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M&A / Property

New Media Capital target expands into Australia, N.Z.

By The Northwire Desk — AI Analysis Nov 03, 2025 · 11:13 NEME · None New Media Capital 2.0 Inc
NEME · Price

Executive Summary

  • Asiatel Outsourcing Ltd., the target of New Media Capital 2.0 Inc.’s share‑exchange agreement, announced a partnership with Custom Outsourcing Pty. Ltd. to launch and expand its BPO services across Australia and New Zealand.
  • The partnership appoints Darren Smith (CEO of Custom Outsourcing) as Asiatel’s Regional Director for ANZ, combining local market reach with Asiatel’s AI‑enabled service portfolio.
  • Asiatel will showcase its expanded offering at The Business Show Australia (Nov 5‑6, 2025), aiming to generate leads and increase brand visibility in the region.

Key Details

  • Partnership Structure: Custom Outsourcing Pty. Ltd. will act as the regional partner for Asiatel’s operations in Australia and New Zealand; Darren Smith designated Regional Director.
  • Service Offering: Traditional BPO services plus AI‑driven solutions delivered through file.AI, covering bookkeeping, sales support, customer engagement, IT, analytics, compliance, and back‑office finance functions.
  • Market Rationale: Australia is the second‑largest outsourcing market for the Philippines (behind the U.S.), driven by lower labor costs, high English proficiency, and a mature vendor ecosystem.
  • Strategic Fit: Expansion aligns with Asiatel’s recent North American entry (Vancouver sales office) and broader global footprint growth strategy outlined by New Media Capital 2.0 Inc.’s CEO John Putters.
  • Event Participation: Asiatel will exhibit at The Business Show Australia in Sydney on Nov 5‑6, 2025; the event attracts >6,000 attendees including technology, finance, and professional services decision‑makers.
  • Growth Expectations: Management expects the ANZ partnership to accelerate client acquisition, generate direct leads, and enhance visibility within the regional BPO and innovation ecosystem.

Notable Quotes

“Custom Outsourcing is a well‑established niche BPO provider with deep market reach across Australia and New Zealand… Together, we plan to accelerate growth in these regions by offering both traditional BPO solutions and the next generation of AI‑driven services.” – Jasjit Anand (Andy), CEO, Asiatel

“Representing Asiatel in the Australia and New Zealand region allows us to accelerate client engagement and deliver greater value across local markets.” – Darren Smith, CEO, Custom Outsourcing Pty. Ltd.

“These strategic moves underscore Asiatel’s commitment to long‑term growth and diversification… translate into meaningful value creation for both existing shareholders and new investors participating in the concurrent capital raise.” – John Putters, CEO, New Media Capital 2.0 Inc.

Read the original news release →

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