14 Amendments of Isabella DE MONTE related to 2016/2305(INI)
Amendment 5 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 1
1. Agrees that deployment of 5G networks is a necessary condition for the development of existing and new business models in the transport and tourism sectors; underlines that effective use of the potential of very high-capacity internet networks is key to the process of digitisation of transport services and the wide use of innovative means of transport for people and goods, such as increasingly connected and autonomous vehicles or dronestourist industry;
Amendment 6 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 1
1. Agrees that deployment of 5G networks is a necessary condition for the development of existing and new business models in the transport and tourism sectors; underlines that effective use of the potential of very high-capacity internet networks is key to the process of digitisation of transport and tourism services and the wide use of innovative means of transport for people and goods, such as increasingly connected and autonomous vehicles or drones; notes that 5G networks could also contribute to develop new entertainment models, hence diversify the EU tourism offer making it more attractive;
Amendment 9 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 1
1. Agrees that deployment of 5G networks is a necessary condition for the development of existing and new business models in the transport sector; in this regard, recalls the need to raise further public awareness of the benefits of internet use for passengers and for businesses, as it enhances economic and social opportunities, while fostering inclusion and creating opportunities for less developed areas of the EU; underlines that effective use of the potential of very high-capacity internet networks is key to the process of digitisation of transport services and the wide use of innovative means of transport for people and goods, such as increasingly connected and autonomous vehicles or drones; notes that 5G will enable new high-quality services and will improve passengers' experience for increasingly sophisticated and demanding digital users, such as those who are using online platforms in relation to transport and tourism services;
Amendment 16 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 1 a (new)
Paragraph 1 a (new)
1a. Emphasises the importance of ensuring access to the 5G network so that widespread use of innovative instruments may be promoted both in the transport sector, e.g. drones or connected and autonomous vehicles, and the tourism sector, e.g. virtual reality and augmented reality;
Amendment 17 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 1 b (new)
Paragraph 1 b (new)
1b. Notes that deployment of high- capacity 5G networks may prove decisive in addressing isolation and depopulation in rural and remote areas, facilitating accessibility and connectivity in more outlying areas;
Amendment 19 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. UStresses that this initiative is part of the three strategic objectives of connectivity that the European Commission has set to be reached by 2025; underlines though that progress in the building of the European Gigabit Society can only be made with appropriate high levels of investment in network infrastructure in all the Member States; doubts whether financing models based only or primarily on investment funds will helpcalls for more funding for the deployment of an ambitious and coherent 5G financing strategy, by fiull existing gaps y utilising the level of development of network infrastructure, and even out differences in the availability of high-capacity internet connections in border and outlying areas, as well as in non-urban areaspotential and synergies of existing funds to encourage new investments; welcomes the Connecting Europe Broadband Fund, and calls the European Commission to ensure, maintain and develop further the financing for the 5G Action Plan within the horizon of the next MFF 2020-2027;
Amendment 25 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. Underlines that progress in the building of the European Gigabit Society can only be made with appropriate high levels of investment in network infrastructure in all the Member States; doubts whether financing models based only or primarily on investment funds will help fill existing gaps in the level of development of network infrastructure, and even out differences in the availability of high-capacity internet connections in border and outlying areas, as well as in non-urban areas; encourages a view that any obstacles in the supply of services, both at the national and the European level, be properly acknowledged; stresses the importance of fair-licensing and of accessibility to high-speed internet networks, which are to be achieved by binding all available providers to open communication and fair competitive practices;
Amendment 27 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. Underlines that progress in the building of the European Gigabit Society can only be made with appropriate high levels of investment in network infrastructure in all the Member States; doubts whether financing models based only or primarily on investment funds will help fill existing gaps in the level of development of network infrastructure, and even out differences in the availability of high-capacity internet connections in border and outlying areas, as well as in non-urban areas; emphasizes the need to find incentives not just for the supply side, but also for the demand side to increase citizens' interest in transport & tourism services over 5G and fostering take-up;
Amendment 33 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 2 a (new)
Paragraph 2 a (new)
2 a. invites the Commission to evaluate a planned introduction of new technologies, which are kept away from the market until older ones have run their course;
Amendment 48 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 5
Paragraph 5
5. Notes the benefits of combining projects and plans to build new network infrastructure in the 5G standard with the already planned construction and modernisation of road and rail routes within the EU; agrees that such rational combining of construction works will help to save resources and speed up the building of the necessary high-speed infrastructure; notes the potential of development of more specified infrastructure services in EU cities (smart traffic with real time information, parking, toll systems);
Amendment 49 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 5
Paragraph 5
5. Notes the benefits of combining projects and plans to build new network infrastructure in the 5G standard with the already planned construction and modernisation of road and rail routes within the EU; agrees that such rational combining of construction works will help to save resources and speed up the building of the necessary high-speed infrastructure; calls on operators to invest more in infrastructure to improve connectivity and extend 5G coverage in all EU areas - urban, peripheral and rural;
Amendment 53 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 5 a (new)
Paragraph 5 a (new)
5 a. Notes that once networked, vehicles are consistently safer (fewer accidents), greener (less emissions) and contribute to more predictable travel patterns; therefore supports the idea of introducing an EU-wide target, for all vehicles available on the EU market, to become 5G enabled and to feature on- board ITS equipment; strongly supports the goal of 5G enabling base-station networked ambulances and other emergency vehicles (police cars, fire engines) for ongoing and uninterrupted coverage during interventions;
Amendment 61 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 6
Paragraph 6
6. Strongly supports efforts towards ensuring access to the 5G network in public transport facilities and vehicles, in transport hubs and on all major transport routes by 2025; notes the important role of internet technology for the development of multimodal, user-friendly and safe infrastructure and transport services; calls on the Commission and the Member States to come up with initiatives, such as the WiFi4EU programme, to incentivize all passengers to use the new technologies, irrespective of their socioeconomic background or their age, in an effort to eliminate any digital divide between people and/or generations;
Amendment 63 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 6
Paragraph 6
6. Strongly supports efforts towards ensuring access to the 5G network in public transport facilities and vehicles, in transport hubs and on all major transport routes by 2025; notes the important role of internet technology not just for the development of multimodal, user-friendly and safe infrastructure and transport services, but also for the development of on-board e-call technology;