Overview
In a landmark decision, the IFT has approved substantial modifications to the Annual Program for the Use and Exploitation of Frequency Bands for 2024. These changes open new opportunities, including additional frequencies for bidding or direct assignment. Notably, 4 AM frequencies, 44 FM channels, and 34 digital terrestrial television channels have been incorporated for various commercial, public, and social purposes, alongside telecommunications bands for commercial utilization.
Telecommunications Sector Changes
Specifically within the telecommunications sector, the revised PABF 2024 introduces critical frequency bands such as 814-824/859-869 MHz and 2500-2690 MHz for wireless access service, among others. These additions reflect a forward-looking approach, ensuring sufficient spectrum availability for commercial, public, and social endeavors.
Stakeholder Impact
With this modification, the Institute not only fulfills its legal obligations but also provides essential visibility and certainty to stakeholders seeking to leverage the radio spectrum through concessions. Additionally, by setting clear deadlines for concession applications, ranging from public to social use, the IFT facilitates efficient planning and investment anticipation for projects reliant on this vital resource.
Call to Action
In light of these developments, it becomes imperative for industry stakeholders to remain vigilant and adapt to the evolving landscape outlined in the National Frequency Plan.
Regulatory Impact
- Top Priority: Yes
- Type of Certificate: No
- Spectrum Bands: Yes
- Import Changes HS Codes: No
- Standard Changes: Yes
- Product Changes: Yes
- Label Changes: No
Link to Source - https://www.ift.org.mx/sites/default/files/comunicacion-y-medios/comunicados-ift/comunicado21ift5.pdf
Regulatory Impact
| Impact Type | Status |
|---|---|
| Top Priority | |
| Type Certificate | |
| Spectrum Bands | |
| Import Changes (HS Codes) | |
| Standard Changes | |
| Product Changes | |
| Label Changes |