Tait Communications Partners with Māori‑led Tū Ātea to Boost New Zealand’s Communications Innovation and Development

Christchurch, New Zealand , 9 November, 2026 

Tait Communications, a global leading supplier of critical communications solutions, has signed a teaming agreement with Māori‑led telecommunications organisation, Tū Ātea, to collaborate on the development and validation of next-generation LTE and 5G technologies in New Zealand.

The agreement brings together Tait Communications’ expertise in mission‑critical communications solutions and Tū Ātea’s access to LTE and 5G spectrum, national infrastructure and extensive expertise across broadband technologies and network operations.

The partnership will advance the convergence of narrowband and broadband technologies, enabling innovative solutions that integrate mission-critical voice and services with high‑speed data and video capabilities. These developments are foundational to the future of public safety, utilities, transportation and enterprise communications in New Zealand and globally.

Tū Ātea exists to ensure spectrum assets and technology capability deliver lasting value for Māori, communities, industry, and Aotearoa New Zealand. Tait Communications, which was named the New Zealand Hi-Tech Company of the Year in 2026, is committed to driving innovation and delivering world-class solutions globally.

As part of the agreement Tū Ātea will provide Tait access to 40MHz in the 5G band n78, along with 25MHz in the LTE band 40 for testing and validation.

Tait Communications CEO and Managing Director Yoram Benit, PhD, says the agreement reflects a strong alignment between the two organisations to deliver meaningful outcomes for their communities and customers.

“This is a great example of combining capabilities to advance next-generation connectivity, strengthen New Zealand's critical communications capability, support sustainable growth and create opportunities for Māori in the telecommunications industry.

“Together, we are committed to creating long-term social and economic value, supporting skills development, enabling greater Māori participation in the telecommunications industry, and fostering innovation ecosystems within New Zealand."

Tū Ātea interim Pou Matua (Group Chief Executive) Mike Jenkins says the agreement puts the precious Māori spectrum to work.

"By combining Tū Ātea’s spectrum assets and mission-critical network expertise with Tait’s world-class critical communications technology, we are ensuring Māori play a leading role in shaping the future of wideband MCX technologies. At the same time, this partnership gives our rangatahi a clear pathway for skills development and mission-critical industry participation. We are excited to combine our strengths to deliver meaningful, real-world outcomes across Aotearoa New Zealand and globally."

This teaming agreement marks a key step in Tait’s growth strategy, expanding and accelerating its innovation ecosystem, supporting domestic customers with world-class technological advancements and positioning the company at the forefront of mission critical communication solutions.

Working with Tū Ātea strengthens local capability and contributes to inclusive economic development, demonstrating a shared commitment to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles.