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Kai's Education, based in Auckland, New Zealand, specializes in innovative educational technology. The company designs engaging learning experiences for children, integrating coding, STEM, and robotics. Its flagship product, Kai's Clan, teaches coding to children aged 7 to 15 using advanced technologies like AR, VR, AI, and IoT, along with popular platforms like Tinkercad and Minecraft. KaiBot, a hands-on learning robot, uses screen-free coding cards to teach coding fundamentals. The Kainundrum Lite app facilitates progression from tactile to advanced text-based coding. Kai's Education has received awards such as the Smart AI Toy Award and the Common Sense Top Pick for Learning Award, reflecting its commitment to equipping young minds with skills for the future.

Founded in 2017, Zenno Astronautics specializes in developing and manufacturing propulsion systems for small satellites. Its flagship product, Z01, utilizes superconducting technologies to meet demanding satellite positioning requirements, enabling efficient mission management and maximizing commercial returns.

Auror Limited is a crime prevention technology company that offers a platform designed to enhance incident reporting for businesses and law enforcement agencies. The platform allows for the electronic reporting of various incidents, including shoplifting and fraud, and consolidates information and evidence in a single location. This capability enables law enforcement to identify crime trends, connect patterns related to repeat offenders and organized crime, and respond to real-time intelligence to improve crime prevention strategies. Auror’s solution also provides real-time alerts to store managers and security personnel, facilitating informed decision-making and maximizing the return on investment for security measures. Founded in 2012 and based in Auckland, New Zealand, Auror has expanded its presence with offices in Denver and Melbourne to support a growing global retail clientele. The company was previously known as Eyedentify Limited until its rebranding in 2015.

Emerge is a financial management tool for businesses. It is a digital-only banking option designed to help Kiwi businesses operate more quickly, economically, and efficiently.

Lodestone Energy is a New Zealand-based developer and operator of solar energy farms. Based in Auckland, the company builds and operates solar facilities that generate electricity for local grids, contributing to New Zealand's zero-carbon energy mix and complementing other resources such as hydro, geothermal, and wind. The farms support agricultural and horticultural production by providing renewable power.

Akahu is a New Zealand-based finance platform that offers open banking and open finance infrastructure. It provides a consumer data-sharing platform with functional integrations with banks and other financial institutions, delivering services such as payment initiation, enriched transaction data, account data, identity verification, and bank account verification via a simple API for developers.

Vortex Power Systems Limited is a New Zealand-based company, founded in 2017, that specializes in innovative energy technology aimed at enhancing power generation efficiencies. The company has developed a proprietary system for capturing and converting low-grade waste heat from existing thermal power stations into electricity. This technology operates by creating and controlling a vortex in the atmosphere, generating winds that drive a power generation turbine. By utilizing waste heat energy from cooling water streams in thermal processes, Vortex Power Systems provides a zero-carbon solution that supports the energy industry's transition towards cleaner energy production and addresses concerns related to global warming and carbon emissions.

Daisy Lab is a New Zealand-based company developing precision fermentation to produce dairy-identical proteins without cows. Its approach uses microbes to replace traditional dairy production, aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and lessen land and water use while maintaining animal-friendly practices. By harnessing local dairy ecosystem expertise, the company seeks to create dairy proteins that support sustainability, climate change mitigation, and food security.

Mint Innovation Limited, founded in 2016 and headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand, specializes in metal recovery services from electronic waste, mining residues, and other toxic metal waste. The company employs bio-metallurgical processes that utilize microbes to extract valuable metals from waste streams, thereby reducing environmental impact. With a team experienced in chemistry and biotechnology, Mint Innovation is focused on scaling its innovative technology at its Auckland facilities to showcase the commercial viability of its biometallurgy methods.

Founded in 2017, Zenno Astronautics specializes in developing and manufacturing propulsion systems for small satellites. Its flagship product, Z01, utilizes superconducting technologies to meet demanding satellite positioning requirements, enabling efficient mission management and maximizing commercial returns.

Pictor is an in-vitro diagnostics company that develops and commercializes a patented multiplexed testing platform for human and animal health. The platform allows simultaneous testing of multiple analytes from a single sample, enabling faster, more efficient diagnostics. The company offers multiplexed immunodiagnostic assays such as the PictArray Rheumatoid Arthritis Panel, the PictArray Autoimmune Panel, and the PictArray Liver Panel. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand, Pictor serves clinical laboratories and veterinary settings with a focus on improving diagnostic accuracy and enabling early intervention. Through its multiplexed approach, the company aims to streamline workflows, reduce the number of tests required per patient, and broaden access to comprehensive disease profiling.

