Copying and distributing are prohibited without permission of the publisher
Russia lets telcos switch from WiMax to LTE
12 July 2010
Yota and Rostelecom have been given permission to switch operations from WiMax to LTE, using existing frequency allocations
Read more:
Russia
WiMax
LTE
Yota
Rostelecom
wireless broadband
Roskomnadzor
Russian telecoms regulator Roskomnadzor has permitted Yota and Rostelecom to use existing frequency allocations to deploy LTE networks. They had previous stipulated that the allotted frequencies were to be used for WiMax build out and could not be used for other technologies.
In May, Yota had said it will deploy LTE over the frequencies previously intended for WiMax beginning in 15 cities, with five networks going live before the end of 2010. The two telecom operators are preparing LTE testing areas using Russian equipment.
The total investment during 2010 is likely to be around $100 million. Yota has signed contracts for delivery of 1,000 base stations.
Rostelecom has also been permitted to use its radio spectrum for LTE services and expects to launch services next year. GTB