Draft regulatory settings for merged Network Tasman–Nelson Electricity
The Commerce Commission has released draft decisions on how price quality regulation will apply to the newly merged Network Tasman–Nelson Electricity business.
The draft decision explains how the revenue limits and quality standards are set to ensure the right incentives are in place for the new merged company. These incentives aim to ensure the new company will invest to meet consumer demands, find efficiencies, and is limited in its ability to earn excessive profits.
Key points include:
- Services at a quality consumers expect
Updated reliability targets reflect the historical performance of both networks so that consumers can expect the same level of service on average.
- Support for long‑term investment and network resilience
The Commission has proposed refreshed operating and capital expenditure allowances to support efficiency and give the merged company certainty to invest in essential upgrades and innovation. This will help maintain a resilient, future‑ready network for households and businesses.
Submissions on the draft decisions are open until 5pm, 29 January 2026.
For more information and associated documents, see below.