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Callaghan Innovation portfolio map

121 startups Callaghan Innovation has backed in rounds we track, since 2014, grouped by their main sector. Together they have raised $652M. The biggest sector is Agtech, with 19 companies.

121startups backed
12sectors
$652Mraised between them
Agtechbiggest sector

Callaghan Innovation's investor profile

Agtech

19

Biotech

18

Healthtech

12

AI

11

IT Services

10

Big Data & Analytics

10

Consumer Apps

8

Energy

8

Manufacturing

7

Aerospace & Space

6

Professional Services

6

Fintech

6

Segment by segment

Agtech

19 startups · $22M raised

  1. HectreHectre is a New Zealand-based ag-tech company focused on orchard management and post-harvest fruit quality solutions.New Zealand$10M
  2. MMirukuMiruku is a vegan food products company.New Zealand$4.9M
  3. AgovorAgovor Limited is a New Zealand-based agritech company focused on enhancing productivity and sustainability in horticulture througNew Zealand$2.1M
  4. KiwiFibreKiwiFibre is a New Zealand-based textile and composite materials company founded in 2020 and headquartered in Christchurch.New Zealand$1.9M
  5. Cropsy TechnologiesCropsy Technologies is an agritech startup based in Auckland, New Zealand, founded in 2019 by a team of University of Auckland alumni.New Zealand$1.0M
  6. ScanabullScanabull is an agritech startup based in Raglan, New Zealand, founded in April 2024.New Zealand$639K
  7. MetrovateMetrovate is a biotechnology company based in Auckland, New Zealand, founded in 2022.New Zealand$604K
  8. MilktechNZMilktechNZ is a dairy product manufacturing company that designs CR-1 electronic cup removers for both herringbone and rotary cow sheds.New Zealand$142K

Biotech

18 startups · $27M raised

  1. Mint InnovationMint Innovation is a New Zealand-based cleantech company founded in 2016, focused on biometallurgical e-waste recycling.New Zealand$11M
  2. Scentian BioScentian Bio is a biotechnology company based in Auckland, New Zealand, founded in 2020.New Zealand$7.2M
  3. CertusBioCertusBio helps industrial processors improve yields, reduce costs and achieve better environmental outcomes.New Zealand$3.3M
  4. BioOraBioOra is a biotechnology company that specializes in revolutionizing cancer immunotherapy services.New Zealand$2.3M
  5. DDNAiTECHNew Zealand$1.1M
  6. Forever HarvestForever Harvest is a food technology startup specializing in cellular horticulture.New Zealand$716K
  7. Bontia BioBontia Bio is a synthetic biology company based in Wellington, New Zealand, focused on animal health and agriculture.New Zealand$715K
  8. InsituGenInsituGen is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, New Zealand, founded in 2020.New Zealand$297K

Healthtech

12 startups · $58M raised

  1. WellumioWellumio is a medical technology company based in Wellington, New Zealand, founded in 2019.New Zealand$19M
  2. AlimetryAlimetry is a MedTech company based in Auckland, New Zealand, founded in 2019.New Zealand$18M
  3. Kitea HealthKitea Health is a medical technology company based in Auckland, New Zealand.New Zealand$13M
  4. Elli CaresElli Cares is a mobile app that connects seniors with their loved ones, supporting independent living and providing peace of mind.New Zealand$4.0M
  5. Toku EyesToku Eyes creates diagnostic and screening tools to eliminate doctors' preventable health and vision deterioration.New Zealand$2.5M
  6. Hale Animal HealthHale Animal Health is a veterinary pharmaceutical company based in Auckland, New Zealand, dedicated to developing innovative healtNew Zealand$1.2M
  7. Rhondium Dental LaboratoriesRhondium Dental Laboratories specializes in the manufacturing of OVC dental crowns as well as onlay procedure services.-$271K
  8. CemplicityHealthcare.New Zealand$35K