Tectonus Limited is a New Zealand-based company that specializes in the manufacture of earthquake-resilient structural joints and connectors. Founded in 2016 and located in Auckland, Tectonus develops innovative seismic technologies designed to mitigate the impact of earthquakes on buildings. Its product line includes various connectors such as the RSFJ-Tbrace, RSFJ-Brace, RSFJ-Shearwall, and RSFJ-MRF, which are applicable in both new construction and retrofit projects. These self-centering seismic connections are engineered to absorb and resist earthquake forces without sustaining damage, thereby enhancing the safety and durability of structures. Tectonus' technology can be utilized across different types of lateral load-resisting systems and can be integrated with any structural material, making it a versatile solution for construction companies aiming to protect buildings from seismic events and minimize potential loss of life.

Alimetry is a health technology startup located in Auckland, New Zealand, focused on creating innovative solutions for diagnosing gastrointestinal (GI) disorders. The company has developed a symptom-tracking and real-time gastric mapping monitoring device that investigates gastric function. This device senses the underlying motility of the stomach to identify the causes of common symptoms such as abdominal pain, indigestion, nausea, and vomiting. By providing insights into GI health, Alimetry aims to enhance patient care and improve the management of gastrointestinal disorders.

Founded in 2018, Runn specializes in Software-as-a-Service resource planning and forecasting software. Its platform enables project managers to efficiently plan, track, and forecast staffing capacity and capability, optimizing workloads and avoiding bottlenecks.

Toha operates a digital platform in New Zealand that connects environmental entrepreneurs with impact investors through a data-driven framework that verifies outcomes and impact. The platform provides a data and payments network for financing environmental activity, conditioned on verifiable data demonstrating results. By bridging the gap between environmental entrepreneurs and impact investors, Toha enables collaboration and innovation, combining scientific data, financial viability, and grassroots action to drive regeneration and economic prosperity.

Evnex Ltd. is a New Zealand-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in the development of electric vehicle charging systems. The company offers a range of products including charging stations, a cloud management platform for monitoring and managing these stations, and custom charging solutions designed for both residential and commercial applications. Evnex integrates its technology with solar grids and grid demand response systems, enabling seamless control of energy use for electric vehicle charging. By focusing on smart, affordable, and environmentally friendly charging solutions, Evnex aims to support the transition to electric vehicle transportation while addressing the needs of both electricity providers and EV users.

Crimson Consulting Limited specializes in education consultancy and tutoring services aimed at helping students gain admission to competitive universities globally. The company offers a wide range of services, including pre-admissions consulting for U.S. universities and business schools, law admission consulting, and tutoring for various standardized tests such as the SAT, GRE, GMAT, and MCAT. Additionally, Crimson provides academic support for students from intermediate school to university level, as well as leadership and extracurricular consulting. Established in 2014 and based in Auckland, New Zealand, with a presence in Sydney, Australia, and locations in the U.S., U.K., Singapore, and South Africa, Crimson has supported over 20,000 students through a network of more than 2,000 tutors and mentors. The company aims to deliver a personalized experience that enhances students' academic and holistic development, ultimately improving their career trajectories.

Vortex Power Systems Limited is a New Zealand-based company, founded in 2017, that specializes in innovative energy technology aimed at enhancing power generation efficiencies. The company has developed a proprietary system for capturing and converting low-grade waste heat from existing thermal power stations into electricity. This technology operates by creating and controlling a vortex in the atmosphere, generating winds that drive a power generation turbine. By utilizing waste heat energy from cooling water streams in thermal processes, Vortex Power Systems provides a zero-carbon solution that supports the energy industry's transition towards cleaner energy production and addresses concerns related to global warming and carbon emissions.

Tradify Limited, established in Auckland, New Zealand in 2010, specializes in providing Tradify, a cloud-based job management software tailored for small businesses within trade industries globally. Its customer base spans sectors such as electricians, plumbing, HVAC, building, construction, and other trades. The platform offers efficient tools for quoting, scheduling, tracking jobs, and invoicing on-the-go, helping these businesses streamline their operations from quote to invoice.

