Operators worried by 5G auctionAdvanced Info Service (AIS) and Total Access Communication (DTAC) have expressed concerns over possible technical hindrances from the use of 2600-megahertz spectrum in February's 5G licence auction as 20 megahertz of bandwidth on the range is being used by the army's security agency. The operators said they risk ending up having restricted use on the spectrum as the bandwidth has not been returned. The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) announced it plans to hold a 5G spectrum licence auction for four bands on Feb 16, 2020. "AIS is concerned about technical conditions for 2600MHz usage and the high reserve price," said Mr Suthep. Narupon Rattanasamaharn, DTAC's senior vice-president and head of the regulatory division, echoed Mr Suthep, saying DTAC is worried about possible interference and usage restrictions for the 2600MHz spectrum.

Source: Bangkok Post December 03, 2019 23:37 UTC