The European Commission has approved use of mobile WiMAX (802.16e-2005) in the 3.4-3.8 GHz radio spectrum in Europe.

By january 2012, state members will have to open up their spectrum for fixed, nomadic and mobile usage in these frequencies.

Most european countries limited usage to only fixed and nomadic services. Nevertheless, a few were already opening up to mobility.

Last year, the World Radio Conference (WRC) integrated the 3.4-3.6 GHz band into IMT’s definition of “4G”.

http://www.wimaxday.net/site/2008/05/28/wimax-spectrum-given-mobility-status-in-europe/

Cisco, the number one network equipment maker in the world, is to acquire Navini Networks and enter the WiMAX market.

The operation, costing $330 million in cash and shares, will be finalized at the beginning of 2008.

After joining the 3G technologies, WiMAX confirms it’s credibility.

Other active WiMAX companies include Airspan, Alcatel-Lucent, Alvarion or Motorola.

via Cisco’s corporate blog