Tectonus Limited is a New Zealand-based company that specializes in the manufacture of earthquake-resilient structural joints and connectors. Founded in 2016 and located in Auckland, Tectonus develops innovative seismic technologies designed to mitigate the impact of earthquakes on buildings. Its product line includes various connectors such as the RSFJ-Tbrace, RSFJ-Brace, RSFJ-Shearwall, and RSFJ-MRF, which are applicable in both new construction and retrofit projects. These self-centering seismic connections are engineered to absorb and resist earthquake forces without sustaining damage, thereby enhancing the safety and durability of structures. Tectonus' technology can be utilized across different types of lateral load-resisting systems and can be integrated with any structural material, making it a versatile solution for construction companies aiming to protect buildings from seismic events and minimize potential loss of life.

Crimson Consulting Limited specializes in education consultancy and tutoring services aimed at helping students gain admission to competitive universities globally. The company offers a wide range of services, including pre-admissions consulting for U.S. universities and business schools, law admission consulting, and tutoring for various standardized tests such as the SAT, GRE, GMAT, and MCAT. Additionally, Crimson provides academic support for students from intermediate school to university level, as well as leadership and extracurricular consulting. Established in 2014 and based in Auckland, New Zealand, with a presence in Sydney, Australia, and locations in the U.S., U.K., Singapore, and South Africa, Crimson has supported over 20,000 students through a network of more than 2,000 tutors and mentors. The company aims to deliver a personalized experience that enhances students' academic and holistic development, ultimately improving their career trajectories.

Surgical Design Studios Limited is a medical device company based in Parnell, New Zealand, founded in 2017. The company focuses on developing innovative solutions for gastrointestinal diseases, particularly targeting life-threatening and severely debilitating conditions such as bowel cancer and inflammatory bowel diseases. Among its offerings is Active-Link, a device designed to facilitate recovery for patients who have undergone gut surgery, specifically those with a loop ileostomy or side-by-side double barrel stoma. The company emerged from the University of Auckland's Medical School, benefiting from support provided by MedTech CORE, a medical commercialization initiative.

AskNicely is a global customer experience platform that empowers frontline teams in service businesses. Its mobile platform delivers real-time customer feedback and personalized coaching, fostering employee engagement and driving revenue growth. AskNicely serves over 1,300 companies worldwide.

Rocket Lab Ltd. is a space company specializing in the design and manufacture of rocket and spacecraft systems for various applications. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand, the company provides a range of technologies, including carbon composite materials, thermal protection products, propulsion systems, and advanced electronic systems used in avionics and communications. Rocket Lab offers end-to-end mission services that ensure frequent and reliable access to space for civil, defense, and commercial clients. Its flagship Electron launch vehicle, operational since January 2018, is known for being one of the most frequently launched U.S. rockets and has successfully placed over 100 satellites into orbit. The company is also developing the Neutron launch vehicle and its Photon satellite platform, which has been selected for key NASA missions to the Moon and Mars. Rocket Lab operates launch sites in New Zealand and Virginia, USA, enhancing its capacity to support various space missions, including those focused on national security and scientific research.

Dotterel Technologies develops noise reduction solutions for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), serving sectors such as agriculture and cinematography. Founded in Auckland, New Zealand in 2015, the company offers passive noise reduction technology and active noise filtering.

Halter Limited, founded in 2016 and based in Morrinsville, New Zealand, specializes in developing GPS-enabled, solar-powered tracking devices for livestock. The company manufactures innovative collars designed for cows, allowing farmers to monitor and guide their animals across pastures. Halter's technology enables virtual fencing, helping farmers optimize productivity while promoting sustainable farming practices. By enhancing the management of livestock, Halter aims to improve agricultural efficiency and animal welfare, contributing to the overall sustainability of pasture-based farming.

Quantifi Photonics Limited, formerly known as Coherent Solutions Ltd, is a New Zealand-based company that specializes in developing and manufacturing test and measurement solutions for the optical communications market. Incorporated in 2012 and headquartered in Auckland, the company provides a wide range of optical test and measurement equipment essential for the production of fiber optic communication systems, modules, and components. Its product offerings include modular optical test platforms, tunable laser sources, optical-electrical converters, variable optical attenuators, inline and terminating power meters, and polarization controllers. Additionally, Quantifi Photonics delivers coherent communication solutions such as optical modulation analyzers, transmitters, automatic bias controllers, and coherent receiver testers, as well as optical pulse analysis instruments. The company’s innovative solutions cater to both manufacturing and research applications, supporting engineers and researchers in the characterization and testing of optical technologies.

