What TasmaNet does

TasmaNet (legal entity Syntel Pty Ltd, ABN 25 164 311 175) is an Australian managed connectivity and digital solutions provider founded in 2004 and headquartered in Hobart, Tasmania. The company delivers nbn-based Business Internet and Enterprise Ethernet, MPLS Managed Private Networks (Layer 3 VPN up to 1 Gbps), Fortinet-powered Firewall-as-a-Service, the proprietary TasmaNet Core IaaS private cloud (built on HPE servers, VMware virtualization, and Veeam backup with a custom self-service portal), business voice and SIP trunking, mobile SIM plans, Veeam-based Cloud Backup, IoT solutions over an Enterprise LoRa network, and Smart Air Sensors via Indicium Dynamics. Its infrastructure combines nbn wholesale access with a proprietary private wireless data network covering 85% of the Tasmanian population and marine coverage for aquaculture customers.

TasmaNet operates as an nbn Wholesale Service Provider and was the first ISP in Australia to deliver nbn Enterprise Ethernet (December 2018). Customer segments are led by government (Local/State/Federal, with NSW panel and Tasmanian Networking Tasmania III accreditation) and education (100+ schools including all 38 Catholic Education Tasmania sites), supplemented by enterprise multi-site networking, manufacturing/mining, healthcare, professional services, and SMB. The company holds ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certification (DLCS) and is the only Fortinet partner in Australia with four security specialisations.

Revenue is predominantly recurring subscription across internet, managed networks, voice, mobile, security, and cloud, with pricing ranging from approximately $80/month (Home Internet) to $439+/month (Enterprise Ethernet regional Queensland) and quote-based multi-year enterprise contracts. Distribution combines 100% Australian-based direct sales (phone, online enquiry), online self-serve SMB signup, and a three-tier national partner program (Referral, Retail, Wholesale) including acquired Queensland brands Vastnet and Netmode. Since May 2025, TasmaNet has operated as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Comms Group Limited (ASX:CCG).

Name

TasmaNet

Legal name

Syntel Pty Ltd

Website

https://tasmanet.com.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

TasmaNet is an Australian managed connectivity and digital solutions provider (founded 2004, HQ Hobart) delivering nbn Business Internet and Enterprise Ethernet, managed private networks, cybersecurity, private cloud, voice, and IoT services to government, education, and enterprise customers nationally, and operating as a Comms Group Limited subsidiary since May 2025.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Telecommunications & Managed Network Services

NAICS

Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (518), Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths) (561621)

SIC

Communications Services, Nec (4899)

akta.pro primary industry

Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) & On-Demand Connectivity (HDABALAE)

Keywords

• Business internet services
• Managed network services
• Cloud infrastructure services
• Cybersecurity services
• Voice telecommunications

Headquarters

HQ city

Midway Point

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Internet & Connectivity Services: Recurring monthly subscription revenue from Business Internet plans (nbn-based), Enterprise Ethernet (nbn Enterprise Ethernet), and Fixed Wireless services. Plans range from entry-level to premium tiers with different speed tiers and SLA levels. Revenue is primarily subscription-based with monthly billing.
2. Managed Private Networks: Recurring revenue from multi-site Wide Area Network (WAN) services including end-to-end managed WAN, MPLS VPN, and secure site-to-site connectivity. Sold as managed services with custom SLA agreements.
3. Mobile Services: SIM-only mobile plans with monthly subscription billing, no lock-in contracts. Auto top-up charges for excess data usage generate additional usage-based revenue.
4. Business Voice & SIP Trunking: Virtual PBX (cloud-based) and SIP trunking services billed as monthly subscriptions. Competitive call rates supplement monthly access fees.
5. Firewall-as-a-Service: Subscription-based security service with predictable monthly billing. Scalable tiers based on protection and bandwidth requirements for businesses of all sizes.
6. TasmaNet Core IaaS (Private Cloud): Infrastructure-as-a-Service platform providing virtual machines, storage, and networking. Revenue from compute and storage consumption, typically billed monthly per resource usage with enterprise SLA commitments.
7. Cloud Backup & Data Protection: Backup-as-a-Service using Veeam technology for on-premise, virtual, and cloud workloads. Also Backup for Microsoft 365. Monthly subscription billing with flexible per-rack-unit pricing.
8. Hardware Sales (Modems): Sale of business-grade modems (D-Link DVA-2800 at $199, D-Link DSL-G225 at $99) as optional add-on to internet plans. One-time hardware purchase with flat-rate shipping.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

TasmaNet is an Australian digital solutions provider delivering business-grade Internet (Business Internet and Enterprise Ethernet over the nbn access network), Managed Private Networks, mobile and cloud voice services, Fortinet-powered Firewall-as-a-Service, TasmaNet Core IaaS private cloud, Veeam-based cloud backup, IoT solutions, and Tasmania's only private-sector data centre. Services are delivered with 100% Australian-based sales, engineering, and support teams across field offices in Hobart, Burnie, Sydney, and Sunnybank.

