10 I . D I G I TA L I N F R A S T R U C T U R E coverage. We also wish to develop a financial instrument in the form of a premium fund for broadband network development (Premiumförderung Netzausbau) in addition to existing programmes to address financial challenges facing broadband projects in rural areas. Mobile broadband is helping to accelerate the provision of universal broadband access. As a result of the early allocation of radio frequencies to mobile communications in the 700 MHz range – a frequency range that enables wireless connections in rural areas in particular thanks to the development of digital terrestrial television (switch to DVB-T2) – we can ensure that certain peripheral areas are quickly gaining speedy access to high-speed networks through the use of frequency resources. This autumn, the Federal Government is to agree on an ambitious schedule for the allocation of frequencies in conjunction with the Länder. By releasing 700 MHz frequencies (second digital dividend), we are further incentivising investment in the expansion of the broadband network. 3. Promoting mobility and supporting new services Frequency resources are an essential prerequisite for mobility. For planning purposes, all stakeholders need to know in advance which frequencies are available for which requirements. These frequencies will be coordinated together with neighbouring countries. During this process, we will give due regard to the requirements of cultural interest groups such as radio, media, and users of wireless production technologies (e.g. cultural institutions). Public protection and disaster relief agencies (PPDR) and the Federal Armed Forces will be guaranteed access to an adequate frequency spectrum. We will also ensure that, in addition to the planned provision of 2x30 MHz to support the expansion of the broadband network, frequencies will be provided for the future broadband communication of the security agencies and the Federal Armed Forces in the 700 MHz range. Fixed radio applications (hotspots, WLAN) also offer potential that we will leverage. We will make significant improvements to road safety by using intelligent traffic and automated driving systems. Initial pilot testing based on passenger and heavy goods vehicles is showing the potential of these technologies. Autonomous transport is also increasingly applicable to ships and trains. One of the challenges faced is the intro- duction of various degrees of automation. Significant advances in safety have been made thanks to the use of telematics for conveying hazardous goods and the introduction of the eCall emergency call system, both of which have been implemented and tested in various modes of transport. The interfaces between the individual modes of transport must be optimised. Creating a seamless transport chain from door to door is one example of a development that would benefit all. There are other examples: automatic identification for inland waterways transport, digital planning in the construction industry, smart and efficient interconnectivity in homes, networking within buildings and other models for integrated, sustainable urban development at the level of urban spaces with a focus on “smart cities” – all these are innovations and essential components of a modern, efficient digital infrastructure. This is the type of infrastructure we need for the area of electric mobility, for the remote metering, control and overview of devices or for new ways of working such as home offices or edu­ cational models in schools and universities. In this regard, we are providing resources for a modernisation fund to support innovation among young people. By continuing to develop the European satellite navigation system Galileo, we are creating a reliable and independent system that enables digital applications to determine locations. The encrypted Public Regulated Service (PRS) provided by this system can be accessed not only by public protection and disaster relief agencies, but also by operators of critical infrastructure. Applications such electronic toll systems, the eCall emergency call system or mobile payments are assigned an infrastructure to better meet our stringent requirements for security within a mobile, digital society. The Federal Government is therefore prioritising the action plan “PRS in Germany” and helping German businesses to develop practical PRS applications. In this regard, Germany is one of the European member states participating in PRS pilot projects. Furthermore, we are promoting innovation in PRS by awarding a joint special prize in the international innovation competition “European Satellite Navigation Competition” (ESNC). We will continue to expand the multi-level geodata infrastructure for Germany in order to provide the basis for diverse mobility applications. This will allow us to identify geodata more easily and thus exploit the economic benefits.