Conscious Consumers Ltd is a New Zealand-based company founded in 2010 that operates an app designed to connect consumers with accredited businesses. The platform facilitates the alignment of consumer spending with personal values by offering an accreditation program and a feature known as the Good Spend Counter, which enables users to track their collective impact on the community. Through these tools, Conscious Consumers provides valuable insights and marketing information to businesses, helping them engage with a socially conscious audience. The company aims to foster a market where consumers can make informed choices that support ethical and sustainable practices.

Melodics Limited is a company based in Auckland, New Zealand, that specializes in developing an application aimed at enhancing users' pad drumming skills. Founded in 2014, Melodics employs adaptive learning techniques and data-driven approaches to provide personalized music education tailored to individual abilities and musical preferences. The application features a diverse range of musical genres, including hip hop, EDM, funk, jazz, and more, allowing users to explore various styles while learning. By focusing on rhythm, timing, and muscle memory, the platform aims to deepen users' understanding of contemporary music patterns and theory. The application is compatible with iPhone and iPad devices, making it accessible for music enthusiasts looking to improve their skills in a fun and engaging manner.

Designer Wardrobe Limited is an online marketplace based in Auckland, New Zealand, founded in 2012 by Donielle Brooke. It began as a Facebook group and has since evolved into a platform where women can buy, sell, and rent pre-loved designer clothing and accessories. The company offers a wide range of items including dresses, tops, footwear, active wear, lingerie, jewelry, eyewear, bags, and more. Designer Wardrobe operates physical stores in Auckland and Christchurch, providing rental services for various fashion items. The platform aims to create an inspiring and easy experience for women seeking high-quality designer pieces without excessive spending or time investment.

Rocket Lab Ltd. is a space company specializing in the design and manufacture of rocket and spacecraft systems for various applications. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand, the company provides a range of technologies, including carbon composite materials, thermal protection products, propulsion systems, and advanced electronic systems used in avionics and communications. Rocket Lab offers end-to-end mission services that ensure frequent and reliable access to space for civil, defense, and commercial clients. Its flagship Electron launch vehicle, operational since January 2018, is known for being one of the most frequently launched U.S. rockets and has successfully placed over 100 satellites into orbit. The company is also developing the Neutron launch vehicle and its Photon satellite platform, which has been selected for key NASA missions to the Moon and Mars. Rocket Lab operates launch sites in New Zealand and Virginia, USA, enhancing its capacity to support various space missions, including those focused on national security and scientific research.

Melodics Limited is a company based in Auckland, New Zealand, that specializes in developing an application aimed at enhancing users' pad drumming skills. Founded in 2014, Melodics employs adaptive learning techniques and data-driven approaches to provide personalized music education tailored to individual abilities and musical preferences. The application features a diverse range of musical genres, including hip hop, EDM, funk, jazz, and more, allowing users to explore various styles while learning. By focusing on rhythm, timing, and muscle memory, the platform aims to deepen users' understanding of contemporary music patterns and theory. The application is compatible with iPhone and iPad devices, making it accessible for music enthusiasts looking to improve their skills in a fun and engaging manner.

Rocket Lab Ltd. is a space company specializing in the design and manufacture of rocket and spacecraft systems for various applications. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand, the company provides a range of technologies, including carbon composite materials, thermal protection products, propulsion systems, and advanced electronic systems used in avionics and communications. Rocket Lab offers end-to-end mission services that ensure frequent and reliable access to space for civil, defense, and commercial clients. Its flagship Electron launch vehicle, operational since January 2018, is known for being one of the most frequently launched U.S. rockets and has successfully placed over 100 satellites into orbit. The company is also developing the Neutron launch vehicle and its Photon satellite platform, which has been selected for key NASA missions to the Moon and Mars. Rocket Lab operates launch sites in New Zealand and Virginia, USA, enhancing its capacity to support various space missions, including those focused on national security and scientific research.

Avertana is a process technology company that converts industrial waste into valuable mineral and chemical raw materials. Its products, including titanium dioxide, alum, gypsum, and epsom salts, serve various industries such as paints, plastics, paper, water purification, construction, agriculture, and consumer goods. Avertana's proprietary platform offers cost-competitive solutions with a significantly lower environmental footprint compared to traditional methods.

