Telecommunications industry in New Zealand - statistics & facts
The telecommunications industry in New Zealand can be generally divided into the fixed-line market and mobile market. Telecommunication methods have changed over the years, and New Zealanders now require reliable telecommunication services for many aspects of daily life. The share of active internet users has increased overall, in line with global trends, supporting the digital transition the nation is currently undergoing. A few key operators that dominate the market provide fixed-line broadband and mobile services. Competition between these major operators is high, with the retail revenue of the telecommunications industry consistently exceeding five billion New Zealand dollars annually.
High-speed internet is becoming more and more critical, not only for consumers but also for businesses in almost every industry. There has been a push by the New Zealand Government to provide faster and more reliable broadband via the ultra-fast broadband program (UFB), which is responsible for the fiber network being rolled out in cities and larger towns, replacing the copper network.
Fixed-line market
The fixed-line networks are owned by wholesale companies, responsible for maintaining lines and installations. Fixed-line broadband and telephone services are primarily provided through copper-based networks (mainly owned by Chorus). Retailers like Spark and Vodafone then sell telecommunication services to consumers. In the recent financial year, Spark NZ’s EBITDA exceeded one billion New Zealand dollars, reinforcing its position as the largest telecommunication service provider in the country.High-speed internet is becoming more and more critical, not only for consumers but also for businesses in almost every industry. There has been a push by the New Zealand Government to provide faster and more reliable broadband via the ultra-fast broadband program (UFB), which is responsible for the fiber network being rolled out in cities and larger towns, replacing the copper network.
