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Nextro’s Security in the Clouds event takes flight in support of Te Kiwi Maia

Nextro Marketing — Tue, 20 Jan 2026 00:00:49 +0000

Nextro’s Security in the Clouds event takes flight in support of Te Kiwi Maia

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Nextro brought customers and partners together at RNZAF Base Auckland in Whenuapai for its Security in the Clouds event – an experience that combined aviation, leadership, and meaningful reflection on service, resilience, and community. While the 90-minute flight in a C130 and 1:1 conversations with none other than Willie Apiata VC were exhilarating, the true purpose of the event was to support Te Kiwi Maia, the incredible charity dedicated to the wellbeing of those who have served New Zealand in the NZDF or as first responders.

Te Kiwi Maia, meaning the courageous Kiwi, provides rehabilitation, recovery, and respite for current and former members of the New Zealand Defence Force, emergency services, and frontline organisations. These individuals often face physical or psychological injuries as a result of safeguarding and caring for New Zealanders. Through its work, Te Kiwi Maia supports not only those affected, but also their families, enabling healthier, more positive lives beyond service.

Nextro’s involvement followed a charity auction, where the opportunity to host an experience aboard a C-130 Hercules aircraft was auctioned. Nextro was proud to win the bid, with all proceeds directly supporting Te Kiwi Maia’s ongoing work. The Security in the Clouds event was made possible through this contribution, ensuring the experience delivered value well beyond the day itself.

Held on 26 September 2024, the event included a rare opportunity for attendees to spend time flying over Auckland in a C-130 Hercules, providing a distinctive environment for discussion and connection. Alongside conversations about the evolving security landscape and the growing role of cloud technologies, the day encouraged reflection on leadership, responsibility, and the people behind critical decisions.

A highlight of the event was a session with Willie Apiata, VC, New Zealand’s only living recipient of the Victoria Cross, who generously donated his time in support of Te Kiwi Maia. Apiata shared personal insights on leadership, resilience, and decision-making under pressure, reinforcing the idea that security, at its core, is about people supporting people, both in service and beyond it.

Nextro extends its sincere thanks to the Royal New Zealand Air Force, the RNZAF crew, and former Base Commander Auckland, Mike Cannon, for their support in making the event possible. Appreciation is also extended to Willie Apiata for his contribution, to all Nextro customers who attended, and to everyone involved in helping deliver an experience that supported such an important cause.

The Security in the Clouds event served as a reminder that industry events can be a platform for giving back. Nextro is proud to support Te Kiwi Maia and the vital role it plays in caring for those who have given so much in service to New Zealand.

To learn more about Te Kiwi Maia or to support its work, visit www.tekiwimaia.co.nz and consider making a donation.

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Nextro celebrated as New Zealand’s 40th fastest-growing business in the 2025 Deloitte Fast 50 Awards

Nextro Marketing — Mon, 01 Dec 2025 01:31:43 +0000

Nextro celebrated as one of New Zealand’s fastest-growing business in the 2025 Deloitte Fast 50 Awards

Nextro has been recognised as New Zealand’s 40th fastest growing businesses in this year’s Deloitte Fast 50, the national index celebrating 25 years of New Zealand’s fastest growing private businesses.

The Deloitte Fast 50 programme celebrates 25 years of highlighting organisations that demonstrate exceptional growth, innovation, and impact across New Zealand’s business landscape.

Announced at the awards ceremony on 27 November 2025, the Fast 50 list represents excellence across multiple industries. Nextro’s placing reflects its continued expansion and influence within the physical security, cybersecurity, and networking, sectors.

“Nextro is on a mission to secure New Zealand – and this award highlights the momentum that the Nextro team has achieved providing cyber, physical, and electronic security solutions to our customers and partners across New Zealand”, said Martyn Levy, Managing Director, Nextro.

Nextro’s achievement marks a key milestone in its ongoing growth journey, reinforcing its position as a leader in New Zealand’s physical security, cybersecurity, and networking landscape

Watch this space. Follow us on LinkedIn for further updates.

See FULL FAST 50 LIST HERE

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Nextro Places in the Deloitte Fast 50 Index for 2025

Nextro Marketing — Tue, 25 Nov 2025 02:23:06 +0000

Nextro Places in the Deloitte Fast 50 Index for 2025

Nextro has been recognised in this year’s Deloitte Fast 50, the national index celebrating 25 years of New Zealand’s fastest growing private businesses.

The Deloitte Fast 50 highlights organisations that have achieved sustained revenue growth over a three-year period and continue to drive innovation, employment, and economic impact across the country.

