Spark New Zealand releases three-year strategy

Spark New Zealand released details of its three-year strategy to FY26, which will focus investment on data centres and new technologies to fuel growth in the company’s core markets.

Spark Chair Justine Smyth said the company is in a strong position to invest for future growth, while CEO Jolie Hodson said the strategy positions Spark for success in an increasingly uncertain environment.

The strategy includes investments of $250-$300 million in the high-growth data centre market and $40-$60 million in 5G Standalone, with a dual focus on resilience and growth.

Spark will also invest in its digital identity business MATTR and its high-tech portfolio, which extends beyond traditional connectivity and ICT.

The strategy also sets an FY26 aspiration for Spark to be digital and data-driven everywhere, the home of high-tech solutions with digital infrastructure investments fuelling growth, and a more innovative, diverse, and sustainable business.