ANACOM consults on availability of 700MHz spectrum

The National Communications Authority (Autoridade Nacional de Comunicacoes, ANACOM) has approved the launch of a public consultation on the availability of spectrum in the 700MHz frequency band. This consultation intends to gather the position of the various players in the market regarding current interest in the sub-bands that remain available: 733MHz-758MHz designated as duplex gap, and 694MHz-703MHz and 788MHz-791MHz designated as guard bands, respective conditions of access and use, as well as the applicable timetable for its distribution. Interested parties have until 7 February 2023 to submit their comments.