EU Commission to Reallocate Satellite Mobile Frequencies from 2027 (heise.de)

• Echostar and Viasat licenses expire in 2027, freeing spectrum.
• EU Commission aims to allocate two-thirds to European entities.
• Amazon and SpaceX likely to enter European satellite mobile market.

"The European Commission is deliberating on the reallocation of mobile satellite frequencies that become available in May 2027 after the licenses of US operators Echostar and Viasat expire. Two-thirds of the spectrum is slated for European companies, including the EU's IRIS² project. US firms Amazon and SpaceX are likely to enter the market. A decision is expected today."