Below is the copy of the Communications, Space & Technology Commission of Saudi Arabia announcement
CST Announces the Qualification of “Aramco Digital” to Obtain the Specialized Radio Network License
The Communications, Space & Technology Commission (CST) has announced the qualification of Global Digital Integrated Solutions Company (Aramco Digital) to obtain a Specialized Radio Network License in the 450 MHz band, after completing the regulatory procedures for the license.
The license aims to serve the industrial and business sectors through establishing a dedicated network, independent from mobile networks, operating on the latest global wireless technologies. This network will aim to cater to the specialized needs of various sectors and aims to achieve the Kingdom’s leadership in providing specialized broadband communications services.
CST Board of Director issued its decision of qualifying the company to obtain the license, that will advance the digital transformation within Industrial, Energy, Transportation, Healthcare and other national sectors, in addition to enabling the 4th industrial revolution applications and industrial internet of things (IIoT).
It is worth mentioning that CST has previously announced a public competition in March 2024, for this type of licenses.
