On August 24, 2026, Colombia's Agencia Nacional del Espectro (ANE) announced an extension of the public consultation for its "Spectrum planning study in the 440 to 470 MHz band (450 MHz)," carried out under the 2026-2027 Regulatory Agenda.

The consultation concerns the problem-formulation stage of the Regulatory Impact Analysis (Análisis de Impacto Normativo, AIN) and seeks stakeholder observations on the identified problem, its causes, consequences and stakeholder groups, together with technical, economic, operational, regulatory and demand information through a questionnaire.

The deadline, initially set for August 25, 2026, was extended to September 1, 2026. The study evaluates current use of the 440-470 MHz band, effective channel availability, technical protection and coexistence conditions, existing users and potential future demand.

ANE has identified constraints affecting frequency reuse and flexibility, while the possible future reorganization of the band remains under study. The consultation does not itself change equipment homologation, spectrum assignments or technical operating conditions; those could be affected only by subsequent regulatory measures.

Impact

Impact assessment: Medium. Key reasons: the consultation is a material spectrum-planning process with an extended participation deadline, but it is not yet a binding spectrum reallocation.

Who is affected?

Existing and potential 440-470 MHz users, LMR equipment suppliers, telecom operators, equipment manufacturers, public entities and industry associations.

Conclusion:

affected stakeholders should review the AIN document, assess installed-base and future 450 MHz demand, and submit technical/economic information before September 1, 2026.