EPOD

05/05/2025

Introducing the FIRST72 Starlink Mini Rapid Deployment Kit.

A purpose-built emergency communications solution for response teams, community hubs, and remote areas across Aotearoa.

✔️ Compact Starlink Mini with integrated modem
✔️ FIRST72 3D-printed battery adaptor
✔️ Dual Milwaukee batteries for up to 10 hours runtime
✔️ Rapid charger recharges in under 20 minutes
✔️ No ongoing subscription until deployment
✔️ Mobile-friendly with optional vehicle power adapter

The NZ Police recently purchased 8 of these kits for their response teams as a reliable emergency communications capability, and we’ve also deployed several kits to isolated marae and community hubs across the North Island.

View full specs and purchase options here:
👉 https://www.first72.org.nz/product/starlink-mini-with-3d-printed-milwaukee-battery-pack-off-grid/

To discuss custom configurations or bulk orders, get in touch

30/04/2025

West Coast Emergency Management Group (WCEM) is strengthening their resilience with three new EPOD emergency containers.

In partnership with FIRST72 and EPOD, this project focuses on providing alternate Emergency Coordination Centres (ECCs) and Emergency Operations Centres (EOCs) for high-risk areas across the region.

Funded through the NEMA 2024/25 CDEM Resilience Fund, this project is the first time our EPODs have received direct funding from NEMA at a national level.

The three new EPODs will be deployed in Buller District (x2) and Westland District (x1).

This project builds on the three existing EPODs deployed to the West Coast last year through Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu

Read the full story here:
https://www.first72.org.nz/project/west-coast-strengthens-emergency-coordination-with-new-epods-funded-by-nema/

If you’re interested in learning about how EPODs could support your region or community, contact us today.

11/04/2025