The best way to get Starlink for a New Zealand business is through Pivotel, the only registered mobile satellite service provider in NZ integrating Starlink for commercial use, since this gives you enterprise support and network bundling that a retail Starlink kit alone doesn't. A fixed installation suits an office, workshop or rural site needing a permanent high-speed connection, while a portable unit suits vehicles, vessels or worksites that move. Speeds run up to 220/25 Mbps with 25 to 50ms latency on either option. Mobile Systems supplies, installs and mounts the full Pivotel Starlink range from our base in Mount Maunganui.
Fixed Starlink β For Offices, Workshops & Rural Sites
A fixed installation is the right call when you need a permanent, high-capacity connection at one location, an office, workshop, farm building or rural site outside reliable fibre or cellular broadband.
Pivotel / Starlink Satellite β Fixed
Business-grade fixed Starlink service through Pivotel, New Zealand's only registered mobile satellite service provider. Speeds up to 220/25 Mbps with 25 to 50ms latency, unlimited service locations, and priority support built in. View Pivotel / Starlink Satellite β Fixed
Portable & Mobile Starlink β For Vehicles, Vessels & Moving Worksites
Where the connection needs to move with you, a portable or in-motion Starlink setup keeps a worksite, vehicle or vessel online without waiting for a fixed install.
Pivotel / Starlink Satellite β Portable
Designed for mobility and challenging environments, with in-motion connectivity, 24/7 priority support and effectively 100% coverage. The right choice for vehicles, vessels and worksites that relocate. View Pivotel / Starlink Satellite β Portable
Mobile Systems Starlink Speedmount
Purpose-built mounting kit for the Starlink Mini dish, with rubber-coated magnets for a secure vehicle mount. Available in white or black, and designed and tested for use at speed. View Starlink Speedmount
Pairing Starlink With Satellite Voice for Safety
We don't recommend relying on Starlink alone for a remote worksite. The smartest setup is hybrid: Starlink for primary high-speed data, paired with an Iridium or Inmarsat satellite phone as a guaranteed emergency voice lifeline if the Starlink connection or power supply ever fails. See our Satellite & Starlink Q&A for the full comparison between satellite phones, messengers and PLBs.
Why Order Starlink Through MSL
Mobile Systems has been solving NZ communication problems since 2000, over 25 years, from our base in Mount Maunganui. We assess your specific site, vehicle or vessel and recommend the setup that actually gets you connected, not a generic one-size-fits-all kit.
On-site installation covers the Bay of Plenty, Coromandel, Rotorua, TaupΕ and Waikato directly. Outside that area, we install and support through our trusted nationwide installer network, with every unit backed by our in-house workshop.
Common Questions
Will Starlink work on a moving vehicle or boat?
Yes, with the right mounting and hardware. We install Starlink on vehicles, marine vessels and fixed rural sites, matching the dish, mount and power setup to how and where you'll actually use it.
Is Starlink better than cellular for a remote site?
It depends on your location. If you've got reasonable cellular coverage already, a cellular solution like Cel-Fi is usually cheaper and simpler to run. Once you're outside reliable cell range, satellite becomes the only consistent option.
Do I need a clear view of the sky for Starlink to work?
Yes. Starlink needs a relatively unobstructed view of the sky to maintain a stable connection. Trees, buildings and hills can interrupt the signal, so we assess mounting position as part of every installation.
Want the full detail on satellite networks, costs, and choosing between Starlink and a satellite phone? See our Satellite & Starlink Q&A or Satellite & Starlink FAQs. Ready to get connected? Talk to our team.