Regional category winners were announced on 29 October 2025, with the full indices and national category winners to be revealed at the awards ceremony on 27 November 2025.

Being named a contender reflects Nextro’s ongoing momentum in the physical and cyber security sectors, supported by strong client partnerships and a commitment to securing New Zealand.

UPDATE: Nextro places as the 40th fastest-growing business in the 2025 Deloitte Fast 50 Awards

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Nextro Maintains Genetec Unified Elite Partner status for 2026

Nextro Marketing — Wed, 12 Nov 2025 03:35:44 +0000

Nextro Maintains Genetec Unified Elite Partner status for 2026

Auckland, New Zealand – 12 November 2025 – Nextro has once again been recognised by Genetec as a Unified Elite Partner, the highest tier in Genetec’s global partner programme.

The renewed 2026 status highlights Nextro’s continued growth, technical expertise, and proven capability delivering and supporting Genetec’s unified physical and electronic security solutions across New Zealand.

This recognition reflects the strength of Nextro’s long-standing partnership with Genetec and the trust placed in our team by clients across critical infrastructure, crowded places, and New Zealand organisations.

We extend our thanks to our clients, partners, and the Genetec team for their continued collaboration. The Nextro team remains committed to advancing unified cyber, physical, and electronic security solutions that protect people, assets, and operations nationwide.

If you would like to learn how Nextro can help your business achieve security, safety, and operational efficiency outcomes, through clever and unified security design, please contact us today.

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Nextro Supplies New Zealand’s First Hostile Vehicle Mitigation Road Blockers to Auckland Airport

Nextro Marketing — Wed, 29 Oct 2025 02:39:01 +0000

Nextro Supplies New Zealand’s First Hostile Vehicle Mitigation Road Blockers to Auckland Airport

Auckland Airport has deployed PAS68-rated anti-terror road blockers at Checkpoint Delta, the airport’s newest landside-to-airside vehicle gateway.

The hostile vehicle mitigation road blockers, supplied and commissioned by Nextro, are the first of their kind in New Zealand.

“Auckland Airport’s decision to use road blockers for hostile vehicle mitigation at a key checkpoint sets the benchmark for securing critical infrastructure in the New Zealand. Nextro is proud to be a key partner in execution of this project,” said Martyn Levy, Managing Director, Nextro.

Nextro supplied and integrated the system’s core components, including TiSO Global road blockers, Axis Communications video surveillance cameras, and Genetec Licence Plate Recognition (LPR) cameras.

The integrated checkpoint system enhances situational awareness, accelerates vehicle verification, and gives operations teams a modern platform to manage access efficiently.

The integrated security and operational system delivers tangible benefits to Auckland Airport, including:

Stronger perimeter and access security.
Greater operational efficiency and ergonomic improvements.
Enhanced health and safety for frontline staff.

This installation underscores the growing importance of hostile vehicle mitigation in securing crowded spaces, transport hubs, and critical infrastructure across New Zealand.

As security and operational challenges evolve, integrated systems (combining hostile vehicle mitigation, video surveillance, LPR/ANPR, access control, and analytics) are helping mitigate vehicle-based threats, enhance operational efficiency, and provide actionable business insights.

For more information on Nextro’s HVM solutions, click here.

For more information on Nextro’s unified security solutions, click here.

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Genetec Expands Global Access Control Market Share with Strong Growth in 2025

Nextro Marketing — Thu, 02 Oct 2025 02:59:31 +0000

Genetec Expands Global Access Control Market Share with Strong Growth in 2025

Genetec, Montréal, October 2, 2025

Genetec has secured the #2 position worldwide for access control software and recorded the fastest organic growth in Asia Pacific, including New Zealand, according to Omdia’s newly released 2025 Access Control Report.

In an industry shaped by mergers and acquisitions, the report shows that Genetec achieved the highest organic global market share gain in on-premises access control software. For customers, partnering with a company focused on product innovation and stable growth rather than portfolio consolidation means they can plan long-term with confidence.

According to the Omdia report, Genetec also ranked as one of the fastest organically growing vendors in the Access Control as a service (ACaaS) segment in the Americas region, which represents more than 70% of the global market. This growth was propelled by the rapid adoption of Security Center SaaS, the company’s open, unified physical security cloud-based platform. Genetec has delivered ACaaS solutions since 2017, demonstrating its long-standing experience in helping organizations adopt cloud-based access control at their own pace.

Genetec retained its #2 position in the Americas for access control software market share, gained ground in EMEA, and remained among the top 10 providers in Asia Pacific*, where it once again recorded the region’s highest rate of organic growth.

