AUSTRALIAN COMMUNICATIONS AND MEDIA AUTHORITY
Telecommunications Act 1997
Subsection 56(1)
CARRIER LICENCE GRANTED – SKY PERFECT JSAT CORPORATION
The Australian Communications and Media Authority gives notice under subsection 56(3) of the Telecommunications Act 1997 (“the Act”) that on 13 July 2026 a carrier licence was granted to SKY Perfect JSAT Corporation (Corporate number: 5010401077210) under subsection 56(1) of the Act.
NOTES - CONDITIONS OF CARRIER LICENCES
Note: See Division 3 of Part 3 of the Telecommunications Act 1997, which provides for the conditions of a carrier licence and contains other provisions relating to those conditions. The Telecommunications Act 1997 is registered on the Federal Register of Legislation, which may be accessed at www.legislation.gov.au.
Dated: 13 July 2026
Overview
The Telecommunications Act 1997 was enacted by the Parliament of Australia to establish a comprehensive regulatory framework governing telecommunications services, including the licensing and oversight of telecommunications carriers. The Act was introduced to address the need for a unified and efficient regulatory system that could keep pace with technological advancements and the evolving landscape of telecommunications services. The overarching policy objective of the Act is to facilitate the delivery of high-quality telecommunications services while protecting consumer interests and ensuring fair competition within the industry. Through the Act, the Australian Communications and Media Authority is empowered to grant carrier licences, such as the one issued to SKY Perfect JSAT Corporation on 13 July 2026, thereby regulating the provision of telecommunications services in Australia and ensuring compliance with specified conditions and standards.
Scope and Application
The Telecommunications Act 1997 applies to entities seeking to provide telecommunications services within Australia, including carrier services, and it encompasses various industries that rely on telecommunications infrastructure. The Act applies to both Australian and foreign entities, provided they wish to operate within the Australian telecommunications sector. This includes any corporation or individual intending to provide services such as the recently granted carrier licence to SKY Perfect JSAT Corporation. The geographic reach of the Act is national, as it is a Commonwealth Act and applies across all states and territories of Australia. The Act does not specify exclusions or exemptions, but it does set out various conditions and requirements for obtaining and maintaining a carrier licence, as detailed in Division 3 of Part 3 of the Act. Additionally, the application and scope of the Act can be further defined or modified through subordinate instruments such as regulations or determinations made by the Australian Communications and Media Authority under the authority of the Act.
Key Provisions
The Telecommunications Act 1997 (section 56(1)) outlines the process by which carrier licences are granted to entities such as SKY Perfect JSAT Corporation. On 13 July 2026, the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) granted a carrier licence to SKY Perfect JSAT Corporation under this provision. This licence is pivotal as it allows the corporation to engage in telecommunications activities within Australia, subject to the terms and conditions stipulated in the Act.
Under the Telecommunications Act 1997, the carrier licence granted to SKY Perfect JSAT Corporation is subject to specific conditions as detailed in Division 3 of Part 3. These conditions may include requirements regarding the quality of service, the technical standards to be met, and other operational obligations that ensure the telecommunications services provided are in compliance with national standards and regulations. The Act mandates that the corporation must adhere to these conditions to maintain its operational validity and avoid any legal repercussions.
The obligations imposed by the Telecommunications Act 1997 on SKY Perfect JSAT Corporation include compliance with all stipulated conditions of the carrier licence, which encompass a range of operational and service-related standards. The corporation must ensure that its services are provided in a manner that meets the statutory requirements and does not infringe on the rights of consumers or other telecommunications entities. Failure to comply with these obligations can result in legal consequences, including the potential revocation of the licence.
The Act also outlines potential offences, penalties, and civil or criminal consequences for breaches of the carrier licence conditions. Under section 216 of the Telecommunications Act 1997, breaches of licence conditions can lead to substantial penalties. For example, the maximum penalty for contravening the conditions may include fines or imprisonment, depending on the severity and nature of the breach. The Act ensures that any infringements are addressed with appropriate legal measures to uphold the integrity of the telecommunications sector in Australia.