In a transfer to bolster the deployment of 5G expertise in Brazil, the Brazilian Nationwide Telecommunications Company (Anatel) has authorised the allocation of an extra 120 MHz of spectrum within the 4.9 GHz band. Based on the official assertion, this determination, made by Anatel’s Board of Administrators, is predicted to play a pivotal function in advancing the nation’s 5G infrastructure.

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Spectrum Allocation Particulars

Anatel stated the allotted radio spectrum from 4,830 MHz to 4,950 MHz is earmarked for numerous communication companies, together with the Private Cellular Service (SMP), the Multimedia Communication Service (SCM), the Fastened Switched Phone Service (STFC), and the Personal Restricted Service (SLP). Crucially, this allocation is major, making certain entry for a number of service suppliers with out exclusivity.

Mid-Band Spectrum

With this determination, Anatel will increase the quantity of Spectrum for the Private Cellular Service – SMP within the frequency vary between 1 GHz and 6 GHz. This enlargement particularly focuses on the mid-band, which extends from the present 1060 MHz to 1180 MHz. This transfer is predicted to contribute to elevated capability and improved efficiency of 5G companies throughout Brazil.

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Spectrum Public sale

Anatel has acknowledged that there’s at present no plan in place to conduct the bidding course of for the 4.9 GHz band. Nonetheless, this marks the preliminary step in that course, which includes defining the frequency association and utilization situations for this spectrum vary.

Based on the assertion, this new vary is anticipated to introduce wholesome competitors into the telecommunications sector, which, in flip, might drive operational effectivity and result in reductions in shopper prices.

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Adapting Current Methods

The 4.9 GHz band is at present utilised for point-to-point radio hyperlinks and Public Safety and Civil Protection programs. To allow the allocation of 120 MHz for 5G companies, changes have been made, decreasing the variety of accessible channels for point-to-point programs on this vary from 5 to 3 channels along with a 40 MHz discount within the band utilized by Public Safety and Civil Protection programs. Affected programs have been given till September 6, 2028, to finish the required variations to accommodate these modifications.