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Family and Children's Career Day of the Electronic Communications Office of Latvia

Project title:

Family and Children's Career Day of the Electronic Communications Office of Latvia.
Projekta numurs: 2025.LV/ĢDD/025

Project goal:

  • To organize an educational  event for the children of company’s employees, to introduce them in an understandable, child-appropriate, and practical way to their parents' work environment and the company's field of activity – radio frequency spectrum management, which is almost invisible to the public in everyday life but essential for anyone who uses wireless communications, e.g., mobile phones, the internet, television, walkie-talkies, etc.
  • To promote various family-friendly educational activities, introducing employees' children to their parents' occupations and careers, so that both the children and the families benefit from learning and resting together.
  • To introduce children to the world of radio frequencies and various types of radio communication, thereby increasing their interest in the STEM field and gaining an understanding of the basic operating principles of radio communication systems.

During the Career Day, numerous parents will act as guides or participants in the activities, strengthening family involvement and intergenerational connection, and promoting the development of a family-friendly work culture in Latvia.

Project implementation period:

August 1, 2025 - to October 1, 2025.

Financing and grant program goal:

The  project co-financing costs are EUR 4,000.00, which are financed by the European Union and the event is organized  within the framework of the European Social Fund Plus project “Creating a family-friendly environment and society”, project number 4.3.6.9/1/24/I/001”.
The goal of the grant program is to create a supportive society for families with children by implementing measures and support programs to promote psychological and emotional resilience, creating prerequisites for the positive development and social integration of children, allowing them to realize their potential for a successful life.

Introduction of Electric Vehicles and their Charging Infrastructure in the Company

Project title:

Implementation of the project “Introduction of Electric Vehicles and their Charging Infrastructure in the Company” (Identification No. MF-1/3)

Project description:

Electronic Communications Office of Latvia is introducing the electric transport and implementating project with the support of the Modernisation Fund, in Modernisation Fund financed call of proposals "Enhancing Energy Efficiency in the Transport Sector – Support for the Implementation of Electric Vehicles and Their Charging Infrastructure" announced by Environmental Investment Fund of Latvia (SIA "Vides investīciju fonds".

Project goal:

The goal of the project is to reduce air pollution and promote the integration of environmentally friendly transport solutions into the company's operations. As part of the project, it is planned to replace a portion of the existing service vehicles operating on fossil fuels with four electric vehicles. This step will enhance the company's energy efficiency by reducing carbon emissions.

Project implementation period:

June 10, 2025 –  December 9, 2026 (18 months).

Projekta kopējās izmaksas / piesaistītais finansējums:

The total project costs are EUR 160,200.00, of which co-financing from the Modernisation Fund resources amount up to EUR 20,000.00 (twenty thousand euros and 0 cents).

Project STARC

Project title:

Strengthening the capacity of the State Institution "Information Technology and Cybersecurity Service" (STISC) to enhance funding allocation to the electronic communications sector to support integration into the European Union.

Project description and aim of the project:

The STARC project is a strategic cooperation initiative aimed at strengthening the capacity, resilience, and adaptability of Moldova’s electronic communications and cybersecurity systems. Its objective is to enhance the institutional capabilities and capacity of the State Institution "Information Technology and Cybersecurity Service" (hereinafter – STISC) for planning and implementing strategically important projects in the electronic communications sector, thereby supporting Moldova’s integration process into the European Union.

The project activities include:

  1. Strengthening institutional capacity by providing Moldova’s STISC with knowledge on EU digital infrastructure development principles and funding mechanisms, and by developing a tailored development plan aligned with the institution’s specific needs and priorities.
  2. Enhancing practical knowledge and skills through the development of a training program and modules, and by providing practical expertise and experience to support the development and implementation of digital transformation projects.
  3. Promoting regional cooperation and knowledge exchange by strengthening collaboration between Moldovan and Latvian institutions to ensure the transfer of best EU practices and foster long-term partnerships.

As a result of the project, it is expected that Moldova’s electronic communications sector will improve its ability to plan and attract financial resources for the development of strategic projects. In the long term, these skills will not only contribute to infrastructure development but also promote the creation of new strategic partnerships across a broader range of sectors.

