Spectrum as a Strategic Asset
Defense, Security and Critical Infrastructure
A heartfelt thank you to all our speakers and participants for being part of the 30th LS telcom Spectrum Summit on 6 October 2026. It was a pleasure to bring so many perspectives together.
The digital event explored the growing strategic relevance of spectrum for defense, security, and critical infrastructure. Discussions focused on how effective planning, monitoring, coordination, and cooperation can strengthen spectrum-dependent operations. Speakers shared perspectives on current challenges, emerging requirements, and the role of integrated software, hardware, and consulting expertise in supporting reliable and resilient communications.
You can view the agenda as it appeared for the 30th LS telcom Spectrum Summit on 6 October 2026 below.
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Welcome & Introduction
10:00 am CEST
Welcome to the 30th Spectrum Summit
Kick off with a brief welcome by Roland Götz, LS telcom AG
Keynote / Opening Perspective
“Importance of Spectrum Management for Nations and Their Modern Armed Forces in Order to Maintain the Advantage.”
Christian “Chris” Badia will open the 30th Spectrum Summit with a keynote on the importance of spectrum management for nations and modern armed forces. Drawing on his experience in military strategy, defence planning, and NATO transformation, he will set the scene for the day’s discussions on spectrum as a strategic asset.
His keynote will highlight why reliable access to spectrum is essential for operational advantage, resilient communications, and future defence capabilities.
Panel Discussion
"Spectrum as a Strategic Asset"
Moderator: Richard Haas
Recent geopolitical events have highlighted the critical importance of spectrum. It's becoming more important than ever for governments and regulators to safeguard continued access to their spectrum resources, to ensure that communications and information can flow freely.
This panel brings together different stakeholders to assess how spectrum policy must adapt to a more contested environment, from jamming and interference risk to cross-border coordination challenges and tensions between commercial and mission-critical use cases.
Break
Short Break
Take a moment to stretch, grab a coffee, or clear your mind before we dive into the next session.
Fireside Chat
"How to Balance Spectrum Sovereignty with Other Strategic Priorities"
Moderator: Saul Friedner
Countries and regions across the world are trying to preserve and enhance their national sovereignty. This, of course, includes spectrum, which is a gateway for new technologies to enter a market.
This panel considers how regulators and governments can both ensure that their populations gain access to the best possible services while also balancing national security and sovereignty concerns.
Conclusion
Conclusion / Closing Farewell
Wrap up the event with a summary of insights by Laura Sear, Policy Tracker
End of Conference
1:00 pm CEST
The 30th Spectrum Summit comes to a close - Thank you for joining us online!