The National Center for Operational-Technical Management of Telecommunications Networks has updated the requirements for mobile operators to ensure uninterrupted operation of networks during power outages. The new rules set clear deadlines for the introduction of autonomous power at base stations and other objects of the communication infrastructure.
Communication requirements
New standards of autonomous operation
According to the updated order of the National Center for Operational and Technical Management of Telecommunications Networks (NCU), mobile operators are obliged to ensure the functioning of their networks for 10 hours in the absence of power supply. This is a significant increase from the previous requirement of February 20, 2024, which only required 4 hours of battery life.
Backup power implementation schedule
NSU established a clear schedule for operators to equip base stations with autonomous backup power:
- By October 1, 2024 - at least 60% of stations
- By November 1, 2024 - at least 70% of stations
- By December 1, 2024 - at least 80% of stations
- By the end of January 2025 - 100% of stations (except for micro-based ones)
Additional requirements for base stations
In addition, by December 1, 2024, at least a quarter of base stations in each region must be connected to generators with a reserve of fuel or batteries capable of providing 72 hours of continuous operation.
Provision of critical infrastructure
From September 1, 2024, all key facilities of electronic communication networks, including international switching centers, long-distance telephone exchanges, transit stations and national Internet traffic exchange points must be equipped with 72-hour backup power. This requirement also applies to nodes of special services to which communication centers of emergency services are connected (101, 102, 103, 104, 112).
Glossary
- National Center for Operational and Technical Management of Telecommunications Networks, a state body, which regulates the operation of telecommunication networks in Ukraine.
- A base station is the main element of a mobile network that provides communication with mobile devices.
- A micro base station is a low-power base station used to cover small areas.
- Emergency services - specialized rapid response services (fire, police, ambulance, gas service).
- Backup power is an alternative source of energy used when the main power supply is turned off.
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The National Communications Commission obliged mobile operators to ensure network operation for 10 hours during power outages, which should improve communication availability in critical situations.
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Oleksandr
Finally some concrete steps to improve communication! 10 hours without light is already something. I wonder how the operators will cope with this task? 🤔
Marta
Oleksandr, I agree! But I'm more interested in how it will affect tariffs. I'm afraid we'll have to pay more for these improvements 💸
Taras
Friends, I think this is great news! Imagine how that would help in an emergency. The plan for 72 hours of autonomous operation for emergency services is particularly pleasing. It can save lives! 🚑🚒
Sophie
Taras, you are right! I work in IT, and for us a stable connection is a matter of business survival. I hope the operators will be able to fulfill all the requirements on time 🤞
Viktor
It all sounds great on paper, but who's going to pay for it? Simple people again? And why do we need those 10 hours if there is no light? Sit in the dark and look at the phone? Some nonsense... 😒
Oleksandr
Viktor, don't be such a pessimist! This is important for security and communication. As for costs, perhaps the state will provide support to operators. This is a strategic issue 🛡️
Marta
I wonder how it will affect the quality of communication in rural areas? We already have problems, but here are such ambitious plans... 🏡📱
Sophie
Marta, good question! Perhaps this will force operators to finally pay attention to remote areas. It would be great to have a stable connection all over the country 🌍