Toronto, Canada – Tim Haight, Managing Director of Northern Light Technologies (NLT) Australia branch, is proud to announce Tony Napier has accepted the position of Business Unit Manager, Global Digital Solutions. Tony brings over three decades of mine related expertise to the existing NLT team.
Tony Napier, Business Unit Manager, Global Digital Solutions
“I am very excited to have Tony Napier join NLT. I have known Tony for many years in past roles as a knowledgeable, solid and honest competitor; we’re all really excited that he accepted our offer,” said Haight. “Tony will strengthen our expertise in not only wireless communications and networks, but also our experience in hard rock and other non-coal applications.”
Napier comes to NLT with an MBA from the Australian Graduate School of Management and more than thirty years of experience covering technical support, customer service, sales and channel management. His previous roles span from business owner to CEO of multiple major mining companies in Australia, where he acquired in-depth knowledge of both Leaky Feeder UHF/VHF and Wi-Fi.
“I have watched with strong interest the steady growth of NLT Digital,” said Napier. “When recently approached by Tim to head up their push into hard rock and non-coal markets, I welcomed the opportunity to assist a great team achieve its next objectives. NLT has developed a range of quality solutions that will bring significant benefits to these markets and clients,” he finished.
“NLT has been enjoying a steady growth over the last few years – even in the tough times we’re all currently experiencing – and with Tony focusing mainly outside coal,” said Haight, “NLT is set to move our growth pattern to the next level!”
About NLT
Founded in 1984, Northern Light Technologies (NLT) designs and manufactures underground lighting and networking solutions for the mining and tunnelling industries with manufacturing/assembly locations in Canada, Australia and Chile. Northern Light® cap lamp systems – including Genesis, the first purpose built cordless lamp to house a tracking tag within the all-in-one, ergonomic enclosure – are designed for maximum durability and comfort, while offering power-take-off, RFID and Wi-Fi tracking options. The NLT Mining Networks division is a turn-key partner in the design, manufacture, deployment, and support of scalable communication technologies that change the way mines communicate, collaborate, and operate.