Regulators Have Choices to Make as Carriers Renew Spectrum Licenses: Analyst
Policymakers worldwide face a number of decisions as they address the expiration of spectrum licenses, analysts at Analysys Mason told investors this week. "One choice is whether to re-assign mobile spectrum licences [sic] that have been in the market for some time for legacy (for example, 2G/3G/4G use) through a new award mechanism,” said the U.K.-based firm. “Another option is to renew licences to existing holders (possibly with new licence conditions aimed at further investment and/or other coverage improvements that are beneficial to end users).”
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For mobile network operators, “licence renewal presents an opportunity to reassess existing spectrum holdings,” Analysys Mason said. “However, it can also be a challenging period, as MNOs must secure the spectrum their networks currently rely on to avoid service disruptions and protect their existing customer base.”