Spectrum for Asset-Tracking Mobile Data Networks Using Meteor Burst Systems - A consultation document

1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

1.1 In the last few years a number of companies have developed systems that can provide asset-tracking and remote metering services using Meteor Burst technology. Proponents of these systems believe that there is a market for these services, which is not being adequately served by existing mobile data network operators.

1.2 The need to identify spectrum for Meteor Burst services has been recognised at European level, in a report produced by the European Conference of Postal and Telecommunications Administrations (CEPT) . Two reports by CEPT's European Radiocommunications Committee (ERC) are also relevant .

1.3 The Radiocommunications Agency (RA) recognises the need to address the issue of licensing Meteor Burst systems, as this would have clear advantages in terms of providing a larger market for asset-tracking products. A Europe-wide approach is clearly the preferred way to develop new markets for radio-based systems, because of the economies of scale a harmonised European market would offer. Therefore, notwithstanding any decision to seek a UK solution, RA will continue to promote the adoption of a European allocation for Meteor Burst systems.

1.4 This consultation document reviews the spectrum issues associated with providing a UK allocation for these services in line with ERC Recommendation (00)04 (see Appendix 1), and seeks comments on the proposal to make the 39.0 to 39.2 MHz band available for the deployment of Meteor Burst systems in the UK. Expressions are sought from those interested in the award of a licence for the operation of a nationally based Meteor Burst network.

Spectrum for Asset-Tracking Mobile Data Networks Using Meteor Burst Systems

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