In 2006, NZ
Defence Forces developed a major proposal to acquire broadband
satellite communication services from NZLSAT, a company owned
by ABN Amro, ACC and three individuals, which has certain
rights to establish and operate a geostationary communications
satellite at the orbital position 158º East.
Tony's role
During March and April 2007, Tony was engaged
by the Department
of the Prime Minister and Cabinet to provide project management
services in relation to this project, in particular to assess
and help develop:
NZDF's business case, including a range
of alternative options;
Potential business cases from other emergency
and security agencies (such as Customs, Civil Defence, Fisheries,
Fire, Maritime Co-ordination, GCSB, and Police);
Potential business cases from other government
departments and agencies;
Possible impacts on New Zealand's telecommunications
market in general, the broadband market in particular; and
Possible costs, benefits and risks for
telecommunication services in South Pacific countries.
