Will Visabeira Infraestruturas build a mobile telecommunications base station in Portugal?

Visabeira Infraestruturas signed an agreement with Vantage Towers to build mobile telecommunications base stations in Portugal over the next two years, the first of which will be completed by the end of 2023.

When did Portugal start liberalising the telecoms market?

The progressive liberalisation of the Portuguese market began at the beginning of the 1990s through the creation of the Portuguese Institute for Communications (ICP). Through a combination of specific deadlines for liberalisation and entry mechanisms for new market players, Portugal's telecoms scene was successfully opened up to competition.

How will 5G change the telecommunications landscape in Portugal?

Future Prospects: As 5G technology continues to evolve, network and spectrum sharing will likely play an increasingly important role in the telecommunications landscape in Portugal. ANACOM is expected to continue supporting sharing initiatives and updating the regulatory framework to reflect new developments and best practices.

Which operator has installed the most 5G base stations?

Analysing the data by operator, NOS has installed the most 5G base stations (4,705), followed by Vodafone (3,816) and MEO (1,478). In terms of the number of stations installed per operator compared to the previous quarter, Vodafone reported an increase of 18% (+583 stations), NOS 11% (+470 stations) and MEO 1% (+19 stations).

Does Portugal have a 5G security toolbox?

Risk Mitigation Measures: Portugal adheres to the EU Toolbox for 5G Security, which provides a comprehensive set of measures to address security risks associated with 5G networks. The toolbox includes recommendations for managing risks from high-risk vendors, such as Chinese technology suppliers.