German spectrum auctions plans mired in dispute

Regulator BNetzA has proposed auctioning spectrum in the 1.8GHz, 2GHz and 2.6GHz bands for digital cellular mobile communications. But criticism of its regulatory approach has sparked lawsuits that appear to be slowing progress.

BNetzA's 26 September 2007 draft decision on definitions and rules calls for frequencies to be awarded without restriction on the use of specific technologies. The decision "neither privileges the incumbent 2G and 3G licensees nor privileges potential newcomers," a spokesman said.

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