Four companies seeking vehicle-tracking service (VTS) licences face different hurdles as the telecom watchdog reviewed their applications, with three asked to fix document gaps and another required to pass an on-site inspection and security checks.
Fast Tech Solutions, SSL Global and Sultana Trade International have been asked to submit missing documents after the regulator found deficiencies in their applications.
Their cases will be assessed further once they provide the required information as the Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) decided in September.
FM MotoTrack, meanwhile, has cleared the initial document review, but that does not mean it has secured a licence.
The BTRC wants to inspect the company’s operations and obtain security clearance from intelligence agencies before proceeding.
An evaluation committee found FM MotoTrack’s submitted information correct and recommended moving ahead with its application.
The commission, however, decided that an on-site inspection and clearance from the relevant intelligence agencies must come first.
The three other applicants will receive notices through the Licence Information Management System (LIMS), asking them to address the shortcomings in their submissions. The commission will assess their applications after updated information is received.
The review also covered AUTO AC BD, an existing VTS operator seeking renewal after its licence expired.
The company was among 21 operators from the internet service provider and vehicle-tracking sectors found to have document deficiencies in a separate review of post-expiry applications.
The BTRC recommended a Tk30,000 fine against AUTO AC BD and a notice through LIMS seeking the missing documents.
Its renewal application will be considered after the fine is paid and the required information is submitted.
