March 13th, 2024 4:37 PM 0 COMMENTS

One NZ to Create Separate Entity for Its Fibre Assets

New Zealand operator One NZ will cover 99.5 percent of the population and 60 percent of the geography of New Zealand with an upgraded 4G/5G Network by 2025. Additionally, the company revealed its plans to establish a separate fiber entity to maximize the usage and value of its network assets, Infratil said in its Investor Day report. Also Read: Infratil to Acquire Majority Stake in One New Zealand Fiber Infrastructure... Read More

February 29th, 2024 8:26 PM 0 COMMENTS

Spark Plans 10 MW Data Centre Campus in North Shore, New Zealand

Telecommunications company Spark New Zealand has announced plans to develop a data center in Auckland's North Shore. Spark said it had reached a conditional agreement to purchase land for a new development, initially targeting a 10 MW hyperscale data center campus, with the option for further expansion. Also Read: CtrlS Datacenters Unveils Fifth Hyperscale Campus in Chennai Development Announcement In its H1 Y24 result announcement, Spark mentioned the completion of... Read More

February 15th, 2024 9:24 PM 0 COMMENTS

Chorus Extends Fibre Network in 59 Communities Across New Zealand

New Zealand's open-access internet infrastructure company, Chorus, has announced its first significant fibre network expansion since the completion of the government-supported Ultra-Fast Broadband (UFB) programme in December 2022. The Chorus-funded project will bring state-of-the-art fibre internet to an additional 10,000 homes and businesses, spanning from Kerikeri in the North to Otatara in the South, encompassing 59 communities nationwide. Also Read: Spark New Zealand Unveils Plans for Satellite-Connected Cell Towers Network... Read More

November 29th, 2023 4:48 PM 0 COMMENTS

Spark New Zealand Unveils Plans for Satellite-Connected Cell Towers Network

New Zealand operator Spark reports successfully sending its first text message via satellite. Spark has also unveiled plans to establish a network of satellite-connected cell towers throughout the country, to ensure that every region in New Zealand has access to a basic level of mobile connectivity during emergencies when fibre backhaul becomes compromised. Also Read: Spark, Netlinkz to Bring Starlink Business-Grade Satellite Broadband to New Zealand Satellite Text Message Success... Read More

November 13th, 2023 9:46 AM 0 COMMENTS

2degrees Commits to Reducing Emissions by 43 Percent by 2030

New Zealand operator 2degrees announced last week that its Science-Based Targets, endorsed by the Science Based Target Initiative (SBTi), have been verified. This commitment implies that 2degrees will measure and report carbon emissions, collaborating with customers, employees, partners, the board, and suppliers, all with the goal of aligning with New Zealand's commitments to the Paris Agreement. Also Read: 2degrees to Shut Down 3G Services in New Zealand by Late 2025... Read More

September 1st, 2023 12:35 PM 0 COMMENTS

OneWeb and Sat One Partner to Deliver LEO Connectivity Solutions in Australia and New Zealand

OneWeb, a global satellite communications company, and Sat One, a Perth-based satellite service company, have announced a multi-year, multi-million dollar partnership to deliver OneWeb's low Earth orbit (LEO) connectivity solutions across Australia and New Zealand. Also Read: OneWeb Showcases LEO Satellite Capabilities to Humanitarian Community in Geneva Connectivity for Remote Areas According to the statement, Sat One, powered by OneWeb's LEO satellite communications network, will be able to offer connectivity... Read More

August 30th, 2023 2:25 PM 0 COMMENTS

2degrees Expands 5G Coverage to More Regions Across New Zealand

New Zealand telecommunications provider 2degrees has accelerated its 5G network expansion with the launch of the 5G Technology in Nelson, Oamaru, Greymouth, Gore, and Masterton. 2degrees stated that this move is part of its strategic plan to bring 5G to 50 towns by mid-next year. Also Read: 2degrees to Shut Down 3G Services in New Zealand by Late 2025 5G Expansion Grows in NZ Towns "We continue to roll out... Read More

August 11th, 2023 6:01 PM 0 COMMENTS

New Zealand Announces 24-30 GHz Spectrum Plan for Mobile and Satellite Services

New Zealand's Radio Spectrum Management (RSM), business unit within the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE), has unveiled its high-level allocation decisions for the 24 - 30 GHz radio spectrum range. This announcement follows a comprehensive consultation process in 2021 and marks a critical milestone in optimising spectrum utilisation. RSM has made high-level allocation decisions for the use of this spectrum, with a focus on providing clarity to the... Read More

July 18th, 2023 4:44 PM 0 COMMENTS

Spark New Zealand Commences 5G Standalone Network Build With Ericsson and Red Hat

New Zealand telecommunications and digital services provider Spark has announced its collaboration with technology partners Ericsson and Red Hat to commence the development of the 5G Standalone (5G SA) network. According to Spark, 5G standalone core will be the turning point for unlocking the transformative capabilities the technology can bring. Spark NZ 5G SA As of the GSA 5G Market Snapshot in May 2023, 41 mobile network operators worldwide have... Read More

July 11th, 2023 12:04 PM 0 COMMENTS

Infratil Acquires 80 Percent Stake in Console Connect for USD 160 Million

Infratil, a New Zealand-based infrastructure investment company, has acquired a majority stake in Console Connect, a global Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) platform. Infratel on Monday announced that it has entered into a conditional agreement with HKT Trust and HKT to establish a partnership to accelerate the growth of the Console Connect interconnection platform. Automated Connectivity Solutions Simplified Console Connect, ranking among the top three interconnection platforms worldwide, offers automated connectivity solutions. It... Read More

July 10th, 2023 6:07 PM 0 COMMENTS

2degrees to Shut Down 3G Services in New Zealand by Late 2025

2degrees, New Zealand telco, has revealed plans to discontinue its 3G service by the end of 2025. According to the company, the decision was made to focus on expanding its 4G and 5G networks as newer and more advanced generations have surpassed 3G technology. Also Read: 2degrees Acquires MyRepublic New Zealand Broadband Base 2degrees emphasized that while 3G has been a reliable technology, the time has come to phase it... Read More

July 5th, 2023 5:28 PM 0 COMMENTS

2degrees Acquires MyRepublic New Zealand Broadband Base

2degrees has announced that it is acquiring the broadband customer base of MyRepublic New Zealand as MyRepublic makes its exit from the New Zealand broadband market. 2degrees said it would ensure continuity of services for MyRepublic customers while bolstering its market presence. Also Read: 2degrees Launches Hyperfibre With 2 Gbps and 4 Gbps Internet Speeds Transition for MyRepublic Customers In the coming weeks, 2degrees will initiate preparations for the seamless... Read More

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