The auction for Fixed Wireless Broadband (FWB) licences will be rescheduled until after the 3G auction in April/May 2001. This is in view of feedback from most potential bidders indicating preference for the auction to be postponed...
Singapore, 30 January 2001 | For Immediate Release
The auction for Fixed Wireless Broadband (FWB) licences will be rescheduled until after the 3G auction in April/May 2001. This is in view of feedback from most potential bidders indicating preference for the auction to be postponed. A number of interested players have requested for more time to reassess the market situation, as well as to explore alternative technologies. The Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore (IDA) will announce the new timing such that interested parties will have sufficient lead-time to prepare thoroughly for the FWB auction.
ISSUED BY CORPORATE COMMUNICATION DEPARTMENT
INFOCOMM DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF SINGAPORE
About Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore
The Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore (IDA) is a dynamic organisation with an integrated perspective to developing, promoting and regulating info-communications in Singapore. In the fast-changing and converging spheres of telecommunications, information and media technologies, IDA will be the catalyst for change and growth in Singapore's evolution into a vibrant global info-communications technology centre. For more information, please visit www.imda.gov.sg.
For media clarification, please contact:
Ms Jennifer Toh
Manager, Corporate Communication
Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore
Tel: +65 6211-0508
Fax: +65 6211-2227
Email: jennifer_toh@imda.gov.sg
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