Sweden’s Post and Telecom Agency (Post & Telestyrelsen, PTS) has opened a consultation into proposed changes to minimum coverage requirements associated with licences in the 900MHz, 2100MHz and 2.6GHz bands. The regulator is looking to alter the terms of 2100MHz and 2.6GHz concessions to ensure that main railway routes are included in operator rollouts.
In the 900MHz band, meanwhile, one licence of 2×10MHz will contain additional coverage obligations to ensure the availability of mobile broadband services on rural roads and rail lines. PTS now says it will involve regional authorities in the process to define the areas which will be included. A combined auction of 900MHz, 2100MHz and 2.6GHz spectrum is expected to be held in the third quarter of 2023, with existing licences due to expire at the end of 2025.