Spain will require mobile phone companies to ensure network coverage even during widespread power outages, following a significant blackout in April 2025 that impacted both Spain and Portugal. The outage left mobile networks non-functional across the country, highlighting a critical vulnerability in national infrastructure. This new mandate aims to prevent a repeat of the communication failures experienced during the event. Details of the implementation and specific requirements for mobile operators are yet to be released by the Spanish government. The move signals a heightened focus on national resilience and emergency preparedness. Officials stated the goal is to maintain essential communication channels for citizens and emergency services during future crises. The April 2025 blackout underscored the interconnectedness of power and telecommunications infrastructure.