According to Bryan Montany, Principal Research Analyst, Physical Security at Omdia, “The access control software market has been the fastest growing global driver of access control equipment sales over the past decade as the industry has become more software centric. Cloud-based solutions have emerged as a significant growth driver due to their scalability and their enhanced data processing capabilities. The strong organic growth achieved by Genetec demonstrates the appeal of its flexible deployment options, broad interoperability with third-party hardware, and unified security systems platform.”

Genetec access control solutions scale seamlessly from a single site to global deployments and give organizations the flexibility to run fully on-premises, in the cloud, or to deploy with a mix of both. Built on an open architecture, Genetec eliminates vendor lock-in and lets customers choose the hardware and third-party integrations that best meet their needs. Access control in Genetec Security Center and Security Center SaaS can also be unified with video, intrusion, communications, and other systems in a single interface, delivering stronger situational awareness and more efficient operations.

In addition to its 2025 access control report, Omdia recently released its 2025 Video Surveillance & Analytics Report, which showed that Genetec retained its #1 position worldwide in video surveillance software, and is also ranked #1 globally in the broader category that combines video surveillance software and Video Surveillance as a Service (VSaaS).

“For more than 25 years, our development strategy has focused on anticipating customer needs and delivering practical innovations. The consistent year-over-year growth noted by analysts in the access control and VMS markets is a testament to our long-standing commitment to open, unified systems, robust cybersecurity, and privacy by design,” said Christian Morin, Vice President of Product Engineering and Chief Security Officer at Genetec Inc.

What this means for the New Zealand market

With Asia Pacific recording the highest organic growth rate, New Zealand organisations are directly part of this regional momentum. More New Zealand businesses are seeking to modernise access control, unify security platforms, and explore cloud-based deployments.

As New Zealand’s top Genetec partner, Nextro helps bring this global innovation to the New Zealand market, tailoring deployments to meet the specific needs of New Zealand enterprises, crowded spaces, and critical infrastructure operators. By combining Genetec’s globally recognised solutions with Nextro’s local expertise, organisations gain access to trusted technology that is scalable, resilient, and designed with cybersecurity at its core.

Contact the Nextro team today. We are here to help you harness the latest in access control solutions, be they on premise, in the cloud or hybrid.

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New Zealand Faces Most Challenging Security Environment in Recent History

Nextro Marketing — Thu, 21 Aug 2025 01:42:59 +0000

New Zealand Faces Most Challenging Security Environment in Recent History

The New Zealand Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS) has released its 2025 Threat Environment Report, revealing that the country is confronting its most complex national security landscape in decades.

Despite our geographic isolation in the South Pacific, New Zealand remains firmly in the crosshairs of sophisticated international threats.
See Nextro’s summary of the report below.

Six Critical Security Assessments for 2025

The NZSIS makes six key assessments about New Zealand’s
threat environment in 2025:

Lone actor terrorist attacks – The most plausible violent extremist attack scenario remains a lone actor who has radicalised online and prepares for violence without intelligence forewarning, likely using easily accessible weapons
Online-driven extremist support – Grievances and polarising issues in online spaces are almost certainly driving support for a range of violent extremist ideologies, with no single ideology presenting a greater threat
Youth radicalisation risk – Young and vulnerable people are particularly at risk of radicalisation, especially while online
Active foreign interference – Multiple states are conducting foreign interference activities, including transnational repression targeting diaspora communities
Undetected espionage – It is almost certain there is undetected espionage activity harming New Zealand’s national interests, with foreign states continuing to target critical organisations, infrastructure and technology
Insider exploitation – Some foreign states have attempted to exploit people inside public and private sector organisations through deceptive, corruptive, or coercive means

The Threat Landscape

The report reveals that a terrorist attack remains a “realistic possibility,” with young and vulnerable New Zealanders particularly at risk of online radicalisation. Foreign interference activities continue across multiple fronts, with several states actively targeting New Zealand. The People’s Republic of China remains the most active, though it’s not the only concern. These activities include transnational repression targeting diaspora communities, particularly those from certain religions, ethnicities, Rainbow communities, and pro-democracy movements.

The Global Context

Three global themes are driving these security challenges: strategic competition between major powers (particularly involving the US, China, and Russia), increasingly polarised and violent online rhetoric, and rapid technological advancement that’s both creating opportunities and vulnerabilities.

The report emphasises that while New Zealand may seem distant from global security hotspots, our economic connectedness, diverse society, and strategic location in an increasingly contested Indo-Pacific region make us a target for states seeking power and influence.

Looking Forward

The NZSIS stresses that while threats cannot always be eliminated, risks can be managed through awareness and robust security practices. The agency continues to call for public vigilance, encouraging New Zealanders to report concerning behaviour through their online portal at nzsis.govt.nz.

