Italy confirms 4 bidders for 4G spectrum auction

A total of four companies applied by the 29 August deadline for submitting bids for participation in the tender for frequencies in the 800, 1800, 2000 and 2600 MHz bands in Italy. According to a statement from Italy's Ministry of Economic Development, bids were submitted by 3 Italia, Telecom Italia, Vodafone Italia and Wind. The same companies were admitted to the bidding in late July, as well as the wireless operator Linkem. The opening of the bids will take place on 30 August, while the auction will start on 31 August.