Product overview

TasmaNet is a digital solutions provider offering a comprehensive portfolio of interconnected connectivity, networking, voice, security, cloud, and IoT products. The core offering centres on Internet connectivity via Business Internet and Enterprise Ethernet (nbn Enterprise Ethernet up to 1 Gbps), supported by Managed Private Networks for secure multi-site connectivity. Voice services span Mobile SIM plans, Business Voice (cloud-based virtual PBX), and Business SIP trunking. Security products include Firewall-as-a-Service powered by Fortinet and Cyber Threat Assessment. Cloud services feature TasmaNet Core IaaS (private cloud on HPE/VMware/Veeam), Cloud Backup using Veeam, and Backup for Microsoft 365. Specialized offerings include Smart Air Sensors for CO2 monitoring and DC3 Data Centre. Products are delivered through a partner ecosystem and supported by 100% Australian-based teams.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• TasmaNet Core® IaaS: Private cloud Infrastructure-as-a-Service platform built on HPE, VMware, and Veeam infrastructure.

Products and services

• Business Internet Unlimited, uncrowded business-grade Internet delivered over nbn fixed line or fixed wireless for small businesses and home offices. Includes static IP, BYO or supplied modem, and flexible upgrade options for extended support hours and enhanced SLAs.
• Enterprise Ethernet Premium-grade nbn Enterprise Ethernet connectivity with symmetrical speeds up to 1 Gbps over dedicated end-to-end fibre, available at business sites anywhere in Australia on multi-year contracts with custom SLAs.
• Managed Private Networks

Quantifiable outcome

• TasmaNet connected 38 Catholic Education Tasmania schools to high-speed fibre, enabling digital equity across the state
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

AI capability8 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core, key and minor.