As global instability continues and shared international values degrade, the report makes clear that foreign interference and espionage activities are likely to intensify. For a nation that has long prided itself on being safely removed from international conflicts, this assessment serves as a sobering reminder that in our interconnected world, no country is truly isolated from global security challenges.

The full report provides detailed protective security advice for organisations and communities, emphasising that national security is increasingly everyone’s responsibility in this challenging new environment.

Whether you manage a crowded place, critical infrastructure, large retail, hospitality or logistics environment, contact Nextro today to discuss your protective security requirements.

Download a full copy of the report below.

New Zealand Security Environment Threat Report 2025

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New Biometric Processing Privacy Code for New Zealand 2025

Nextro Marketing — Wed, 13 Aug 2025 03:26:15 +0000

New Biometric Processing Privacy Code for New Zealand 2025

A major update for biometric security solutions in New Zealand

On 21 July 2025, the Office of the Privacy Commissioner in New Zealand announced the release of the Biometric Processing Privacy Code 2025. This is a significant milestone in regulating how biometric technologies, such as facial recognition, are used across New Zealand. The Code introduces specific rules for organisations collecting, using, and processing biometric information.

The new Code reinforces the importance of privacy in an era where biometric authentication is rapidly expanding across sectors, from critical infrastructure and public venues to private enterprise. It will be interesting to see how it is interpreted and whether it fits all use cases. Nextro recommends its customers to take note and follow the new code.

The Biometric Processing Privacy Code 2025 outlines how biometric information, such as facial features or iris scans, must be managed under the Privacy Act. It applies to technologies used to identify individuals or to learn about them, and sets expectations for transparency, necessity, fairness, and accountability in the use of these technologies.

Key Obligations for New Zealand Businesses:

For New Zealand organisations using biometric systems, including facial recognition cameras and biometric access control, the Code introduces the following key obligations.

Transparency: Businesses must ensure people know when their biometric information is being collected. Clear, accessible signage and privacy statements must be visible at the point of collection.
Purpose limitation: Biometric data must only be collected for specific, lawful purposes. The use must be necessary for that purpose and not collected ‘just in case’.
Necessity and proportionality: Organisations must assess whether less privacy-intrusive options exist before using biometric tech. If a swipe card or PIN can reasonably meet the same purpose, biometric use may not be justified.
Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs): A PIA is required for any biometric processing activity, documenting risks and mitigations. This is mandatory and should be completed prior to deployment.
Consent and alternatives: In many cases, particularly in workplaces or public access scenarios, individuals must be offered a genuine alternative to biometric enrolment, unless an exemption applies.
Special restrictions: Certain uses, like real-time facial recognition in public, or profiling individuals based on biometric data, are considered high-risk, and face stricter scrutiny under the Code.

The Code comes into effect on 3 November 2025 with new systems deployed after that date having to be compliant. A grace period for existing biometric systems, in operation prior to 3 November 2025, gives operators until 3 August 2026 to meet the updated compliance standards. New systems will need to be compliant from 3 November 2025.

This timeframe is short and likely insufficient for large organisations. Nextro recommends that business start early to ensure sufficient time to assess and align their technologies, policies, and processes.

Nextro will continue to work closely with its technology partners and customers to ensure that our evolving biometric solutions are capable of meeting the requirements of the Code.

We encourage all businesses using or considering biometric technologies to familiarise themselves with the Code.

Please reach out to the Nextro team to discuss our face recognition, iris recognition, and finger print biometric access control solutions.

For more information:

Read a Summary of the biometric processing privacy Code Read the biometric Processing privacy Code See Factsheets for an overview of the code Read Guidance on the code Contact us to Find out more

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Genetec Enhances Digital Evidence Management with AI-Powered Scene Redaction in Clearance™

Nextro Marketing — Wed, 23 Jul 2025 02:36:43 +0000

Genetec Enhances Digital Evidence Management with AI-Powered Scene Redaction in Clearance

Nextro is proud to highlight the latest innovation from our strategic partner Genetec Inc., a leading technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions. Genetec has announced a major enhancement to its digital evidence management system, Genetec Clearance, with the addition of Scene Redaction, an AI-powered capability that significantly accelerates the process of preparing video evidence for sharing.

A major step forward for video redaction

Traditional manual redaction is often slow and labour-intensive, especially when dealing with large volumes of footage involving multiple individuals and moving elements. With Scene Redaction, Genetec Clearance leverages advanced AI and machine learning to identify people in a scene and automatically apply blurring, dramatically reducing the time and effort required by investigators and privacy officers.

