Malaysia MCMC Publishes SRSPs for Fixed Wireless Systems in the 6425-7725 MHz Range

Malaysia's Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has issued new regulations for Fixed Wireless Systems (FWS), aiming to enhance spectrum efficiency, minimize interference, and support network infrastructure for transport (trunking) and mobile backhaul networks.

On February 25, 2026, MCMC published three new Standard Radio System Plans (SRSPs) extending its FWS regulatory framework into adjacent frequency ranges. These documents establish the minimum technical, licesing, and coordination requirements for operators and equipment manufacturers seeking to deploy fixed wireless links in Malaysia's upper microwave bands.

What Was Published: The Three New SRSPs

MCMC published the following three Standard Radio System Plans on February 25. 2026:

SRSP FS 6.425 (Updated) - Requirements for Fixed Wireless Systems Operating in the Frequency Band of 6425 MHz to 7110 MHz

SRSP FS 7.111 - Requirements for Fixed Wireless Systems Operating in the Frequency Band of 7111 to 7425 MHz

SRSP FS 7.425 — Requirements for Fixed Wireless Systems Operating in the Frequency Band of 7425 MHz to 7725 MHz

These plans are issued under the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 and the Malaysian Spectrum Plan. Each SRSP provides information on the minimum technical and regulatory requirements for the efficient use of the respective frequency band, and does not attempt to establish detailed equipment standards.

Malaysia MCMC SRSP Compliance: Technical Requirements for Fixed Wireless Systems

The technical characteristics of FWS equipment shall conform to all applicable Malaysian standards and international standards including the ITU and its Radio Regulations as agreed and adopted by Malaysia.

All FWS equipment operating within these frequency bands must comply with Malaysian technical standards and international guidelines, including those set by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). safety and regulatory requirements outlined in Malaysia's certification under Regulation 14, ensuring compliance with equipment approval and operational standars.

Key technical parameters established in these SRSPs include:

Channel Arrangement — The RF channel arrangement is based on the RF channel arrangement in the latest version of Recommendation ITU-R F.384. For a channel arrangement of 40 MHz, up to eight transmit and eight receive channels are defined, with each channel accommodating a bit rate of the order of 140 Mbits/s, or synchronous digital hierarchy bit-rates. A 20 MHz channel separation arrangement providing up to sixteen transmit and sixteen receive channels is also specified for medium-capacity applications.

Minimum Path Length — The minimum path length requirement for FWS in these bands is 20 km. Use of path length less than specified may be considered on a case-by-case basis by MCMC.

Interference Mitigation — Special care shall be taken by FWS service providers during the network planning stage and installation of their communications equipment to avoid any interference to and from other primary services. Providers shall take full advantage of interference mitigation techniques such as antenna discrimination, antenna tilting, antenna polarisation, frequency discrimination, shielding/blocking, site selection, and/or power control.

Interference Responsibility — If interference occurs or is anticipated, MCMC may require modifications to the system. However, the cost of any required modifications will be the full responsibility of the assignment holder, not MCMC.

Scope and Intended Use

The intended use of FWS in these bands is for transport (trunking) and mobile backhaul networks only. This positions these SRSPs as directly relevant to telecommunications operators, tower companies, and mobile network infrastructure providers deploying point-to-point microwave links in Malaysia.

Certification Impact Summary

Item	Detail
Issuing Authority	Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC)
Publication Date	February 25, 2026
Effective Date	Effective from date of publication
SRSPs Published	SRSP FS 6.425, SRSP FS 7.111, SRSP FS 7.425
Frequency Bands Covered	6425–7110 MHz, 7111–7425 MHz, 7425–7725 MHz
Intended Use	Transport (trunking) and mobile backhaul networks
Certification Body	SIRIM (Scientific and Industrial Research Institute of Malaysia)
Certification Type	Mandatory
Applicable Regulation	Regulation 14, Communications and Multimedia (Technical Standards) Regulations 2000
License Validity	60 months
Assignment Mechanism	Apparatus Assignment (AA), first-come first-served
International Alignment	ITU-R F.384, ITU Radio Regulations

Licensing and Assignment Principles

Authorisation of the use of these bands for FWS stations shall be by way of an Apparatus Assignment (AA). Eligible applicants include Network Facilities Provider (Individual) licence holders who own or provide radiocommunications transmitters and links, and private network facilities (Government and private corporations or companies) for private use only. The AA shall be assigned based on a first-come, first-served basis.

Applicants must submit an AA application using the prescribed form in accordance with the Act, the Communications and Multimedia (Spectrum) Regulations 2000, the Spectrum Plan, and any other documents and information that may be requested by MCMC. The issuance of an AA will be subject to technical analysis and evaluation conducted by MCMC. If necessary, operator-to-operator coordination at defined geographic boundaries may be required to reduce the possibility of interference.

Cross-Border Coordination Requirements

For deployments near Malaysian borders, specific coordination obligations apply. The use of these bands requires coordination with neighbouring countries within defined coordination zones, subject to agreed operational EIRP limits. The coordination framework involves FACSMAB (Frequency Assignment Committee of Singapore, Malaysia and Brunei Darussalam), JCC (Joint Committee on Communications between the Republic of Indonesia and Malaysia), JTC (Joint Technical Committee on Coordination and Assignment of Frequencies along Malaysia–Thailand Common Border), and the TRILATERAL coordination framework between Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore.

Coordination distances range from 30 km to 50 km depending on EIRP level and the applicable bilateral or trilateral agreement.

What This Means for Manufacturers

For equipment manufacturers, importers, and wireless infrastructure operators, these three SRSPs carry direct compliance obligations:

SIRIM certification is mandatory. FWS equipment operating in the 6425–7725 MHz range must be certified under Regulation 14 of the Communications and Multimedia (Technical Standards) Regulations 2000 through SIRIM before deployment or sale in Malaysia. Products not holding a valid SIRIM certificate cannot legally operate in these bands.

New bands mean new certification scope. The publication of SRSP FS 7.111 and SRSP FS 7.425 opens formally regulated pathways for equipment in the 7111–7425 MHz and 7425–7725 MHz sub-bands. Manufacturers with products capable of operating in these ranges must ensure their SIRIM certifications cover the newly documented spectrum before seeking deployment authorization.

ITU-R F.384 channel compliance is required. Equipment must implement the channel arrangements specified in ITU-R F.384, including the defined transmit/receive separations, channel bandwidths (20 MHz or 40 MHz), and EIRP constraints. Products not designed to these channel plans will not satisfy the SRSP requirements.

Backhaul and transport use cases only. These bands are not authorized for general broadband access or unlicensed use. Equipment manufacturers marketing products for use in Malaysia must clearly scope their certification applications to transport and mobile backhaul applications as defined in the SRSPs.

Periodic reviews expected. MCMC has stated that these requirements and allocations may be reviewed periodically to reflect technological advancements and evolving needs in Malaysia's communications and multimedia sector. Stakeholders must stay informed on updates to ensure compliance with future changes in spectrum regulation.

Timeline and Required Actions

February 25, 2026 — MCMC publishes SRSP FS 6.425 (updated), SRSP FS 7.111, and SRSP FS 7.425. Requirements are effective immediately from the date of publication.

Now — Q2 2026 — Equipment manufacturers should review their product portfolios against the newly published channel arrangements and technical parameters. Products intended for these bands must be tested and certified by SIRIM if not already covered by an existing certification.

Ongoing — Operators planning to deploy FWS in the 6425–7725 MHz range must submit Apparatus Assignment applications to MCMC. Cross-border deployments require coordination with FACSMAB, JCC, JTC, or the TRILATERAL framework as applicable.

Ongoing — Monitor the MCMC SRSP list page for any further updates, revisions, or additional SRSPs covering adjacent or overlapping frequency ranges as Malaysia continues to develop its spectrum framework.

Malaysia's MCMC has expanded its Fixed Wireless Systems regulatory framework with three new Standard Radio System Plans covering the 6425–7725 MHz range, effective February 25, 2026. These SRSPs align with ITU-R F.384 channel recommendations, establish mandatory SIRIM certification requirements under Regulation 14, and restrict these bands to transport and mobile backhaul applications. Operators and equipment manufacturers targeting the Malaysian market must verify their products' certification status and ensure Apparatus Assignment applications are submitted in compliance with the new technical parameters.