Satellite communications, as part of the broader field of telecommunications

Satellite communications, as the commercial and privatized space activity par excellence, still raises as number of questions which need answering. Is current regulation in the framework of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) respectively World Trade Organization (WTO) still appropriate for dealing with this commercial and rapidly developing environment? Is trading in slot- and frequency-allocations and -assignments allowed – or should it be allowed? How can the interests of private enterprise in market access be properly balanced with the public interests in a comprehensive network? Where does the general framework for telecommunications inhibit specifically the use of satellites for such purposes? Which specific liability or intellectual property rights regimes may have a bearing on your business?

As it remains abreast of new developments, Black Holes can count a major number of studies and projects towards its experience in this context as it can be made available to you.