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SkyCloud Networks is a new Licensee that has recently joined other telecommunications Operators in Vanuatu’s competitive telecommunications market. SkyCloud Networks has a focus on providing internet services. On 24 October 2013, TRR issued a telecommunications licence to SkyCloud Networks for the provision of telecommunications services to the public. TRR welcomes this investment, its contribution to the economy and enhancement of the internet market of Vanuatu.

TRR wishes SkyCloud Networks well in its business endeavours and, just like all other Operators, TRR urges SkyCloud Networks to work with other Operators in the market and to comply with its Licence conditions, the Telecommunications and Radiocommunications Regulation Act 2009 and other relevant laws of Vanuatu.

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The Office of TRR has ordered a new business entity, Skycloud Networks, to comply with the Telecommunications and Radiocommunications Regulation Act 2009 (“the Act”). TRR ascertained that Skycloud Networks was providing a telecommunications service (internet service) to the public without having the necessary Telecommunications Licence under section 12(1) of the Act, and acted immediately. There had been some misunderstanding by Skycloud Networks of its obligations, but TRR clarified that it must have a licence before it could provide a telecommunications service and instructed it to immediately to the supply of such services. Skycloud Networks has now complied with TRR’s instruction. A public Notice, and apology, was placed in the Daily Post on Tuesday 22 October 2013, and the Notice will also be placed in the Daily Post and The Independent on Saturday 26 October 2013.

The Object of the Act is to facilitate the development of the telecommunications sector in order to promote national, social and economic development. The internet market of Vanuatu is developing and TRR does not wish to prevent innovative companies from entering the market. However, whilst recognizing that need and the Object of the Act, TRR must, and will, ensure that the Act is complied with at all times; whether that is a new entrant or existing operators.

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Today, 17 December 2013, TRR finalized and issued the Nominated Service Provider Reference Interconnection Offer (NSP RIO) for the telecommunications industry. It covers Offers which must be provided by a NSP for the provision of interconnection service to any access seeker seeking interconnection with a NSP. The NSP RIO is intended to guide a NSP, and any other Service Providers seeking interconnection with a NSP, and will facilitate the provision of interconnection services in Vanuatu.

Both TVL and Digicel were notified by TRR as NSPs under section 27 (1) of the Telecommunications and Radiocommunications Regulation Act No 30 of 2009 (the Act). TRR is also in the process of designating Interchange Limited dominant in submarine cable access and will notify it as a NSP under the Act as soon as Interchange Limited launches service from the submarine cable in Vanuatu in January 2014.

TRR consulted with both NSPs under section 27(4) of the Act and other interested parties, including Interchange Limited, prior to determining the terms and conditions of a public consultation draft NSP RIO, and took these consultations and views into account in developing and finalizing the NSP RIO; which is now applicable for the sector at large.

The NSP RIO is a living offer document which will be reviewed and modified as required as experience is gained on its application and industry evolution.

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TRR seeks Expressions of Interest from interested candidates for the consulting role of Telecommunication Spectrum Expert. The deadline for receipt of EOIs is Friday 4.30pm, 27 September 2013 at COB as outlined. Upon receipt of EOIs, an evaluation committee will perform an assessment of all expressions after which the successful candidate will be contacted. Unsuccessful tenders will be acknowledged and informed accordingly.

For related information please contact: Jeanette Yiu Hing WB Coordinator on email jeanetteyiuhing@trr.vu OR jobs@trr.vu for further information. Click here to download the formal Request for Expression of Interest.

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On 10 September 2013, the Regulator approved the “transfer of control” from Can’L SASS Noumea to Vanuatu Technologies Enterprise Limited (VTE Ltd), given that VTE Ltd will buy the shares of Can’L (Vanuatu) Ltd. TRR is of the view that such transfer will not affect the Licence issued to Can’L (Vanuatu) Ltd. Can’L (Vanuatu) Ltd will still remain the holder of the Telecommunications Licence, which means that Can’L will still the named “Licensee” under the Telecommunications and Radiocommunications Regulation Act (2009). The decision of Can’L Ltd to sell its shares is a business decision of its owner. TRR, however, has to make sure that regulatory process is followed to ensure any contract concluded under this arrangement is lawful and in compliance of the Act and Licence. TRR wishes the new owner of Can’L (Vanuatu) Ltd well and encourages it to work together with other licensees in developing the telecommunications market of Vanuatu and the sector at large.

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  1. A consultation document issued by the TRR on the planning and allocation of the radio spectrum
  2. Internet Regulatory Practice
  3. Public Consultation on National Numbering Plan and Procedures until 30 January 2012
  4. “WEKAP” for an Internet Access in Rensarie Community, East Malekula
  5. The Telecoms Regulator and Ministry of Infrastructure and Public Utilities hosts an industry fora on Broadband
  6. The Telecoms Regulator holds End of Year Review
  7. Mr Regulator Interviewed at Geneva
  8. Second Public Consultation on TVL Draft RIO for 2 weeks until 11 November
  9. Quality of Service Regulation
  10. Draft Internet Regulatory Policy