Kia ora,
Welcome to our September Newsletter!
We are delighted to announce the appointment of our new Executive Council members: Mohammed Hassanien (Spark) and Peter Lambrechtsen (Middleware). We’re excited to see the perspectives and expertise they bring as the Alliance continues to champion IoT innovation and adoption across Aotearoa.
At the same time, we extend our heartfelt thanks to our departing Council members: Winston Seah (Victoria University of Wellington), Jenna Whitman (Independent Seat, Co-chair), Theresa Corballis (Chorus, Co-Deputy Chair), and Lauren Smith (Mott MacDonald). Their leadership and dedication have been instrumental in strengthening New Zealand’s IoT ecosystem, and we acknowledge their significant contributions.
We’re also pleased to confirm that our Annual Meeting will be held on Monday, 6 October 2025. This important gathering will provide members with a review of the past year’s activity and look ahead at the strategic priorities driving IoT growth. Register here.
Congratulations once again to our incoming Council members, and our sincere gratitude to those completing their term. The Alliance is in a strong position to continue building momentum in 2025.
Innovation in Action
- At the Tech Users Summit 2025, held in Auckland on 10 September, one key theme stood out: IoT is now core infrastructure. From remote diagnostics in healthcare to smart water metering and asset tracking across public services, speakers emphasised how IoT is no longer experimental. It’s now foundational to how we deliver smarter, more resilient systems across Aotearoa.
- In the utilities space, smart water metering is going national. Watercare and Wellington Water are rolling out hundreds of thousands of IoT-enabled meters, marking one of the largest infrastructure upgrades in NZ’s history. These devices will help detect leaks, optimise usage, and support long-term sustainability goals.
- We’re celebrating a major milestone in the agritech sector: Halter has officially reached unicorn status, raising NZ$165M in Series D funding. Their IoT-powered livestock collars – combining GPS, virtual fencing, and real-time data – are transforming how farmers manage herds. It’s a proud moment for NZ’s homegrown IoT innovation.
- The Government has announced the launch of the New Zealand Institute for Advanced Technology (NZIAT) – a new public research organisation. With a central base in Auckland and its first major investment hosted by the Robinson Research Institute in Wellington, NZIAT will focus on commercialising breakthrough technologies like AI, quantum computing, synthetic biology, and advanced materials. This institute is set to become a cornerstone of New Zealand’s deep tech ecosystem, supporting high-value exports, job creation, and global competitiveness.
Upcoming Events
Stay connected and continue building relationships across the ecosystem.
CHRISTCHURCH | Water New Zealand Conference and Expo 2025
29 September – 3 October, Te Pae Convention Centre and Christchurch Town Hall. Learn more and register here.
Attending an industry event or building a standout IoT project? Share the details via this form. and we’ll share it with our community.
Thank you for your continued support.
Ngā mihi,
Luke Spencer
Executive Council
Read full news here: Driving IoT Growth: People, Innovation, Impact