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Thailand's NBTC held a formal public consultation on 29 May 2026 on the rights, licensing, and use of new satellite technologies. The hearing brought together international and domestic stakeholders — including Amazon's LEO division, Eutelsat OneWeb, Viasat, and Sateliot on the international side, alongside Thai industry players from NT, ThaiCom, AIS, and Skylo.

The consultation covered three areas: satellite orbit usage rights, expanding the number of satellite operators licensed to serve Thailand, and opening ground station licensing to the private sector — currently restricted to state enterprises.

For equipment manufacturers, this development matters beyond the satellite sector itself. As new satellite operators enter the Thai market, demand for certified ground-segment equipment — terminals, modems, and gateway hardware — is expected to grow. NBTC will need to develop or adapt technical standards and certification requirements for these product categories as the framework matures.

No draft rules have been published yet. The consultation marks the beginning of a structured rulemaking process.

Zergo — we monitor NBTC policy developments so your certification planning reflects the current regulatory direction.

The FCC published a final rule on 15 May 2026 — effective 15 June 2026 — creating a priority fast-track review process for devices tested at "Trusted Test Labs." The rule defines Trusted Test Labs as laboratories located in the United States or in a country that has a Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) or equivalent trade agreement with the US.

An accompanying proposed rule goes further: it would stop the FCC from recognising test results from laboratories in countries without such reciprocal agreements.

For manufacturers targeting both the US and Thai markets, this creates a lab selection consideration on the FCC side: a device tested in Thailand — which has no MRA with the US — would not qualify for fast-track FCC review under this framework.

On the NBTC side, the criteria are different. What determines whether an overseas test report qualifies for Thailand certification is ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation scope and whether the report references NBTC-recognised standards — not whether the lab is in an MRA country. The two programmes run in parallel with separate requirements.

If you are bringing a device to both markets, Zergo handles the NBTC certification process from document review through to certificate issuance — zergo.co.

Any device that uses radio communication in the 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz bands in Thailand — Wi-Fi routers, access points, IoT modules, smart home hubs — must comply with NBTC TS 1035-2562, the technical standard for radio communication equipment using the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands.

The standard covers four frequency sub-bands: 2.400–2.500 GHz, 5.150–5.350 GHz, 5.470–5.725 GHz, and 5.725–5.850 GHz. Most Wi-Fi and RLAN devices qualify for SDoC — Supplier's Declaration of Conformity — which is the most straightforward certification route for this product category.

NBTC TS 1035-2562 explicitly accepts EN 300 328, EN 301 893, and FCC Part 15.247/15.407 as recognised standards, depending on the frequency band. This means existing FCC or CE test reports can be used for most devices — provided the issuing laboratory holds ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation and its scope specifically covers the standards referenced in the report.

No physical product sample is required. Timeline: approximately one week from complete submission.

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BCI (Brain-Computer Interface): The Technology Translating Thought into Action
A Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) creates a direct communication channel between the human brain and external devices — enabling control through neural signals alone, without any physical movement or voice input.

Two main approaches:
Non-invasive BCI — wearable EEG sensors placed on the scalp. Safe, removable, and actively developed for enterprise training, gaming, and consumer applications. Signal quality is lower but the barrier to deployment is minimal.

Invasive BCI — surgically implanted microelectrodes in the cortex (e.g. Neuralink). High-resolution signal fidelity enables complex commands but requires neurosurgical expertise and carries clinical risk.

Key applications: assistive technology for people with disabilities / enterprise training & simulation / human-machine interface design / intelligent healthcare systems

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SD-WAN: Smarter Enterprise Networking — and What It Means for NBTC

SD-WAN (Software-Defined Wide Area Network) separates network control from hardware, letting enterprises route traffic intelligently across MPLS, broadband, LTE, and 5G links. The result: lower WAN costs, better application performance, and faster branch deployments.

For the Thai market: SD-WAN appliances that incorporate wireless radios — LTE, 5G, or Wi-Fi — require NBTC certification before import or sale. The certification class depends on which radio technologies are built in. Zergo assesses each SD-WAN device's radio configuration and manages the correct NBTC approval path from start to finish.

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Terahertz (THz) Technology: The Next Frontier in Wireless Communication

Terahertz waves (0.1–10 THz) sit between microwave and infrared on the spectrum — enabling ultra-high data rates, sub-millimetre imaging, and precise sensing. Industries from 6G research to medical diagnostics and security screening are investing heavily in THz applications.

For the Thai market: THz devices are an emerging category under NBTC review. Products entering Thailand today are typically assessed case-by-case. For manufacturers at this stage, working with a certification specialist familiar with non-standard device categories can help clarify the applicable path before submission. Zergo offers regulatory consultation for exactly these situations.

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Getting regulatory approval shouldn't slow your business down.

Whether you're a manufacturer, importer, or distributor bringing wireless or telecom products into the Thai market, Zergo handles the certification and compliance process from start to finish — accurately, efficiently, and without unnecessary back-and-forth.

We work alongside your team — not as an overhead — so you can focus on what matters: getting your product to market on time.

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Mixed Reality Devices in Thailand: What NBTC Approval Do You Actually Need?

Mixed Reality (MR) headsets like HoloLens and Vision Pro are multi-radio devices — combining Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and in some models cellular. Each radio technology requires its own NBTC certification before the device can be legally imported or sold in Thailand.

The good news: NBTC issues a single certificate covering all technologies in one device. Wi-Fi and Bluetooth qualify for SDoC (~1 week). If the device also includes LTE/5G, the whole unit moves to Class B (~6 weeks) — but only one application is submitted.

Importing MR devices for enterprise, healthcare, or education projects in Thailand? Start with a cert-type check — Zergo can confirm your path before you commit to a timeline.

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RLAN vs. Wi-Fi: Why the Distinction Matters in Regulation
RLAN (Radio Local Area Network) is the technical and regulatory term for short-range wireless networking via radio frequency. In everyday life we call it Wi-Fi — but in official frameworks, RLAN is what appears in law.

RLAN (the technical name): used by regulators like NBTC when writing official frequency allocation rules, safety standards, and certification requirements for the 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz bands.

Wi-Fi (the commercial brand): a trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance, certifying that RLAN equipment from different manufacturers has been tested for interoperability.

Common deployment environments:
Home broadband / Enterprise networks / Smart building infrastructure / Retail & hospitality / Indoor IoT systems

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