IMDA Launches Public Consultation on Allocation of Spectrum for Enterprise and Public Mobile Use
SINGAPORE – 17 MAY 2019: The Infocomm Media Development Authority (“IMDA”) launched a public consultation today to seek views on the proposed policy and regulatory frameworks for the allocation of the 800 MHz, 1900 MHz, and 2100 MHz spectrum.
Singapore’s telecommunication infrastructure is a key driver of the Digital Economy. Through allocating spectrum in these bands, IMDA aims to facilitate the continued development of new and innovative mobile services for enterprises and the general public.
Feedback from the public consultation will help IMDA develop a holistic roadmap to optimise the use of Singapore’s spectrum resources in light of new technologies and advancements.
Key areas of consultation
IMDA is inviting views on the following areas:
- Allocating dedicated spectrum in the 800 MHz and the 1900 MHz bands to serve enterprise users’ needs in light of growing demand for enterprise data services;
- Allocating the 2100 MHz spectrum originally used for public 3G mobile services to be used for both public 3G and 4G mobile services in light of the ubiquity of 4G services today; and
- The assignment approaches for the above spectrum bands, including the mechanism of assigning the spectrum through an auction.
“Earlier this month, we launched our public consultation on 5G spectrum allocation. While these three spectrum bands are not globally identified as forerunners of spectrum for 5G, it is important for industry players to take them into consideration as they plan their network resources and investments holistically. Through this public consultation, we aim to ensure that scarce spectrum resources are optimally allocated to deliver maximum benefits to Singapore and consumers,” said Ms Aileen Chia, Deputy Chief Executive and Director-General (Telecoms & Post), IMDA.
The public consultation will begin today, 17 May 2019, and will close on 15 July 2019. For full details of the public consultation, please click here.
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About Info-communications Media Development Authority (IMDA)
The Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) leads Singapore’s digital transformation with infocomm media. To do this, IMDA will develop a dynamic digital economy and a cohesive digital society, driven by an exceptional infocomm media (ICM) ecosystem – by developing talent, strengthening business capabilities, and enhancing Singapore's ICM infrastructure. IMDA also regulates the telecommunications and media sectors to safeguard consumer interests while fostering a pro-business environment, and enhances Singapore’s data protection regime through the Personal Data Protection Commission. For more news and information, visit www.imda.gov.sg or follow IMDA on Facebook IMDAsg and Twitter @IMDAsg.
For media clarifications, please contact:
(Mr) Chua Hian Hou
Deputy Director, Communications and Marketing
Infocomm Media Development Authority
DID: (65) 6202 4956
Email: CHUA_Hian_Hou@imda.gov.sg
(Mr) Adrian Chan
Senior Manager, Communications and Marketing
Infocomm Media Development Authority
DID: (65) 6211 1510
Email: Adrian_KM_CHAN@imda.gov.sg
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