Whaka Forest: Where Work Meets Play
Where Work Meets Play: Communications in Whakarewarewa Forest Spring is here, and with longer days and warmer weather, more of us are heading back into Whakarewarewa Forest to bike, walk, run and enjoy one of Rotorua’s greatest outdoor assets. But while we may think of the forest primarily as a place for recreation, it is […]
COMMUNICATION SHOULD WORK WHERE YOUR PEOPLE WORK
Communication Should Work Where Your People Work For most of us, the first thing we reach for when we need to communicate is our mobile phone. And for many businesses, that works well; until it doesn’t! If your team works in forestry, farming, rural areas, large sites, tourism, haulage or other remote locations, there may […]
Installing Two-Way Radios Into EVs: Why Experience Matters.
Installing Radios Into EVs: Why Getting It Right First Time Matters As electric vehicles (EVs) become more common in commercial fleets, more businesses are looking to equip them with reliable two-way radio communication. Installing radio equipment into an EV isn’t quite the same as installing it in a traditional petrol or diesel vehicle. The vehicle’s […]
Stay Connected & Safe This Winter
Is your communication equipment ready for winter? Winter Ready Checklist Winter can put extra pressure on people, equipment and day-to-day operations. Shorter days, colder conditions, wet weather and challenging environments can all make reliable communication more important when your team needs it. Now is a good time to take a few minutes to check that […]
Hytera Digital Radios: Trusted by Skyline Luge Rotorua for Clear & Reliable Communications
For over 40 years, Skyline Luge Rotorua has been one of New Zealand’s most iconic tourism attractions, delivering memorable experiences to thousands of visitors every year. Behind every great customer experience is a team working seamlessly together. At Skyline Luge Rotorua, clear and reliable communications play a critical role in ensuring both operational efficiency and safety […]
Laurie Colvin – A Lifetime of Service to New Zealand Radio Communications
Laurie Colvin – Lifetime Service Award
Critical Communications in a Changing World
Critical Communications in a Changing World The upcoming Comms Connect 2026 conference is taking place at a pivotal time for businesses across New Zealand and around the world. Ongoing economic uncertainty, sustained cost pressures, higher operating expenses, and the ripple effects of global instability and conflict are contributing to a more cautious environment for investment and […]
…because tailored communications and connectivity matter.
At Alcom Communications / Alcom Connect, our tagline isn’t just a statement; it’s a reflection of what we see every day across the industries we serve. From forestry crews working deep in remote blocks, to farming operations spread across vast rural land, to urban-based building sites, factories and sports centres, to event teams coordinating safety […]
Productivity Starts With Clear Communications
Alcom Connect is our VHF DMR Tier 3 radio network tailored to enhance communications for forestry workers, farmers and other operators working in remote areas of the Central North Island and East Coast. With push-to-talk functionality, group calling, and priority access, modern DMR Tier 3 radio networks ensure the right information reaches the right people at the […]
Do I Need A Repeater?
Alcom supplies radio products and services to a diverse range of customers in forestry, farming, and other industries across the rugged Central North Island. These customers depend on reliable radio communications to maintain safe and efficient operations. In general terms, VHF radio is recommended for use in rural areas, whereas UHF is more suitable for […]
Personal Safety & Tracking Devices
There are many personal safety location devices available on the market that use satellite technology and require users to subscribe to a service plan. For individuals working or engaging in activities in remote areas, these devices can be a reliable and cost-effective solution for emergency communication. They can also serve as a valuable backup to other communication […]
Customer Profile: NDURO EVENTS
Nduro Events is a proudly local, family-run business that has grown to include nine full-time staff and a committed team of volunteers, all working together to deliver mountain biking and running events of the highest standard. Owners, Tim and Belinda Farmer, are both keen mountain bikers. Originally from Tauranga, they spent a period in Auckland before […]