Kordia

What Kordia does

Kordia is a New Zealand state-owned enterprise founded in 1965 that operates as the country's largest business telecommunications and network security provider, headquartered in Auckland with operations across New Zealand and Australia. The company runs a multi-service technology platform spanning a 9.6 Tbps DWDM fibre backhaul, Level 4-rated transmission towers, Distributed Antenna Systems for major venues, a 24/7 Security Operations Centre, a Network Operations Centre, and Maritime Operations Centres providing GMDSS radio services covering approximately a quarter of the world's oceans. Its product portfolio is organised around cyber security (managed security services, DFIR, Aura Information Security, RedShield, and the newly launched Kordia Secure Edge SASE built on Fortinet's FortiSASE), connectivity (Secure Edge SASE, Intelligent WAN, Cloud Connect, Zero Trust), critical communications infrastructure, broadcast and OTT (including the Arqplex managed headend platform), maritime safety, voice/cloud calling (Dialpad, Teams, Webex), and wholesale network services.

Kordia generates revenue through subscription and multi-year managed services contracts with enterprise, government, and wholesale customers in New Zealand and Australia, with pricing structured on a quote-based enterprise model and government contracts awarded on a multi-year basis. The go-to-market combines direct enterprise field sales backed by certified engineers (30+ Fortinet-certified) with channel partnerships across Fortinet (Expert-level), Zscaler, Cloudflare, Cisco, and Dialpad. Customer segments include central and local government (notably AMSA and Maritime NZ on 10-year deals), large enterprises across financial services, retail, and broadcast, wholesale carriers, and venue operators. Long-term contract structure provides revenue stability but exposes Kordia to renewal cycles on a small number of high-value government accounts.

Most recently, Kordia has sharpened its portfolio focus by divesting its managed IT services business to Fusion5 in November 2025, while launching the Secure Edge SASE product in January 2026 and the Arqplex broadcast headend partnership in March 2026. The company reports 251-500 employees in its firmographic data, though revenue-per-employee ratios from the FY2016 base of NZD 240.7m suggest the actual headcount sits in the 600-700 range. As a Crown-owned SOE, Kordia operates under government oversight and shareholder return expectations while serving national infrastructure priorities, with Neil Livingston confirmed as permanent Group CEO in 2024.

Name

Kordia

Legal name

Kordia Limited

Website

https://kordia.co.nz

Company type

Private

Founded year

1965

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Kordia is a New Zealand state-owned enterprise providing mission-critical telecommunications, cyber security, managed connectivity, broadcast, and maritime safety services to government and large enterprise customers across New Zealand and Australia.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Telecommunications and Managed Network Security Services

NAICS

Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151), Wired Telecommunications Carriers (517111), Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths) (561621), Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (518)

SIC

Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370), Computer Communications Equipment (3576), Services-Telephone Interconnect Systems (7385), Wholesale-Computers & Peripheral Equipment & Software (5045)

akta.pro primary industry

Network Security Services (Firewall/VPN/ZTNA/SASE Integration) (BPAEAEAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Policy & Compliance Management (HDADAIAB), Security, Resilience & Protection Services for Backbone Networks (Physical/Cyber) (HDAIALAL), Privacy, Data Protection & Cyber Governance (GRC) (BPAHAFAF)

Keywords

• Managed network security
• Telecommunications infrastructure
• Cyber security services
• Broadcast transmission services
• Critical communications networks

Headquarters

HQ city

Auckland

HQ country

New Zealand

HQ region

Oceania

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Managed Services (Cyber Security, Cloud, Connectivity): Kordia generates recurring revenue through managed services contracts covering cyber security (SOC/NOC monitoring, managed detection and response, SASE), cloud (cloud strategy, application modernisation, containers, DevOps), and connectivity (WAN, SD-WAN, fibre, SASE, Starlink). These are typically subscription or multi-year contract arrangements with enterprise and government customers.
2. Critical Communications & Infrastructure Services: Revenue from design, build, and maintenance of critical communications infrastructure including towers, transmission sites, Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS), and in-building connectivity solutions. Includes field engineering services, structural engineering for tower infrastructure, and ongoing maintenance contracts.
3. Broadcast Solutions & Content Distribution: Broadcasting services including television transmission, FM radio broadcast, cloud and OTT solutions, and content processing. Revenue from broadcasters, pay TV operators, and content owners using Kordia's headend infrastructure and Arqplex platform.
4. Maritime Safety Services: GMDSS maritime safety radio services delivered under long-term government contracts (e.g., 10-year contract with AMSA for Australian waters, 10-year contract with Maritime NZ). Revenue is contract-based over multi-year terms.
5. Wholesale Network Services: Wholesale connectivity services including DWDM fibre backhaul to Internet Service Providers and other telecommunications operators. Revenue from service providers leveraging Kordia's network infrastructure.
6. Voice Services: Cloud calling and voice solutions including Dialpad AI-powered contact centres, Microsoft Teams, Webex, and Cloud PBX. Revenue from businesses requiring cloud voice and collaboration platforms.
7. AI-Powered Contact Centre (Dialpad Partnership): As Dialpad's Managed Services Partner in New Zealand, Kordia delivers AI-powered contact centre solutions locally, providing setup, integration, and ongoing support services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels8 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Kordia provides managed telecommunications, cyber security, broadcast, cloud, and critical communications services to enterprise, government, and wholesale customers in New Zealand and Australia. Its portfolio spans 24/7 managed security operations, SASE/Zero Trust connectivity, broadcast and OTT content distribution, maritime GMDSS safety services, in-building distributed antenna systems, and wholesale fibre backhaul on a 9.6 Tbps proprietary network. Long-term government contracts (10-year AMSA and Maritime NZ agreements) and channel partnerships with Fortinet, Cisco, Zscaler, and Cloudflare underpin the offering.

