Spectrum Trading Associates (STA), a joint venture has been set up by Peter Ramsdale and Ian Vance. STA provides a one-stop shop for help and information on the exciting new opportunities which are coming through the introduction of trading of the rights to use Radio Spectrum.

The company states,

“As you know, radio based communication services operate under the terms of their spectrum licences. To date these licences have been non-transferable but before the end of this year trading of some licences will be introduced. Spectrum Trading is a new approach which encourages a more dynamic market by permitting changes in licence ownership, services and use of radio spectrum.

The implications and opportunities are wide ranging. Completely new types of business will arise through spectrum becoming a tradable asset. However, in this more flexible environment, existing licensees will need to ensure that their use of radio is safeguarded.”

STA provides expert consulting resources on all aspects of radio frequency trading. They have a network of associates and are able to cover the many different activities that encompass this subject:

a.. Technical evaluations
b.. Policy development
c.. Regulatory support
d.. Detailed change of use evaluations
e.. Support for new entrants into trading
f.. Knowledge base of trading activities
g.. Expert help to the legal profession

Contact details - www.spectrade.co.uk