Communication (market of Holland)

2020: Sale of a 5G frequencies for 1.23 billion euros at an auction in Holland

On July 22, 2020 it became known that the government of Holland received 1.23 billion euros within the auction where three companies are KPN, VodafoneZiggo and T-Mobile - purchased frequencies for construction of networks of fifth generation (5G). The Minister of Economics of Holland Mona Keyzer told about results of an auction at a press conference in the Hague.

It is known that the KPN company, in the past the national telecom operator in Holland, paid 416 million euros. VodafoneZiggo paid nearly 416 million euros, and T-Mobile - about 400 million euros.

Implementation of a 5G technology in Holland is performed much more slowly, than, for example, in some neighboring European countries. The licenses granted on July 21, 2020 are intended for the following ranges: 700, 1400 and 2100 MHz. KPN purchased 20 MHz in a range 700 MHz, 15 MHz in a range 1400 MHz and 40 MHz in a range 2100 MHz. VodafoneZiggo purchased similar frequencies. The company noted that purchase will allow them to reach almost national scope by the end of July, 2020. T-Mobile purchased 20 MHz in a range 700 MHz, 10 MHz in a range 1400 MHz and 40 MHz in a range 2100 MHz.

In Holland three companies purchased a 5G frequency for 1.23 billion euros

Earlier the KPN company reported that it will select the western supplier for creation of the main mobile network 5G. This solution will make her one of the first European operators who refused work with the Chinese company Huawei. The telecommunication company, largest in Holland, which is based in the Hague, explained that Huawei will deliver radio equipment 5G which is less sensitive.

The government of Holland is going to hold one more auction for sale of a 5G frequencies in 2022. It should will take place after moving of the ground-based satellite systems to 5G range which are used now by prospecting bodies of the country is complete.^[1][2]

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