Brussels Court Orders Digi to Remove Unauthorised Fibre Installations Amid Competition Dispute

The Brussels commercial court has taken a significant step in the ongoing telecom competition dispute by ordering Digi to remove fibre installations that were set up without the necessary permits. This ruling underscores the critical importance of adhering to legal requirements in the deployment of network infrastructure.

Details of the Court Ruling

The court’s decision came after a formal complaint filed by Proximus, a leading telecom operator in Belgium. Proximus accused Digi of engaging in unfair competition by installing fibre network infrastructure in Brussels without obtaining proper authorization. According to the court:

• Digi must dismantle all unauthorised fibre equipment currently installed.
• The company faces potential fines if it fails to comply with the court’s orders within a stipulated timeframe.

Implications for Telecom Providers

This verdict sends a clear message to telecom companies operating in Brussels about the necessity of complying with regulatory procedures. Key points include:

1. The importance of securing official permits before network expansion.
2. Ensuring a level playing field by preventing unfair advantages through unapproved infrastructure installations.
3. Reinforcing legal frameworks that preserve healthy competition among service providers.

Impact on the Market and Future Outlook

Beyond this specific dispute, the case highlights broader challenges within the telecom industry related to:

• Network expansion strategies
• Regulatory compliance enforcement
• Competitive conduct in urban markets like Brussels

Consumers and industry watchers alike will be closely monitoring how Digi responds to this ruling and how it may affect their market strategy moving forward.

For ongoing coverage and updates on this story and other developments in European telecom, stay tuned to Questiqa Europe News.

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