Some network owners consider the regulatory framework is premature given that no access requests have yet been submitted
Belgium: BIPT weighs in on the ‘fair contribution’ debate
The regulator echoes many of the arguments presented by BEREC, Meta and Google – but wants more stakeholder input before drawing a final conclusion
Orange/VOO deal sparks telecoms restructuring in Belgium
A network access commitment secured the EC’s approval in Phase II, but further in-market consolidation now depends on the national competition authority
Consumers urged to shop around amid inflationary pressures
With Belgium already considered expensive relative to its neighbours, some operators are raising prices further given the high rate of inflation
Social tariffs and raising awareness of them
Evidence from countries where such tariffs exist suggests that raising awareness among eligible consumers is a common problem
Belgium to go from a 3-to-4 player mobile market
The next 5G auction will give the country a new operator, although its consumers are unlikely to see any benefits in the short term
Defining ‘unlimited’ in Belgium
The BIPT is requiring operators to set higher data limits as part of their fair-use policies, in a market that could benefit from more competition
Belgium eyes the entry of a fourth mobile operator in the market
The Government has reserved spectrum for a new entrant in the upcoming 5G auction, but the arrival of a new nationwide operator seems unlikely
Belgian regulator wants ISPs to be clearer about ‘unlimited’ internet offers
The fair use policies that apply to these offers are catching too many customers by surprise, and could even clash with net neutrality rules
