KUWAIT, Aug 18 (KUNA) — The Communication and Information Technology Regulatory Authority (CITRA) has finalized a contract with Future Integrated Technologies for Communications Equipment Company to deploy the Automated Spectrum Monitoring and Analysis System, marking a major step in modernizing Kuwait’s national spectrum oversight infrastructure. This initiative is designed to create a robust and integrated monitoring framework across the country.\n\nIn a statement, CITRA emphasized its dedication to maintaining strict oversight of the radio frequency spectrum, ensuring unauthorized transmissions are swiftly detected and located, and sources of harmful interference are accurately identified. The system aligns with international standards and global regulatory advancements to optimize the use of this critical resource.\n\nThe project aims to improve telecommunications service quality through routine field assessments and sophisticated analytical tools. Real-time monitoring capabilities will allow regulators to respond promptly to violations, minimizing disruptions.\n\nAdditional goals include boosting regulatory effectiveness and ensuring adherence to licensing terms to safeguard the long-term viability of spectrum assets. The rollout will feature a centralized control hub, fixed and mobile monitoring units, portable detection devices, and tools for evaluating network performance. Coverage will extend to all residential zones and border regions, ensuring nationwide surveillance.\n\nThis upgrade is expected to significantly strengthen CITRA’s ability to monitor network integrity and reduce service interruptions caused by interference or illegal spectrum use, benefiting both telecom operators and consumers.\n\nCITRA reiterated its ongoing efforts to advance Kuwait’s digital infrastructure and support a resilient telecommunications ecosystem in accordance with national development plans and global benchmarks. (end) r nfh.gta\n\n— News Original —\nKuwait’s CITRA signs contract establishing spectrum monitoring’s modern framework\n\nKUWAIT, Aug 18 (KUNA) — The Communication and Information Technology Regulatory Authority (CITRA) announced on Monday the signing of a contract with Future Integrated Technologies for Communications Equipment Company to implement the Automated Spectrum Monitoring and Analysis System, a comprehensive national project aimed at establishing a modern framework for spectrum monitoring in the State of Kuwait. \nIn a press release, CITRA said the project reflected its commitment to the continuous supervision of the radio spectrum across all frequency bands, detecting and locating unlicensed uses with precision, and identifying sources of harmful interference, to ensure the optimal utilization of spectrum resources in line with international best practices and the latest global recommendations. \nThe projectآ’s objectives include enhancing the quality of service through regular field measurements and advanced analytical indicators, and providing real-time spectrum monitoring to enable swift and effective action against violations. \nOther objectives include strengthening regulatory efficiency and compliance with license conditions to preserve the sustainability of spectrum resources as well as the establisment of an integrated control center, fixed and mobile monitoring stations, handheld devices, and service quality measurement tools for telecommunications networks, in addition to covering all residential and border areas of the country to ensure comprehensive and effective monitoring. \nThis project will significantly enhance CITRAآ’s capabilities in monitoring the quality of telecommunications networks and reducing disruptions caused by interference and unauthorized usage, ultimately benefiting both service providers and end users. \nCITRA reaffirms its continued commitment to developing Kuwaitآ’s digital infrastructure and strengthening the telecommunications environment in line with national strategies and the highest international standards. (end) r nfh.gta
