Brussels Court Orders Digi to Remove Unauthorised Fibre Installations Amid Rivalry

The Brussels commercial court has issued a ruling requiring Digi, a telecommunications company, to remove its network infrastructure that was installed in Brussels without the necessary permits. The court emphasized that Digi must comply with this order or face potential fines.

This decision follows a complaint by Proximus, a well-established telecom operator, who accused Digi of engaging in unfair competition. According to reports from De Tijd, Proximus alleges that Digi deployed fibre installations without proper authorization, which they argue gave Digi an unfair market advantage.

The court’s ruling serves as a reminder of the importance of regulatory compliance within the highly competitive Brussels telecom market. Digi is now under pressure to either obtain the appropriate permits or dismantle the unauthorized infrastructure to avoid penalties.

This case highlights the ongoing tensions in the telecommunications sector, where new entrants are rapidly expanding their infrastructure, challenging existing providers. Brussels authorities continue to enforce strict controls over network installations to maintain fair competition and ensure legal operations within the city.

Key points from the ruling and industry context include:

• Digi’s network infrastructure installed without necessary permits
• Potential fines imposed if Digi does not comply
• Proximus’s complaint centered on unfair competition claims
• Regulatory emphasis on legal compliance in network deployments
• Ongoing industry tensions amid new market entrants
• Brussels authorities’ strict enforcement of telecom infrastructure rules

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