Policy developments for satellite services are accelerating in the Americas. The most recent developments in the region include the US regulator’s intention to increase access to high-frequency spectrum for satellite use by proposing the reallocation of more than 20 GHz of spectrum across the 12.7 GHz, 42 GHz, 52 GHz and 92–114.25 GHz bands.
In addition, Argentina approved new satellite regulations, merging and updating the previously separate regulations for geostationary and non-geostationary satellites. Meanwhile, Canada consulted on changes to licensing requirements and the conditions for space debris mitigation.
All countries in the region regulate fixed, mobile and broadcasting satellite services but there are significant differences in the associated satellite registry and spectrum rights, depending on the service type (satellite operator, capacity or earth stations).
Cullen International’s latest benchmark covers satellite services in 11 countries in the Americas.
The benchmark includes the main regulation, the specific registry required, whether the licence includes spectrum rights, the main spectrum bands allocated to satellite services and the measures to mitigate interference with adjacent services.
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See also part II of the research on 'Regulating and licensing the terrestrial part of satellite systems in the Americas'.
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