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The European Union plans to prioritize European companies in frequency allocation, aiming to reduce reliance on foreign satellite internet and mobile communications providers.
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The European Union is preparing to exclusively allocate a significant portion of mobile satellite frequencies to European companies, with the goal of reducing external dependence in future satellite internet and mobile communications infrastructure. According to information relayed by Anadolu Agency, the move aims to strengthen the competitive position of European operators against satellite providers from the United States and China — most notably SpaceX's Starlink service.
The step could create a strategic advantage for European space companies such as Airbus and SES. The proposed policy change also has direct implications for Turkey: the country's technology and telecommunications cooperation frameworks with the EU will require adaptation to the new frequency regime, potentially affecting domestic operators.
The EU is allocating the majority of satellite frequencies to European companies, aiming to strengthen local competitors against SpaceX and Chinese operators. This decision will also impact Turkey's telecommunications cooperation with the EU.
Domestic telecommunications and satellite operators in Turkey may be forced to comply with the EU's new frequency policy, and this situation could affect operating costs. Turkish companies' strategic plans for developing satellite internet and mobile communication services may be revised.

Anna Kuznetsova