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Hudson Gavin Martin

Technology, Media, Telecoms (TMT)

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : New Zealand

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In this digital age, technology and media are not merely tools but the very core of every modern business. We recognise this pivotal role and, as such, our services are not limited to technology clients alone. Acting for suppliers, consumers, and consultants within the technology and media sectors positions us uniquely to provide our clients with unparalleled insights into market standards.

We provide comprehensive assistance to our clients in various areas, including 'As-a-Service' delivery models (SaaS, IaaS, NaaS, PaaS), API integration, broadcast technology, capital raising, cloud computing, commercial transactions, data privacy and security, dispute resolution, employee share schemes, fintech and payments, investments, emerging technologies (IoT, AR/VR, AI, blockchain, autonomous vehicles), joint ventures, licensing, network infrastructure, procurement, sale and acquisition, shareholders' agreements, and telecommunications regulatory advice.

With the largest legal team in the country specialising in technology, media, and intellectual property and their impact on New Zealand's business landscape, our clients benefit from a wealth of experience across corporate, commercial, and litigation matters.

Clients (10)

  • Television New Zealand
  • Bank of New Zealand
  • Milford Asset Management
  • Foodstuffs North Island
  • Auckland Transport
  • Vector
  • One New Zealand Group Limited
  • Xero
  • University of Otago
  • Simfuni Limited

Industries (14)

  • 'As-a-Service' delivery models (SaaS, IaaS, NaaS, PaaS)
  • API integration
  • Broadcast technology
  • Fintech and Payments
  • Emerging technologies (IoT, AR/VR, AI, blockchain, autonomous vehicles)
  • Network infrastructure
  • Telecommunications
  • Entertainment
  • Film, Media and TV
  • Manufacturing
  • Utilities
  • Government
  • Education
  • Banking and Financial Services

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Technology, Media, Telecoms (TMT) - New Zealand

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Hudson Gavin Martin is a boutique firm specialising in technology, media and IP. The team advises on a broad range of matters, including commercial and corporate transactions involving TMT-related assets, as well as dispute resolution and regulatory compliance. It is particularly renowned for its technology practice and boasts an impressive clientele spanning multinational corporations, SMEs and startups. The team covers the full spectrum of technology-related advice, including outsourcing, content licensing and compliance issues. Hudson Gavin Martin assists with technology infrastructure projects as well as advising on the licensing and commercialisation of technology.

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Work Highlights

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  • Hudson Gavin Martin advised Bastion Shine on emerging AI issues in its arrangements with clients.

Strengths

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  • They raise considerations that may not be at the forefront of your mind but are necessary to ensure they provide holistic advice.

    Technology, Media, Telecoms (TMT) respondentAsia-Pacific

  • They provide leadership in a quiet constructive way that helps direct us towards the best outcome.

    Technology, Media, Telecoms (TMT) respondentAsia-Pacific

Notable Practitioners

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  • Simon Martin
    Simon Martin

    Simon Martin

    Simon Martin has practised in the TMT space for over 30 years, operating across the spectrum, principally on transactional, commercialisation and asset protection issues.

    • Simon brings a wealth of experience and commercial acumen to every matter he works on.

      Technology, Media, Telecoms (TMT) respondentAsia-Pacific

    • Simon is very good at responding to the question at hand, ensuring we are straight to the point and get legally correct but commercially relevant advice in a short period of time.

      Technology, Media, Telecoms (TMT) respondentAsia-Pacific
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  • Anchali Anandanayagam
    Anchali Anandanayagam

    Anchali Anandanayagam

    Anchali Anandanayagam operates across the TMT space, being particularly well known for her technology and telecommunications-related expertise, specifically in transactional matters and complex innovations.

    • I'm very impressed by her negotiation style. She is very solutions focused, respectful of the other side's position and very cognisant of our business position.

      Technology, Media, Telecoms (TMT) respondentAsia-Pacific

    • Anchali has been great at unpacking quite complex challenges and communicating them in an easier to understand framing.

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  • Edwin Lim
    Edwin Lim

    Edwin Lim

    Edwin Lim offers experience of advising both large enterprises developing major systems and startups establishing themselves in the market, especially on M&A transactions.

    • We found his client service, responsiveness and commerciality outstanding.

      Technology, Media, Telecoms (TMT) respondentAsia-Pacific

    • Edwin always comes across as competent, calm and reassuring.

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