Banglalink retains top position in terms of spectrum per subscriber

Banglalink has acquired 4.4 MHz spectrum in 1800 MHz band and 5 MHz spectrum in 2100 MHz band following successful bids at an auction organised by the Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC).

The newly acquired spectrum will help Banglalink increase its total spectrum holding from 30.6 MHz to 40 MHz, enabling it to retain the top position among all private operators in Bangladesh in terms of the amount of spectrum provided per subscriber, said a press release.

Banglalink will have to invest around Tk1000 crore to purchase the spectrum, which is one of the largest investments made by an operator in the country in recent times.

“Banglalink’s acquisition of this additional spectrum is yet another landmark in our endeavour to serve our customers as a digital service provider. With the Ookla certified fastest mobile network in the country for the year 2020, we are maintaining impressive performances and have made significant improvements in key indicators such as the market share, data revenue and data customer base,” Chief Executive Officer of Banglalink Erik Aas said about acquiring the spectrum.

“The spectrum we are acquiring today will also help us capitalise on this success and increase customer satisfaction further,” he added, thanking the customers.

The increased spectrum holding will enable Banglalink to maintain network superiority and bolster its efforts for nationwide 4G expansion, the press release claimed.