The Argentina Cell Broadcast initiative has taken an important step forward with ENACOM’s recent approval of the “SISTEMA DE ALERTA TEMPRANA – AlertAR.” This new regulatory update confirms that mobile device manufacturers must ensure compliance with Cell Broadcast requirements when certifying devices for the Argentine market. Moreover, this development reinforces Argentina’s commitment to improving public safety and emergency communications.
AlertAR Project Approved Under National Connectivity Program
ENACOM’s Interventor has approved the Specific Project AlertAR within the PROGRAMA CONECTIVIDAD DE INTERÉS PÚBLICO. The project focuses on acquiring and financing both active and passive infrastructure to support emergency protocols, prevention activities, catastrophe alerts, and general population warnings related to natural disasters, extreme weather, or public safety risks.
Cell Broadcast as the Technology Backbone
The system is based on CELL BROADCAST (CB) technology, following the framework established by Resolution ENACOM Nº 960/2025. Additionally, ENACOM allocated $12,000,000,000 Argentine Pesos from the Universal Service Fund (FSU) to finance this national initiative. This investment aims to safeguard Argentina’s inhabitants and property across defined geographical areas.
Impact on New Mobile Device Certifications
Manufacturers seeking certification for new mobile devices in Argentina must ensure compliance with ENACOM’s Cell Broadcast requirements. Furthermore, they should continuously monitor ENACOM for potential future technical standard documents related to the implementation of AlertAR, as these may influence device testing or compliance conditions. This requirement highlights the growing importance of emergency communication capabilities in modern telecommunications equipment.
Supporting Manufacturers With Regulatory Intelligence
As Argentina enhances its emergency alert ecosystem, staying informed becomes essential for companies introducing devices into this market. For organizations needing ongoing tracking of regulatory changes, Entirety offers a dedicated Regulatory Intelligence Service to help monitor updates such as those involving wireless technologies and public alerting systems.
Impact Assesment
Technical Standards? ✅ Yes
Type Approval & Market Access? ❌ No
Imports, Customs, Trade, or Market Surveillance? ❌ No
Spectrum Management? ✅ Yes
