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 up-to-date framework for managing radio frequency resources across the country.\n\nIn a statement, CITRA emphasized that the project aligns with its mission to maintain continuous surveillance over all radio spectrum bands, accurately detect unauthorized transmissions, and pinpoint sources of harmful interference. These capabilities are essential for ensuring efficient use of the electromagnetic spectrum in accordance with international standards and best practices.\n\nThe system aims to improve telecommunications service quality by enabling routine field assessments and leveraging advanced analytical tools. Real-time monitoring will allow regulators to respond promptly to violations, minimizing disruptions. Additional goals include reinforcing regulatory oversight, ensuring adherence to licensing terms, and safeguarding the long-term viability of spectrum assets.\n\nTo achieve comprehensive coverage, the project will establish a centralized control hub supported by fixed and mobile monitoring units, portable detection devices, and network performance evaluation tools. These will extend across urban centers and border regions, ensuring nationwide surveillance.\n\nThis upgrade is expected to significantly strengthen CITRA’s ability to monitor network performance and mitigate issues arising from interference or illegal spectrum usage, ultimately enhancing the experience for both service providers and consumers.\n\nCITRA reiterated its dedication to advancing Kuwait’s digital infrastructure and fostering a resilient telecommunications ecosystem in line with national development objectives and global benchmarks.\n— news from Kuwait News Agency\n\n— News Original —\nKuwait’s CITRA signs contract establishing spectrum monitoring’s modern framework\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