Product overview

Kordia is a New Zealand state-owned enterprise providing mission-critical technology solutions across broadcast, connectivity, cybersecurity, cloud, voice, and critical communications. The portfolio operates as a platform-plus-specialisations model anchored by managed security services (SOC, DFIR, Aura Information Security, RedShield), connectivity solutions (Secure Edge SASE, Intelligent WAN, Cloud Connect, Zero Trust), unified communications (Cloud Calling with Dialpad/Microsoft Teams/Webex integrations), broadcast solutions (Arqplex headend platform), and critical infrastructure (DAS, maritime GMDSS, transmission towers). The company serves enterprise and government clients across New Zealand with a focus on network resilience, cybersecurity, and digital transformation, supported by 60+ years of infrastructure expertise.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Kordia Secure Edge
• Managed Security Services
• Digital Forensic & Incident Response (DFIR)
• Aura Information Security
• RedShield
• Intelligent WAN
• Cloud Connect
• Cloud Calling
• Dialpad AI Contact Centre
• Broadcast Solutions
• Arqplex Managed Headend
• Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS)
• Maritime Communications
• Critical Communications Infrastructure
• Cloud Transformation Services
• Wholesale Services
• Education & Training

Quantifiable outcome

• Kordia's Secure Edge SASE addresses 'tool sprawl' — some organizations operating 70-80 separate network and security products that can be consolidated into a single managed SASE platform.
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration7 records

AI capability3 records

Feature7 records

Scale indicators13 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Chorus New Zealand: Owner and operator of New Zealand's national fixed-line fibre infrastructure (UFB). Directly comparable as a wholesale fibre backhaul provider competing for ISP and wholesale connectivity contracts alongside Kordia's DWDM network.
• 2degrees: New Zealand mobile and broadband operator (now operating under Vocus Group ownership post-merger). Comparable as a competitor for NZ enterprise connectivity, voice, and wholesale services.
• One New Zealand (Vodafone NZ): Major mobile network operator in New Zealand, offering enterprise connectivity, IoT, and security services. Comparable as a competitor for enterprise connectivity and DAS in-building coverage deployments.
• Vocus Group: Australian and New Zealand fibre, wholesale, and enterprise telco (recently merged with 2degrees). Comparable as a competitor in wholesale fibre backhaul, enterprise connectivity, and government contracts across Australasia.
• Spark New Zealand: New Zealand's largest telecommunications and digital services company, providing mobile, broadband, cloud, and managed security services to enterprise and government. Most direct comparable as a full-service NZ telco with cyber security offerings competing for the same enterprise and public-sector wallet share.
• Macquarie Telecom: Australian B2B-focused telecommunications and managed hosting/cyber services provider. Highly comparable business model: B2B-focused telco with sovereign-data-centre positioning, managed security, and government-grade connectivity — directly parallel to Kordia's positioning in NZ.
• Datacom: Large Australasian IT services provider headquartered in NZ, offering managed IT, cloud, and cyber security. Direct comparable as an NZ-headquartered provider of managed cyber and IT services to government and enterprise customers.

Broad incumbents

• Optus: Major Australian incumbent mobile and fixed telco owned by Singtel. Comparable at the broad incumbent level as a full-service telco with cyber security, cloud, and managed services competing for the same Australia-based enterprise and government customers Kordia serves.
• TPG Telecom: Major Australian incumbent telecommunications group (TPG, iiNet, Vodafone Australia). Comparable at the broad incumbent level as a diversified telco competing for enterprise connectivity and managed services customers in the Australian market.

Emerging players

• Aussie Broadband: Australian challenger telco providing NBN, fibre, and enterprise connectivity with growing managed services. Comparable as a regional competitor in the Australasian wholesale and enterprise connectivity market.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/kordia
• Xx.com/Kordia_NZ

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles18 records

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A4 records

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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