Mobile satellite services: selection and authorisation of systems using the harmonised 2 GHz frequency band
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Last active 11 Jun 2026
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What this bill does
In plain terms: what it changes and who it affects.
This proposal creates an EU-wide system to choose and license 2 GHz mobile satellite services, including secure government communications and commercial satellite connectivity.
Who it affects
It affects satellite network operators, mobile and IoT service providers using satellite capacity, public bodies needing secure communications, and people and businesses in remote or underserved areas.
Core of the proposal
- Commission selects and authorises 2 GHz MSS users through EU-level comparative procedures.
- Reserves two paired 5 MHz blocks for a secure MSS or hybrid government communications system.
- Prioritises Union new entrants for part of the commercial 2 GHz MSS band.
- Creates EU-wide authorisation conditions, fees, monitoring, sanctions, and possible licence withdrawal.
Key provisions
- Transitional law
- Existing Viasat and Echostar rights may be extended on request for two years, without transfer, lease, or sub-lease.
Articles changed · 1 across 1 law
- Decision No 626/2008/EC (32008D0626)
- entire act: repeals the entire decision
Latest update
15 Jun 2026The most recent development in this bill's progress.
1st reading – European Parliament → 1st reading – Council of the EU
1st reading – European Parliament → 1st reading – Council of the EU
Documents
1 recentSourcesOEILEUR-LexEU Law Tracker