Project funding:

Total budget: EUR 179,126.79.

This project is funded by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Latvia. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Latvia is not responsible for the content of this publication or website.

Project partners:

  1. Electronic Communications Office of Latvia
  2. SAFEGE Baltija
  3. State Institution “Information Technology and Cyber Security Service” (STISC)

The use of the Radiofrequency Spectrum During Large-scale Public Events

Requirements for Using Radio Frequency Spectrum in Latvia.

According to Clause 54 of the Electronic Communications Law, the use of radio frequency spectrum for radio equipment operation is allowed:

  1. with an individual radio frequency assignment permit issued by Electronic Communications Office of Latvia (ECO) (hereinafter referred to as an INDIVIDUAL PERMIT)

Individual permit is issued to a specific user, granting the right to use specified frequencies under the parameters indicated in the permit.

Common radio devices used under an Individual Permit during large-scale events include portable radio for voice radio communication (operating in the 146 – 174 MHz and 406.2 – 470 MHz frequency bands), wireless microphones and in-ear monitors, video signal transmission links.

  1. without individual permit (according to a shared radio frequency assignment permit (hereinafter referred to as a SHARED PERMIT)).

In this case, a permit is not issued to spectrum users. Shared permit allows the installation and use of radio equipment included in the “National Radio Frequency Plan” (Cabinet of Ministers Regulation No. 3, January 10, 2023) Appendix 3, operating within specified shared frequency bands or channels, adhering to technical requirements, spectrum usage conditions, and restrictions.

Common radio equipment operating under a Shared Permit includes: PMR446 portable radio for voice radio communication (operating in the 446.0 – 446.2 MHz band), car alarm remotes, various Wi-Fi devices (operating in the 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz bands), Bluetooth headsets.


Usage Frequency Band Permit Type
Sound and video signal transmission 470 – 694 MHz
2010 – 2025 MHz
2025 - 2110 MHZ
2200 - 2290 MHz
2360 - 2400 MHz
7128 - 7240 MHz
7282 - 7394 MHz
10 - 10,15 GHz etc.		 Individual permit (ECO)
Portable radio for voice radio communication PMR446 portable radio for voice
radio communication (private
mobile radio communication
system in the 446 MHz band,
factory-programmed power of
0.5W, built-in antenna)		 Shared permit
146 – 174 MHz
406,1 – 470 MHz		 Individual permit (ECO)
Wireless microphones and in-ear monitors 174–216 MHz
470 – 694 MHz
821,5 – 832 MHz		 Individual permit (ECO)
863 – 865 MHz Shared permit
1350 – 1400 MHz Individual permit (ECO)
1785 – 1804,8 MHz
2400 – 2483,5 MHz
5725 – 5875 MHz		 Shared permit
Broadband data transmission devices 2 400–2 483,5 MHz
5470–5725 MHz		 Shared Permit, for
indoor and outdoor use
5150 – 5250 MHz 
5945 – 6425 MHz		 Shared Permit, for
indoor use and limited
outdoor use
5250 – 5350 MHz Shared Permit, for
indoor use only

Complete and submit a request (application) to Electronic Communications Office of Latvia. The request must be signed by an authorized or delegated person, attaching the original of the corresponding power of attorney or a properly certified copy.
A foreign legal entity must, in addition to the application form, complete a "Customer identification form".

It is recommended to use the request form prepared by Electronic Communications Office of Latvia:

Attēls
Ilustratīvs attēls
Application for a Short-term e-licence
Attēls
Ilustratīvs attēls
Customer identification form

Sign the request with a secure electronic signature and send it to the email address esakari@esakari.lv or to the company’s official e-address (Latvija.lv).

 

The cost of obtaining an Individual permit depends on the type of radio equipment, its output power, the bandwidth of the radio frequency channel used, and other parameters. For exact costs of an individual permit, please contact the specialists at Electronic Communications Office of Latvia.

There are two types of payments:

  1. for reviewing a short-term permit application: EUR 38,53 (per permit);
  2. approximate costs for ensuring the electromagnetic compatibility of radio equipment:
    1. portable radio for voice radio communication: from EUR 3.00/day per channel;
    2. wireless microphones and in-ear monitors: from EUR 0.40/day per band or channel;
    3. video signal transmission radio links: from EUR 1.00/day per band or channel.

