Rogers Acquires 3800 MHz 5G Spectrum Across Canada
November 30 2023 - 4:40PM
Rogers Communications announced today the company has again secured
nationwide 5G spectrum, acquiring 3800 MHz in the country’s
third 5G spectrum auction to cover Canadians with even more
coverage, speed and capacity on Canada’s largest and most reliable
5G network.
“As Canada’s only national network operator, we went into the
auction with a clear plan to secure even more nationwide 5G
spectrum so we could continue to bring Canadians across the entire
nation the best 5G network in the country,” said Tony Staffieri,
President and CEO, Rogers. “5G spectrum is about investing in
Canada’s future, and we’ve invested significant dollars in
each auction to build an unmatched 5G network with a powerful
combination of coverage, quality and reliability. There is a reason
more Canadians continue to choose Rogers than any other
carrier.”
Rogers invested $475 million for 40.5 MHz of 3800 MHz spectrum
at $0.32 cents per MHz/POP across 172 regions available under the
spectrum auction. The acquired 3800 MHz will complement Rogers
industry-leading 3500 MHz 5G spectrum that it currently
holds. This spectrum covers not only urban areas, but also
includes rural and Indigenous communities across the country.
3800 MHz and 3500 MHz are complementary mid-band spectrum
frequencies that provide speed and capacity. 600 MHz is
low-band 5G spectrum that carries wireless data across long
distances and through dense urban buildings. The combination
creates consistent and reliable 5G coverage in both urban and
remote areas. Adding 3800 MHz to the national Rogers 5G network
will further support consumers and businesses with enterprise
mobility, virtual private networks and 5G Wireless Home
Internet in rural and remote areas.
Today’s announcement is part of Rogers commitment to bring
Canadians the best networks in the world. Rogers reinvests 90% of
its profits back into Canada every year. The company has invested
over $40 billion since 1985 to build a truly national wireless
network serving all Canadians. In 2023, the company was awarded the
best and most reliable wireless network in Canada for the fifth
year in a row by umlaut, a global leader in independent network
benchmarking.
About Rogers Communications
Inc. Rogers is Canada’s leading wireless,
cable and media company that provides connectivity and
entertainment to Canadian consumers and businesses across the
country. Rogers shares are publicly traded on the Toronto Stock
Exchange (TSX: RCI.A and RCI.B) and on the New York Stock Exchange
(NYSE: RCI). For more information, please
visit: rogers.com or investors.rogers.com.
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