AI

11 startups · $186M raised

  1. BasisTo the visionaries and entrepreneurs rebuilding our public services and the economy, we are ready to stand with you - send us yourUnited States$154M
  2. Starboard Maritime IntelligenceStarboard is a subscription-based software that offers teams an overview of maritime activity as well as robust analytical tools.New Zealand$14M
  3. NNarrativeUnited States$13M
  4. VXTVXT is automating half of the workday by transforming the way the world communicates.New Zealand$2.5M
  5. inviolInviol is an AI developer and has the tools to make a significant impact in the health and safety technology area.New Zealand$2.5M
  6. Arcanum AIArcanum AI is an artificial intelligence company based in Wellington, New Zealand, founded in 2016.New Zealand$460K
  7. PAM NZPAM NZ is an AI-driven personal assistant designed to help families and lighten the mental burden for working parents.New Zealand$334K
  8. HairspaceHairspace is pioneering the future of grooming with the world's first fully automated robotic grooming platform.New Zealand$23K

IT Services

10 startups · $8.0M raised

  1. JNCTNJNCTN is a specialist software company, leading the way in a fast-growing sector.New Zealand$5.3M
  2. CogoCogo is a climate fintech firm founded in 2016, originally known as "Conscious Consumers." The company focuses on helping home andNew Zealand$808K
  3. Dispute BuddyDispute Buddy creates searchable histories of SMS and messages to help settle legal issues fast.New Zealand$765K
  4. 1Centre1Centre is a business platform that connects suppliers and business consumers.-$351K
  5. DummiDummi develops software tools that provides instant bug reports with video replay service.New Zealand$261K
  6. AskYourTeamAskYourTeam is a catalyst for breakthroughs in business performanceNew Zealand$259K
  7. ForburyForbury offers commercial real estate valuation software.-$256K
  8. IOT VenturesIOT Ventures provides LoRaWAN-powered IoT solutions including sensors, devices, network integration, and management softwareNew Zealand$13K

Big Data & Analytics

10 startups · $8.6M raised

  1. OrbicaOrbica is a geospatial artificial intelligence (GeoAI) platform company founded in 2017 and based in Christchurch, New Zealand, wiNew Zealand$2.8M
  2. HHeartLabHeartLab is aTransforming cardiology with artificial intelligence.New Zealand$2.5M
  3. YabbleYabble is AI for insights.New Zealand$2.1M
  4. LitmapsLitmaps is a free, browser-based literature discovery tool founded in 2016 and based in Wellington, New Zealand.New Zealand$1.0M
  5. QriousQrious is a software company that provides data locker, business insights, analytics, insight exchange, and platform-as-a-service.New Zealand$67K
  6. QuantifulQuantiful offers big data, machine learning, and predictive analytics services.New Zealand$31K
  7. EdPotentialDedicated to improving student achievement-$25K
  8. SaferMeSaferMe is a global technology company based in Wellington, New Zealand, specializing in pandemic readiness, workforce safety, andNew Zealand$12K

Consumer Apps

8 startups · $17M raised

  1. FileInviteFileInvite is a secure client data collection platform that streamlines the process of requesting and managing documents, particulNew Zealand$6.1M
  2. Area360Area360 is a Seattle-based software and mobile location technology company.United States$5.7M
  3. CarepatronCarepatron is a cloud-based healthcare practice management and Electronic Health Record (EHR) software company founded in 2019 andNew Zealand$4.1M
  4. InugoInugo provides parking aggregators, operators and owners the tools and systems to transform their businesses.-$1.3M
  5. FergusFergus is a private, cloud-based Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) company that specializes in job management and field service managemNew Zealand$23K
  6. SwipedOn Workplace Sign In SystemSwipedOn is a software development company founded in 2013, headquartered in Tauranga, New Zealand.New Zealand$11K
  7. chnnlchnnl is an app that provides information and data on employee's mental health and wellbeing.New Zealand$7K
  8. BlinderBlinder Limited is a New Zealand-based software company founded in 2015, located in Auckland.New Zealand$6K

Energy

8 startups · $6.6M raised

  1. OpenStar TechnologiesOpenStar Technologies is a renewable energy company that develops fusion reactors for baseload power to the grid.New Zealand$6.2M
  2. EV MaritimeEV Maritime will develop an intelligence platform to extract insights from data collected onboard its vessels.New Zealand$201K
  3. EnergyBankEnergyBank is a renewable energy technology company focused on advancing global decarbonisation through innovative energy storage solutions.New Zealand$41K
  4. Vortex Power SystemsVortex Power Systems is develops zero-carbon method of capturing low grade waste heat from thermal processes to generate electricity.New Zealand$25K
  5. TasmanIonTasmanIon is developing new aluminium-ion battery technologies suited for grid storage and portable applications.New Zealand$21K
  6. NexbeNexbe is an energy management firm that specializes in providing live data on power consumption for users.New Zealand$16K
  7. EmrodEmrod uses tele-energy technology to transmit energy wirelessly over many kilometres or miles.New Zealand$15K
  8. Trackit EnergyTrackit Energy is a Software as a Service platform that was designed and developed for the Petrochemical and Mining industries.United States$5K

