Today’s telecom news includes announcements on ATC, spectrum auction in Pakistan, InfraVia, Liberty Global, Telefonica, Substantial Group, Tejas Networks, among others.
Commerz Real Towers Over Europe: Strategic Stake in ATC Boosts 5G Expansion
German asset manager Commerz Real has acquired a strategic minority stake in ATC Europe through a partnership with Allianz Global Investors under its Infravest infrastructure fund. ATC Europe is the regional arm of American Tower Corporation and operates more than 30,000 telecom towers across Germany, France and Spain. The move strengthens Commerz Real’s exposure to digital infrastructure as demand for mobile data and 5G networks continues to expand across Europe. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Pakistan Gears Up for 5G: Spectrum Auction Set for March 10
Pakistan’s telecom regulator, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), has confirmed that the 5G spectrum auction will take place on March 10, 2026, with no expected changes to the schedule. The sale of about 597 MHz of spectrum across multiple frequency bands could raise between $300 million and $700 million for the government, depending on bidding levels. Telecom operators are required to secure at least 100 MHz each. The auction, to use a multi‑round electronic clock format, aims to boost data speeds and service quality.
Tejas Networks Scores ₹70 Crore Boost from Govt PLI Scheme to Fuel Growth
Tejas Networks has received a ₹69.96 crore payment from India’s Ministry of Communications under the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for Telecom and Networking Products for FY 2024–25. This amount represents the remaining 15 percent of eligible incentives, enhancing the company’s cash reserves and working capital, which can support R&D, capital expenditure, and manufacturing expansion. The PLI scheme, launched to promote domestic telecom manufacturing and reduce import dependency, has already supported Tejas with earlier payouts, and a healthy order book along with government backing through incentives is expected to strengthen the company’s operational capabilities.
SHAFANA FAZAL