving European Leadership in Mobile

Tuesday 31 May 2016 | English | Global | Press Releases | Uncategorized |

The GSMA today outlined seven policy steps necessary for Europe to regain a leading position in mobile. Demand for mobile data continues to rise across the continent, especially with the growth in 4G.

GSMA Comments on the European Council Conclusions on the Decision for the Use of the 470-790Mhz Spectrum Band

Thursday 26 May 2016 | 700 MHz | Below 1 GHz | English | Global | Press Releases | Uncategorized |

The GSMA welcomes the European Council’s proactive and rapid adoption of its General Approach for the European Commission proposal “Decision on the use of the 470-790MHz spectrum band in the Union proposal”.

GSMA Urges India’s Telecom Commission to Reduce Spectrum Auction Reserve Prices

Thursday 28 Apr 2016 | 700 MHz | APT | Australia | Below 1 GHz | English | India | Policy Position Paper | Press Releases | Reserve prices | Senegal | Spectrum management | Spectrum pricing | Usage charges |

Setting Realistic Prices Will Pave the Way for Lasting Economic and Social Gains London: John Giusti, Chief Regulatory Officer, GSMA commented on the importance of adjusting the reserve prices for India’s forthcoming 700MHz spectrum auction...

Socio-economic benefits of greater spectrum policy harmonisation in the EU

Tuesday 1 Dec 2015 | Austria | Belgium | Bulgaria | Case Studies | CEPT | Czech Republic | Denmark | English | Estonia | Finland | France | Greece | Hungary | Ireland | Italy | Latvia | Liechtenstein | Lithuania | Luxembourg | Netherlands | Norway | Poland | Romania | Russian Federation | Spain | Sweden | Switzerland |

This report presents research conducted by the management consultancy Arthur D Little and the GSMA that examines how differences in spectrum policy across EU Member States impact the availability and take-up of mobile broadband services...

GSMA Commends Allocation of Additional Spectrum for Mobile Broadband at WRC-15

Friday 27 Nov 2015 | 1-6 GHz | 1.4-1.5 GHz | 3.4 GHz | 700 MHz | APT | ASMG | ATU | Below 1 GHz | CEPT | CITEL | Global | Policy Position Paper | Press Releases | RCC | Spectrum management |

27 November 2015, Geneva: John Giusti, Chief Regulatory Officer, GSMA, commented on the outcome of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) World Radiocommunication Conference 2015 (WRC-15)

NEW GSMA STUDY EMPHASISES IMPORTANCE OF DIGITAL COMMERCE, ACCESS AND PAYMENTS FOR GROWTH IN PAKISTAN

Tuesday 24 Nov 2015 | APT | Case Studies | Pakistan | Press Releases |

Mobile Operators, Payment System Enablers and Government Partnerships Play Significant Roles in Developing Pakistan's Digital Society

GSMA URGES GOVERNMENTS TO SUPPORT CO-PRIMARY ALLOCATION OF SUB-700MHZ SPECTRUM FOR BROADCAST AND MOBILE AT WRC-15

Wednesday 18 Nov 2015 | APT | ASMG | ATU | CEPT | CITEL | Consultation Response | English | Global | RCC | Sub 700 MHz |

London: John Giusti, Chief Regulatory Officer, GSMA, reiterates the benefits of agreeing a co-primary allocation for mobile and broadcast in the sub-700MHz spectrum band at this month’s World Radiocommunication ...

NEW GSMA REPORT REVEALS ECONOMIC BENEFITS OF C-BAND SPECTRUM FOR MOBILE BROADBAND

Tuesday 3 Nov 2015 | Press Releases | Research Report |

US$440 Million Would be Generated in London and Shenzhen Alone Hong Kong – The use of additional C-band spectrum for mobile broadband in London and Shenzhen alone will generate an ...

GSMA URGES GOVERNMENTS TO SECURE FUTURE OF MOBILE INTERNET AT WRC-15

Monday 2 Nov 2015 | Press Releases |

Urgent Action Needed to Allocate Spectrum for Mobile or Risk Capacity Crunch Geneva: The GSMA marked the start of the World Radiocommunication Conference 2015 (WRC-15) by calling on ...

GSMA WELCOMES MULTI-COUNTRY SUPPORT FOR SUB-700MHZ SPECTRUM FOR MOBILE BROADBAND AT WRC-15

Thursday 29 Oct 2015 | Press Releases |

London: John Giusti, Chief Regulatory Officer, GSMA, commented on the submission of multi-country proposals in support of spectrum for mobile to the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), in advance of the World ...

NEW GSMA REPORT REVEALS GLOBAL ECONOMIC BENEFITS OF AN L-BAND MOBILE ALLOCATION

Thursday 29 Oct 2015 | Press Releases | Research Report |

Opportunity for Asia Pacific to Align With Rest of World to Create Globally Harmonised Band London: The GSMA has published a new report outlining the global socio-economic benefits that ...

World Radio Conference 2015 Q&A: the ITU’s perspective

Tuesday 27 Oct 2015 |

The World Radiocommunication Conference in Geneva in November 2015 will provide a rare opportunity for governments from around the world to agree new international spectrum allocations for the mobile service.