Site of 5G micro base station of HJ Communication in Italy

What is a 5G infrastructure project in Italy?

In 2022, the Italian government announced a 5G infrastructure programme funded by the EU Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF). Under this proposal, INWIT Infrastructure Wireless, a joint venture between Italian mobile operators Vodafone and TIM, has won six lots of funding with a combined value of EUR 345m (USD 359m).

Which cities in Italy have 5G networks in 2023?

As per SA 5G networks, by the end of 2023 a network was realized and switched on in the main cities of Italy, namely Milan, Rome, Turin, Bologna, Naples, Florence, Verona and Catania thanks to the collaboration among the top telecommunications market players (TIM, Vodafone, WindTre and Iliad).

Does Italy have 5G?

As of December 2024, 5G coverage in Italy has significantly increased, thanks to investments by telecom operators and progressive expansion of the network. However, the percentage of coverage varies by source and region, as 5G is being deployed first in urban and densely populated areas, with slower progress in rural and mountainous areas.

What are Italy's upcoming 5G spectrum tenders?

Italy is actively involved in EU working groups to set common rules for spectrum sharing and usage. Within this framework, provided that the exact timeline has not already been finalized, expected tenders are as follows: Additional Bands for 5G: As noted, the 3.8-4.2 GHz band and the L Band (1.4 GHz) are expected to be auctioned around 2025-2027.