EU Study on Mobile Satellite Services in the 2 GHz Band (op.europa.eu)

• 2GHz MSS band harmonized in 2007; two operators licensed
• Uneven licensing across Member States noted
• LEO mega-constellations and 5G NTN key trends
• Licenses expire May 2027; reassignment needed

"The European Commission published a study on mobile satellite services (MSS) in the 2 GHz band. It reviews the regulatory framework, uneven licensing by Member States, and the rise of LEO mega-constellations and 5G NTN standardization. Current licenses for Viasat+Inmarsat and EchoStar expire in May 2027, posing reassignment challenges."