Manufacturing

7 startups · $12M raised

  1. ZincoveryZincovery is a recycling company that develops eco-friendly and sustainable technology for zinc decarbonization.New Zealand$6.1M
  2. AvasaAVASA is a privately held company based in Grafton, Auckland, New Zealand, specializing in medical equipment manufacturing for recNew Zealand$2.8M
  3. RespirAqRespirAq is a medical equipment manufacturing company that offers heated humidifier performance in an HME size and reliability.New Zealand$1.8M
  4. Goodair NosebudsGoodair Nosebuds develops a technology designed to relieve nasal congestion without the use of drugs.New Zealand$1.0M
  5. UUbiquethermUbiquetherm is to provide safe, effective heating and cooling for everyone, everywhere.New Zealand$120K
  6. Peek RoboticsPeek Robotics is a robotic platform with autonomy, modular design, and connectivity resolutions ideal for research and automation.New Zealand$22K
  7. Pastoral RoboticsPastoral Robotics is technologies for detection and treatment of fresh cow urine patches and robotic technologies.New Zealand$6K

Aerospace & Space

6 startups · $3.8M raised

  1. Astrix AstronauticsAstrix Astronautics is a spaceship power transformation technology.New Zealand$2.5M
  2. Argo Navis AerospaceArgo Navis Aerospace supplies upper-stage rocket engines.New Zealand$669K
  3. Graph Research LabsGRL platform creates governed AI, data, APIs, applications and AI agents in regulated industries eg banking, health, government.New Zealand$294K
  4. SkybaseSkybase is an aviation technology company that develops artificial intelligence technology for unmanned air transportation.New Zealand$233K
  5. Kea AerospaceKea Aerospace, based in Christchurch, New Zealand, was founded in 2018 and specializes in developing solar-powered, unmanned stratNew Zealand$49K
  6. Pyper VisionPyper Vision is a New Zealand-based aerospace and engineering software startup founded in 2016.New Zealand$18K

Professional Services

6 startups · $4.0M raised

  1. SterlingSterling is an AI-powered finance operations company based in New Zealand.New Zealand$2.2M
  2. Tend HealthTend Health provides innovative devices and data analysis for understanding and harnessing the power of the gut microbiome.New Zealand$1.2M
  3. JuplJupl is a healthcare technology company based in Auckland, New Zealand, with a presence in Melbourne, Australia.New Zealand$534K
  4. Torque IT SolutionsTorque IT Solutions provides sales and marketing, operations, finance, accounting, credit, and risk management consulting services.New Zealand$25K
  5. BeanyBeany is a technology-driven online accounting practice founded in 2013, specializing in high-quality financial services for smallNew Zealand$6K
  6. TradifyJob tracking & invoice management software for trade & service based businesses.New Zealand$5K

Fintech

6 startups · $299M raised

  1. HarmoneyHarmoney is the largest online personal lending platform in Australia and New ZealandNew Zealand$164M
  2. JasperJasper is an enterprise AI marketing platform.New Zealand$127M
  3. Nectar NZNectar NZ specializes in personal loans, retail finance, lending, debt consolidation, car finance, and emergency loans services.New Zealand$6.3M
  4. GenoapayGenoapay was a New Zealand-based buy-now-pay-later and consumer finance company located in Auckland.New Zealand$1.0M
  5. QuashedQuashed is an insurance platform based in Auckland, New Zealand, designed to help consumers compare, manage, and understand their New Zealand$1.0M
  6. SharesiesSharesies allows you to get started investing from just $5.New Zealand$20K

How this map is made. Every startup here has raised money in a round we track that names Callaghan Innovation as an investor, the first in 2014. Each sits under its main sector, read from its rounds, and each sector shows its best-funded first; sectors with fewer than three companies are left off. Rebuilt nightly; updated 15 November 2026.

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