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New $21m growth grants to boost R&D in NZ
Government

New $21m growth grants to boost R&D in NZ

Callaghan Innovation approves $21m in R&D grants for 15 high-tech firms to boost innovation and growth in New Zealand.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 13th May 2014
Callaghan Innovation's incubator system encourages NZ start-ups
Government

Callaghan Innovation's incubator system encourages NZ start-ups

Callaghan Innovation boosts NZ's start-up scene with a new incubator network, seeking tech-focused and founder-focused applications.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sat, 15th Mar 2014
Wellington-based crowdfunding campaign raises over $10,000 in first 12 hours
Unified Communications

Wellington-based crowdfunding campaign raises over $10,000 in first 12 hours

Wellington-based social tech company Loomio has kicked off their global crowdfunding campaign to a great start, raising over $10,000 in the first 12 hours.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Mar 2014
Callaghan Innovation accelerates Maori innovation with new GM
Information Communication & Technology

Callaghan Innovation accelerates Maori innovation with new GM

Hemi Rolleston appointed as GM, Māori Economy by Callaghan Innovation, aiming to boost Māori business innovation on a global scale.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2014
Ground-breaking Kiwi medical tech at heart of Australian stroke hub
Unified Communications

Ground-breaking Kiwi medical tech at heart of Australian stroke hub

A collaboration between Callaghan Innovation and Im-Able has led to a trial at Royal Melbourne Hospital, integrating cutting-edge Kiwi tech for stroke recovery.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sat, 1st Mar 2014
Govt issues extra $59m in R&D grants to grow firms faster
Government

Govt issues extra $59m in R&D grants to grow firms faster

$59m of R&D Growth Grants awarded to 19 NZ businesses by Callaghan Innovation, says Science & Innovation Minister Steven Joyce.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 27th Feb 2014
Govt issues $140m in R&D grants for Kiwi businesses
Government

Govt issues $140m in R&D grants for Kiwi businesses

Over $140 million in R&D grants awarded to 31 Kiwi tech firms by Callaghan Innovation, aiming to accelerate innovation and growth.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2014
Callaghan Innovation seeks new incubators to grow tech start-ups
Information Communication & Technology

Callaghan Innovation seeks new incubators to grow tech start-ups

Callaghan Innovation issues request for expressions of interest to expand New Zealand's network of business incubators.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 18th Dec 2013
Telecom invests $5m in Kiwi health start-up
Unified Communications

Telecom invests $5m in Kiwi health start-up

Telecom is investing USD $5 million for a 40% stake in health start-up Vigil, aiming to bring advanced biometric health solutions to the New Zealand market.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2013
R&D focused firms dominate at NZ International Business Awards
Government

R&D focused firms dominate at NZ International Business Awards

R&D-centric firms took the spotlight at the New Zealand International Business Awards, highlighting the crucial role of innovation in global business success.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 27th Sep 2013
NZ tech gives better disaster warnings
Disaster Recovery

NZ tech gives better disaster warnings

A newly released New Zealand-made product is set to give both homes and offices improved alerts and information about emergencies.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 19th Sep 2013
KiwiNet and Callaghan drive Kiwi innovation
Information Communication & Technology

KiwiNet and Callaghan drive Kiwi innovation

Partnership aimed at turning more clever ideas and research discoveries into new products and services through out New Zealand.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 12th Aug 2013
Govt reveals $566m NZ business funding plans
Government

Govt reveals $566m NZ business funding plans

The New Zealand government has unveiled NZD $566 million in new R&D funding for businesses, aiming to boost innovation and competitiveness among Kiwi firms.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 25th Jul 2013
KiwiNet receives $7.5m research boost
Callaghan Innovation

KiwiNet receives $7.5m research boost

Discoveries from New Zealand's publicly funded research will be turned into commercial reality under a new allocation of government investment.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 6th Jun 2013
Govt offers $130m boost for Kiwi start-ups
Government

Govt offers $130m boost for Kiwi start-ups

Govt injects $130m into Callaghan Innovation, aiding Kiwi entrepreneurs and bolstering R&D, as part of a bid to globalise NZ businesses.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 17th May 2013
Capital needs loom for on board Wynyard Group
Fintech

Capital needs loom for on board Wynyard Group

Fast-growing Wynyard Group eyes capital for expansion, with new chair Murray Horn silent on NZ stock exchange listing. Growth demands loom.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Mon, 15th Apr 2013
Callaghan Innovation appoints CEO all the way from Alaska
EduTech

Callaghan Innovation appoints CEO all the way from Alaska

Callaghan Innovation names Dr Mary Quin as its first CEO, bringing her wealth of experience from Xerox and Eastman Kodak from Alaska to New Zealand.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 14th Mar 2013

Global Stories

Callaghan Innovation stories

Mako Networks realises American dream with US office
Kiwi Landing Pad

Mako Networks realises American dream with US office

Mako Networks, originally from Herne Bay, leapfrogs US growth ambitions with a new San Francisco office, following a successful stint at the Kiwi Landing Pad.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Sep 2013