PUBLICATIONS
Published On: Jun 11th 2014 Consultation
*UPDATE 7TH AUGUST, 2014 - EXTENSION TO DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION OF COMMENTS* In June 2014, the MCA published for consultation its proposed changes to the spectrum allocations and licensing regime for radio microphones due to the introduction of wireless broadband services in the 800 MHz band. This consultation end...Published On: Jun 11th 2014 News
In November 2012, a new Commission Implementing Decision (2012/688/EU), on the harmonisation of the frequency bands 1 920-1 980 MHz and 2 110-2 170 MHz for terrestrial systems capable of providing electronic communications services in the Union, was published in the Official Journal of the European Union. In vie...Published On: Jun 4th 2014 News
According to the Digital Agenda Scoreboard published recently, Malta ranks first in next generation broadband network coverage, scoring 100% in this regard. Internet infrastructures in Malta which are capable of providing broadband download speeds of 30 Mbps or more are available nationwide as opposed to 62% co...Published On: Jun 2nd 2014 Highlights and Activities
This article provides and insight into the events and activities of the MCA between 19.05.14 - 30.05.14Published On: May 19th 2014 Highlights and Activities
*International News* *Telecoms* a) Total telecom. Economy minister says number of operators will eventually reduce to three despite Vivendi opting for Numericable's SFR offer. [read more [1]] b) The Wall Street Journal. Even as U.S. and European officials negotiate a major free-trade agreement, ...Published On: May 14th 2014 News
The Malta Communications Authority (the Authority) notifies that it has received a request from the local radio amateur community to make available spectrum in the 70 MHz frequency band for amateur radio services. Further to this request the Authority intends to make recommendations to Government on the allocatio...