Latest New Zealand Expansion News

GenusPlus has completed its acquisition of New Zealand telecommunications contractor UCG, extending the group’s communications infrastructure footprint into New Zealand and the Pacific Islands. The upfront consideration was funded from existing cash reserves and a debt facility, but the company has not disclosed the purchase price or expected earnings contribution.

Temple & Webster defied a tough consumer backdrop to post record FY26 revenue of A$665 million and is targeting a substantial 50-80% EBITDA increase in FY27 under new CEO Susie Sugden.

Intelligent Monitoring Group (ASX:IMB) has agreed to acquire ADT's UK residential security business for GBP 180 million, doubling its scale and entering a fast-growing market. The deal is expected to add 40% to EPS on a pro forma basis without requiring external equity.

Kelsian Group has locked in a seven-year NZ$101 million ferry contract in Auckland and is acquiring local operator Belaire Ferries for NZ$8.9 million, marking its first major New Zealand expansion.

Burger Fuel Group posted a 92% surge in net profit to NZ$1.97 million for FY26, driven by steady system sales growth, a one-off store sale gain, and reduced legal expenses, while geopolitical instability in the Middle East weighs on international sales.

Livium’s Envirostream has formalised a multi-year recycling framework with CATL HK, underpinning its role in Australia’s lithium-ion battery circular economy and setting the stage for regional expansion.

Burger Fuel Group reported a 91.8% surge in net profit to NZD 1.97 million for FY26, driven by sales growth, reduced legal costs, and a one-off store sale gain, despite geopolitical headwinds in the Middle East.

Critical Resources has completed the transfer of five New Zealand prospecting permits, consolidating a significant 1,694 km² gold-antimony portfolio in the South Island and gaining approvals to commence early-stage exploration.

Temple & Webster reported a 20% revenue increase to $375.9 million for H1 FY26, driven by record active customers and exclusive product growth. However, profit before tax fell 25% to $9.4 million, impacted by investments in New Zealand and higher marketing spend.

Intelligent Monitoring Group Limited has raised $20 million through a strategic equity placement to support its recent acquisitions and stabilize its financial position. The capital raise aims to broaden the investor base and enhance market liquidity ahead of the new year.

Temple & Webster Group has reported a record FY25 revenue of $601 million, marking a 21% increase year-on-year, alongside a 43% rise in EBITDA. The company is confidently progressing towards its ambitious $1 billion mid-term revenue target.

Smartpay Holdings Limited posted solid FY25 financials with revenue surpassing $104 million, driven by Australian market gains and promising New Zealand pilot progress. The company is advancing its trans-Tasman payments strategy amid regulatory developments.