• nbn (nbn Co)coreTechnology or IntegrationTasmaNet is an nbn Wholesale Service Provider with a direct relationship with nbn's business team. This is the foundational technology partnership enabling TasmaNet to offer nbn Enterprise Ethernet, Business Internet, and other nbn-based services nationwide. TasmaNet can access a dedicated business nbn team to escalate fibre infrastructure assessments and accelerate service delivery. TasmaNet was the first ISP to order and deliver nbn Enterprise Ethernet in Australia.
• FortinetcoreTechnology or IntegrationTasmaNet is a Fortinet Select Partner with Secure Access & SD-Branch and Secure SD-WAN specialisation accreditation. It is the only Fortinet partner in Australia with 4 security specialisations. TasmaNet delivers Fortinet-based Firewall-as-a-Service with intrusion prevention, web content filtering, application control, and anti-virus/malware protection. The partnership powers the company's security services and co-managed firewall offerings.
• VMwarecoreTechnology or IntegrationVMware provides the virtualization platform for TasmaNet Core IaaS, the company's private cloud platform. The platform enables customers to deploy and manage virtual machine workloads with high availability and performance.
• HPE (Hewlett Packard Enterprise)coreTechnology or IntegrationHPE provides the underlying server infrastructure for the TasmaNet Core IaaS platform. TasmaNet's cutting-edge private cloud is built on HPE infrastructure to meet high-performance, high-availability expectations of enterprise and government customers.
• VeeamcoreTechnology or IntegrationVeeam provides the backup and data protection technology powering TasmaNet Cloud Backup and TasmaNet Core IaaS backup services. Veeam enables protection of on-premise hardware, locally hosted virtual infrastructure, and public cloud workloads from a single management console.
• Indicium DynamicskeyTechnology or IntegrationTasmaNet partners with Indicium Dynamics for IoT solutions, including Smart Air Sensors for CO2 monitoring. The partnership leverages TasmaNet's Enterprise LoRa network with Indicium's cloud platform for real-time data collection, analysis, and decision-making. Joint solutions include environmental monitoring for events and smart air quality sensors for buildings.
• MicrosoftkeyTechnology or IntegrationTasmaNet supports Microsoft Licence Mobility, allowing eligible Microsoft server applications to be deployed on TasmaNet Core IaaS using existing licenses covered by active Microsoft Software Assurance contracts. TasmaNet also offers Backup for Microsoft 365 and integrates with Microsoft Teams through RealWear solutions.
• RealWearkeyTechnology or IntegrationTasmaNet is a trusted reseller of RealWear, a voice-operated Android platform integrated with Microsoft Teams that enables hands-free video calling with remote experts. Used for field worker support in manufacturing, mining, and industrial applications.
• Catholic Education TasmaniakeyStrategic or Co-development PartnerMajor partnership connecting 38 Catholic Education Tasmania schools to nbn Enterprise Ethernet, Managed Private Networks, and Firewall-as-a-Service. This partnership enabled digital equity across Tasmania's Catholic school network and serves as a flagship reference deployment for TasmaNet's education solutions.
• Internomic Pty Ltd (Vastnet / Netmode)keyChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTasmaNet acquired Internomic Pty Ltd in November 2020, which trades under the brands Vastnet (regional Queensland) and Netmode (metro Brisbane and surrounds). The acquisition provides TasmaNet with a larger Queensland presence and channel partner network. Keith Masterton joined TasmaNet from NBN Co to lead the expanded partner program.
• Excel ITminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNSW-based channel partner relying on quality TasmaNet business nbn connections to power tailored voice solutions for businesses in the Hunter region. Collaborated with TasmaNet on the Worimi LALC project.
• OrkestraminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVictorian channel partner that built on game-changing TasmaNet fibre connectivity to help Tsimos Commercial Real Estate increase workplace efficiency by 30-40% through adoption of Microsoft Office 365 and secure cloud backup.
• DXN LtdminorOthersAustralian data centre specialist that entered a binding term sheet to purchase the DC3 data centre assets from TasmaNet in February 2020.
• Networking Tasmania (Tasmanian Government Initiative)keyStrategic or Co-development PartnerTasmaNet is a proud provider under the Networking Tasmania III (NTIII) initiative, a Tasmanian state government program designed to safeguard government information assets and IT applications. TasmaNet provides Connection Services (WAN), Data Centre as a Service (Tier 2+ at three locations), and Infrastructure as a Service to eligible government organisations in Tasmania.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Aussie Broadband: Aussie Broadband (ASX:ABB) is one of Australia's largest nbn-focused retail service providers, competing head-to-head with TasmaNet in business-grade nbn, Enterprise Ethernet, and managed services for SMB and enterprise customers. Both are challenger ISPs leveraging nbn wholesale to compete against Telstra/Optus on service quality and price.
• Superloop: Superloop (ASX:SLC) provides business-grade internet, managed networks, and connectivity services across Australia and Asia. It is highly comparable to TasmaNet in targeting enterprise multi-site WAN, nbn services, and managed security, with a similar challenger positioning versus the national incumbents.
• Macquarie Telecom: Macquarie Telecom (ASX:MAQ) is an Australian business telco providing data, voice, mobile, and cloud (Macquarie Cloud Services) to enterprise and government. It is directly comparable in offering an integrated stack of connectivity, cloud hosting, and managed security, and competes for similar enterprise and government customers.
• Vocus Communications: Vocus is a national fibre and wholesale connectivity provider in Australia, serving enterprise, government, and wholesale customers with data networks, dark fibre, and managed services. Vocus overlaps with TasmaNet in enterprise-grade connectivity and managed WAN, but at a much larger national scale.
• Field Solutions Group: Field Solutions Group (ASX:FSG) is an Australian regional and rural connectivity specialist building its own fixed wireless and fibre networks — directly comparable to TasmaNet's strategy of owning infrastructure in underserved geographies and selling business-grade connectivity where Telstra/Optus are weak.

Emerging players

• 5G Networks: 5G Networks (ASX:5GN) is a smaller Australian challenger telco delivering business-grade nbn, fibre, voice, and cloud services. Like TasmaNet, it focuses on SMB and mid-market customers and competes on service quality and tailored solutions rather than mass-market retail.
• Vault Cloud: Vault Cloud is an Australian sovereign-cloud Infrastructure-as-a-Service provider certified for government and critical infrastructure. It is comparable to TasmaNet Core IaaS as a locally operated, security-cleared Australian cloud platform serving government and regulated enterprise workloads.

Others

• Comms Group Limited: Comms Group Limited (ASX:CCG) is TasmaNet's parent company following the May 2025 acquisition, providing unified communications, cloud contact centre, and connectivity to enterprise and government. Included as an adjacent/parent peer given operational overlap in voice, connectivity, and managed services.

Broad incumbents

• Telstra Enterprise:
• Optus Business: Optus Business is a major Australian incumbent offering enterprise connectivity, managed networks, cloud, and security. It competes with TasmaNet in enterprise and government deals, particularly via its own nbn offerings and broader portfolio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

M&A

Investments

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

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