“Redacting video evidence to protect privacy is both a legal obligation and a practical challenge for organisations around the world. Scene Redaction allows users to do this with unprecedented speed and consistency,” said Samir Sinha, Product Group Director at Genetec Inc.

Built for public and private sector needs

Genetec Clearance is already trusted by public safety agencies, police, retailers, and private enterprises across New Zealand and internationally. This new redaction capability is particularly relevant for local government, education providers, security firms, and other organisations subject to Privacy Act 2020 obligations in New Zealand.

As privacy regulations become more stringent and public scrutiny of video surveillance increases, the need for reliable and efficient redaction tools is more critical than ever. Scene Redaction ensures compliance without slowing down operations.

Seamless integration with existing workflows

Clearance users can access Scene Redaction directly within the platform’s intuitive interface. It complements the system’s existing redaction tools, which allow for manual redaction or blurring based on facial recognition, and works across footage from various sources, including body-worn cameras, fixed surveillance, and mobile devices.

At Nextro, we see this as a game-changing advancement for businesses across New Zealand. Whether you’re managing critical infrastructure, safeguarding schools, or coordinating a public safety response, this update to Genetec Clearance delivers powerful tools to ensure evidence integrity and individual privacy, fast.

Want to know more?

To learn how Genetec Clearance with Scene Redaction can support your organisation’s evidence management and compliance workflows, contact the Nextro team today, we’re here to help New Zealand businesses and agencies harness the latest in secure, privacy-forward technologies.

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Genetec enhances Security Center SaaS with the addition of intrusion management

Nextro Marketing — Sun, 09 Mar 2025 21:11:28 +0000

Genetec enhances Security Center SaaS with the addition of intrusion management

New functionality enhances real-time threat detection, verification, and automated response.

Genetec Inc. the global leader in enterprise physical security software, recently announced the addition of intrusion management to Security Center SaaS, the company’s unified physical security solution that can be deployed in the cloud or as a hybrid solution. By unifying intrusion detection with video surveillance, access control, identity, and visitor management, Security Center SaaS through Nextro now delivers a fully unified, open, cloud-managed platform supported by the Genetec Cloudlink line of appliances. Security Center SaaS will support a wide range of intrusion devices from multiple vendors, starting with Bosch intrusion panels.

Unified intrusion management

Automated intrusion management eliminates reliance on manual processes, reducing errors and ensuring systems are automatically armed when needed. Operators can configure automated schedules, enforce badge-based activation, and apply first-in, last-out logic to keep facilities protected 24/7 without adding operational complexity. By integrating intrusion with business workflows, companies can focus on their core operations while maintaining a secure environment.

Real-time threat verification and response

Security Center SaaS intrusion management helps security teams act quickly by validating alarms/alerts in real time with video verification, which eliminates uncertainty and reduces unnecessary disruptions. When a real threat is detected, automated workflows can immediately lock doors, activate deterrents, and notify the appropriate personnel based on predefined escalation paths. By minimising false alarms and focusing on real threats, end-users can enhance their security posture while reducing the impact on daily operations, ensuring faster decision-making and more effective responses.

Proactive security measures

In addition to real-time detection, Security Center SaaS intrusion management provides automated reporting and dynamic system alerts to help organisations identify vulnerabilities before they become critical issues. With comprehensive event logging, organisations can ensure compliance and maintain a solid foundation for auditing.

Operational efficiency

An open approach to intrusion panel support in Security Center SaaS not only enhances security but also improves operational efficiency. By centralising intrusion event data on intuitive dashboards, teams gain real-time visibility that empowers faster, more informed decisions. This immediate access to critical information feeds into automated reporting, which tracks trends in alarms and response times, enabling teams to uncover valuable insights for continuous improvement.

“Security Center SaaS continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible. With the introduction of intrusion management, we are delivering on our vision of a fully unified, open, and cloud-managed platform. This empowers organisations to detect, verify, and respond to threats with greater speed and confidence,” said Christian Morin, Vice President Product Engineering at Genetec Inc.

Availability and hardware support

The intrusion panel feature for Security Center SaaS will be available in New Zealand in mid-2025 through Nextro. Built on an open architecture and supported by the Genetec Cloudlink line of multi-workload cloud-managed appliances, Security Center SaaS will support Bosch intrusion panels at launch, with plans to expand compatibility through additional technology partnerships. This open approach enables customers to choose the hardware that best fits their needs or retain their existing panels, providing a cost-effective and flexible path to modernising their physical security operations.

For more information about Security Center SaaS, its new intrusion management capabilities, and how they will benefit your business, contact us today.

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