Public discussion on the use of RF bands for mobile communications networks

Public discussion on future use and allocation of radio frequency bands is the first step in the process of preparing and allocating frequency bands for mobile communications networks. The results of the discussion should help in selection and preparation of an optimal allocation procedure planned for the end of 2022.
 
ZAGREB, November 8, 2021 – Public discussion on the future use and allocation of the 800 MHz, 900 MHz, 1500 MHz, 1800 MHz, 2100 MHz, 2600 MHz, 3.6 GHz and 26 GHz frequency bands, has been in the progress since last Friday and lasts until  December 6, 2021. The discussion was aimed at market research, and the opinions and comments collected will help HAKOM in time to select the optimal allocation method and thoroughly prepare the entire procedure. The allocation of frequency bands is planned for early December, 2022 and should be completed by the end of March 2023.
 
Furthermore, by 2024 the public mobile communications network operators have been assigned frequencies in the 800 MHz, 900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 2100 MHz and 2600 MHz radio bands at the level of the Republic of Croatia. Adjustment of existing and/or construction of new communication networks requires some time and therefore the new allocation of these bands must be carried out early enough to ensure the smooth operation of existing networks, without affecting the experience of the end users. Also, there are still unallocated frequency bands in the Republic of Croatia that can be used for public mobile communications networks and depending on the interest of the market can be included in the allocation procedure with already mentioned bands in use, and part of the radio frequency bands available for allocation can also be used for certain private applications, such as industry, transport or agriculture.
 
The public discussion is open until December 6, 2021 until 3 p.m. and all interested parties can give their comment on the following link.