SNS Collaborative Operations and Output Optimisation (SNS CO-OP)

Project Title:

SNS Collaborative Operations and Output Optimisation (SNS CO-OP), ID: 101192000

Project Description:

The SNS CO-OP project is dedicated to supporting and facilitating the activities of the European Union's Smart Networks and Services Joint Undertaking (SNS JU) initiative. The project orchestrates strategic activities in collaboration with the SNS JU Office and the 6G Industry Association to promote the European industry's perspective on 6G, highlight the achievements of the 6G SNS initiative and its projects, and advance the goals of the SNS JU. Building upon the platforms and communities established by previous projects SNS OPS and SNS ICE, SNS CO-OP aims to stimulate and align complementary activities across the broader 6G SNS stakeholder community. Additionally, the project will provide support for the EUCNC & 6G Summit events in 2025 and 2026, leveraging the experience from the 6GStart project. The project team will regularly assess dissemination and communication effectiveness using measurable parameters to maximize the impact of the SNS initiative in partnership with all ongoing SNS projects.

The main goal for LLC ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS OFFICE OF LATVIA is to ensure the platform of “Techritory” for publishing of project outcomes.

Project partners:

  1. EURESCOM-EUROPEAN INSTITUTE FOR RESEARCH AND STDE Coordinator 
  2. 6G SMART NETWORKS AND SERVICES INDUSTRY ASSOCIA BE Partner 
  3. NOKIA SOLUTIONS AND NETWORKS GMBH &CO KG DE Partner 
  4. ERICSSON AB SE Partner 
  5. THALES SIX GTS FRANCE SAS FR Partner 
  6. TELENOR ASA NO Partner 
  7. TELECOM ITALIA SPA IT Partner 
  8. SAS IDATE FR Partner 
  9. NOKIA NETWORKS FRANCE FR Partner 
  10. SOUTH EAST TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY IE Partner 
  11. MTU AUSTRALO ALPHA LAB EE Partner 
  12. TRUST-IT SERVICES SRL IT Partner 
  13. COMMPLA SRL IT Affiliated 
  14. INSTITUTO DE TELECOMUNICACOES PT Partner 
  15. NEDERLANDSE ORGANISATIE VOOR TOEGEPAST NATUUR NL Partner 
  1. CENTRE TECNOLOGIC DE TELECOMUNICACIONS DE CATA ES Partner 
  2. ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS OFFICE OF LATVIA  Partner
  3. INOV INSTITUTO DE ENGENHARIA DE SISTEMAS E COMPU PT Partner 
  4. OULUN YLIOPISTO FI Partner 
  5. POLITECHNIKA POZNANSKA PL Partner 
  6. UNIVERSIDAD DE MALAGA ES Partner 
  7. TELEFONICA INNOVACION DIGITAL SL ES Partner

Project Duration:

January 1, 2025 – March 31, 2027

Project Funding:

Total cost: €4,173,385.00; of which co-funding for Electronic Communications Office of Latvia  202 500, 00 EUR.

European Commission Funding Acknowledgment: This project is co-funded by the European Union's Horizon Europe program under Grant Agreement No. 101192000.

Project "INACT"

Project title:

Project "INACT" – Co-financing by the Association LETERA for the internationalization activities of LLC Electronic Communications Office of Latvia

Description:

LLC Electronic Communications Office of Latvia participates in the Rehabilitation Fund project no. 5.1.1.2.i.0/3/24/A/CFLA/005 "Latvian Electrical Engineering and Electronics Industry Cluster".

The aim of the project:

To support the internationalization of Latvian electrical engineering and electronics industry cluster members and to increase private investments in research and development.

Project Timeframe:

Project implementation period: February 2025 – June 2026

Funding:

Total budget is 35 294 EUR, of which 30 000,00 EUR co-funded by LETERA.
More about the project at https://www.letera.lv/projekts/latvijas-elektrotehnikas-un-elektronikas-nozares-klasteris/.

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