WCIS Insight: UMTS900: Exploring the roadmap for in-band migration in Europe

Published: September 2006

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An insightful assessment of the viability of deploying WCDMA at 900 MHz

As subscription migration from GSM to WCDMA is finally gaining momentum in Western Europe and GSM licenses come up for renewal, this briefing examines the issues surrounding the migration from GSM to WCDMA in the 900MHz band.

Key Coverage

What are the main benefits of deploying WCDMA at 900MHz and the major hurdles?
What do vendors estimate to be the likely reduction in cell sites for UMTS900 vs UMTS2000?
What is the forecast rate of subscription migration from GSM to WCDMA in Westen Europe?
Which operators are pushing the UMTS900 agenda?
What approvals are required at EU regulatory level?
Where does UMTS900 fit within the context of general moves towards adoption of the technology-neutrality principle to licensing?
What is the likely timetable for the availability of devices?
How many GSM licences will come up for renewal in Europe in 2007 and 2008?

Market Data

The regulator's plans to remove conditions binding use of the spectrum to GSM
Plans for renewing GSM licences and reallocation of 900MHz spectrum on a harmonized basis
Current level of WCDMA coverage
Spectrum availability in the IMT-2000 band and plans for allocating spectrum in the IMT-2000 expansion band
Examination of the different operators' attitudes to in-band migration
Estimated timeframe for UMTS900 deployment

Who should read this report

Mobile operators considering their mid- to long-term plans for WCDMA deployment
Infrastructure vendors with a stake in the WCDMA equipment market
Mobile handset and chipset vendors evaluating potential demand for UMTS900
Regulatory bodies assessing the likely impact on competition

Pricing Information

UMTS900	GBP 500 USD 900 EUR 750
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