2degrees and One NZ propose New Zealand mobile RAN joint venture

TL;DR: 2degrees and One NZ have proposed a jointly owned company to combine their mobile radio access network infrastructure in New Zealand. The proposal would cover passive and active RAN assets, while both operators would keep separate spectrum holdings, core networks, brands, and retail operations.

2degrees and One NZ have proposed combining their mobile radio access network (RAN) infrastructure in New Zealand through a jointly owned company. RAN, or radio access network, is the part of a mobile network that connects devices to the operator through cell sites and radio equipment.

The proposed joint venture would combine both operators’ passive and active mobile RAN infrastructure. Passive infrastructure includes assets such as towers and site facilities, while active infrastructure includes radio equipment used to provide mobile coverage and capacity.

Under the proposal, 2degrees and One NZ would continue to operate separately in other parts of their businesses. The operators would retain their own spectrum, core networks, brands, and retail activities while sharing the combined RAN infrastructure through the new jointly owned company.