New joint venture for Applied Satellite Technology Networks in New Zealand

27/8/2020

Applied Satellite Technology Ltd is pleased to announce a new joint venture with Wright Technologies in New Zealand

Global provider of intelligent remote communication solutions, Applied Satellite Technology Networks, is pleased to announce a joint venture with Wright Technologies, a leading provider of marine electronics services to the South Pacific markets.

AST Networks' Group Managing Director, Gregory Darling commented: “We are delighted to bring two well established and capable companies together and look forward to offering remote data applications through new technology and software proven in many global locations to improve our customers' operational effectiveness”

The newly formed company, AST Wrights Ltd, has its headquarters in Wellington and offices in Auckland and Christchurch. The combined companies bring expertise in remote monitoring and control of fixed and mobile assets, extension of coverage beyond GSM, integration of radio and satellite networks. These managed services will bring cost reduction and real-time information on which customers will be able to make business-critical decisions.

For more information and insight into AST Wrights Ltd’s capabilities, visit www.ast-networks.com and www.wrights.co.nz

About Wright Technologies

For more than 60 years, Wright’s have looked after vessels across the whole of the South Pacific, from Tauranga to Tahiti, Australia to Antarctica. Wright’s technicians are available 24/7, wherever and whenever a vessel is in need of service or repair.

Wright’s use their own highly skilled and experienced fully factory-trained engineers, and only fit new OEM parts to the highest standards, ensuring full factory warranty. Specialist services include system design, installation, maintenance and repair services for all navigational, communications, and marine safety equipment.

Wrights’ have been selling and supporting satellite equipment and airtime for many years and have deep experience in this sector”

www.wrights.co.nz