Callaghan Innovation is New Zealand's innovation agency, championing NZ innovators and entrepreneurs by helping them accelerate commercialization and grow businesses faster. The agency has backed over 3,800 companies with R&D services, technical solutions, skills development, and grant co-funding.
Callaghan Innovation provides ambitious companies of all sizes with R&D grants (including the R&D Growth Grant up to 40% of eligible costs), technical expertise, access to specialized facilities and equipment, and connections to domestic and international networks.
As a government agency, Callaghan Innovation plays a foundational role in New Zealand's innovation ecosystem — de-risking early-stage R&D, supporting proof-of-concept development, and preparing companies for private venture capital investment.
Auckland & Wellington, New Zealand
"Championing NZ innovators — helping 3,800+ companies accelerate commercialization through R&D grants, expertise, and connections."
Apply to the Apex Startup Discovery Program
Aligned with Callaghan Innovation's investment focus. Precondition: You must be an Apex Participant to submit. Registration is complimentary and includes 2 Golden Ads. This project is part of Apex Master Expos.
Apex Ecosystem with Golden Ads
"Who I Am · What I Want"
Complimentary for Apex Participants. Become an Apex Participant at myapex.me — registration is complimentary and includes 2 Golden Ads. Part of Apex Master Expos.
Apex is a living ecosystem — one of its kind. A decentralized, member-owned global business platform across 80+ countries where preferred venture partners such as Callaghan Innovation can explore early-stage innovation quietly and selectively, while founders showcase on their MySite and gain clarity on what long-term investors truly seek. No middleman. By members, for members.