Avertana is a process technology company that converts industrial waste into valuable mineral and chemical raw materials. Its products, including titanium dioxide, alum, gypsum, and epsom salts, serve various industries such as paints, plastics, paper, water purification, construction, agriculture, and consumer goods. Avertana's proprietary platform offers cost-competitive solutions with a significantly lower environmental footprint compared to traditional methods.

Unleashed Software Limited specializes in developing inventory management solutions tailored for small, medium, and enterprise markets. The company's flagship product, Unleashed, is an online inventory solution that enables users to create purchase orders, track incoming stock, and manage supplier information. It allows for efficient management of product catalogs in the cloud, provides visibility into stock locations and costs, and facilitates stocktakes. Additionally, Unleashed supports the manufacturing process with features such as bills of materials, production planning, and sales margin reporting. The platform also integrates with other systems and includes a mobile application, the Unleashed Sales App, which provides real-time inventory access. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand, Unleashed Software serves a diverse range of industries, including manufacturing, retail, and food production, with additional offices in the United Kingdom, United States, and Australia. The company also offers training services through webinars and video updates to support its customers.

Spidertracks is a New Zealand-based company that specializes in aircraft tracking, fleet management, and aviation safety services. Founded in 2005 following a tragic helicopter crash, the company was created to provide a more effective and affordable means of locating downed aircraft. By 2007, the first Spider tracking device was introduced, marking the beginning of the brand's expansion. Spidertracks has since sold units in 99 countries, significantly enhancing safety in the aviation community. Their platform utilizes an Iridium channel to offer real-time flight tracking information for light aircraft and helicopters, which can be accessed from any internet-connected device. This innovative approach enables aircraft operators to monitor their fleets efficiently and communicate essential information in real time. The company remains committed to producing all its products in New Zealand.

HydrOxSys Limited, founded in June 2012 and based in Auckland, New Zealand, specializes in the development of advanced membrane technology for water extraction. The company focuses on creating durable membranes that can efficiently extract water from polluted sources, particularly in remote and harsh environments. HydrOxSys's membranes are designed to exclude harmful substances such as pharmaceuticals, pesticides, and endocrine disruptors, while maintaining a high water flux output. The increasing demand for innovative and scalable water purification solutions drives the company's mission to provide effective technologies that address the needs of global businesses and local governments facing challenging industrial process streams.

Dotterel Technologies develops noise reduction solutions for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), serving sectors such as agriculture and cinematography. Founded in Auckland, New Zealand in 2015, the company offers passive noise reduction technology and active noise filtering.

Upstock Limited, established in 2014 and headquartered in Wellington, New Zealand, specializes in developing online order management software tailored for the hospitality industry. The company offers an intuitive app designed to streamline wholesale ordering processes between buyers and suppliers, enhancing efficiency within the sector.

PowerON Ltd., established in 2019 with headquarters in Auckland, New Zealand, and a facility in Dresden, Germany, specializes in the production of innovative electromechanical and semiconductor devices using proprietary dielectric elastomer switch technology. The company offers customizable, soft, and flexible switches, actuators, logic devices, sensors, and signal processors, catering to industries such as soft robotics, human-machine interfaces, and automation. PowerON's products are notable for their competitive advantages in size, weight, and resistance to harsh environmental conditions.

Upstock Limited, established in 2014 and headquartered in Wellington, New Zealand, specializes in developing online order management software tailored for the hospitality industry. The company offers an intuitive app designed to streamline wholesale ordering processes between buyers and suppliers, enhancing efficiency within the sector.

Avertana is a process technology company that converts industrial waste into valuable mineral and chemical raw materials. Its products, including titanium dioxide, alum, gypsum, and epsom salts, serve various industries such as paints, plastics, paper, water purification, construction, agriculture, and consumer goods. Avertana's proprietary platform offers cost-competitive solutions with a significantly lower environmental footprint compared to traditional methods.

1Above Limited is a beverage company based in Auckland, New Zealand, founded in 2010. It specializes in functional drinks designed to combat health risks associated with flying, such as jet lag and dehydration. The company's products, available at airports in New Zealand and Australia, and internationally via its online store, contain electrolytes, polyphenol extracts, and vitamins to help customers recover from jetlag and hangovers, reducing symptoms like dizziness and fatigue.

HydrOxSys Limited, founded in June 2012 and based in Auckland, New Zealand, specializes in the development of advanced membrane technology for water extraction. The company focuses on creating durable membranes that can efficiently extract water from polluted sources, particularly in remote and harsh environments. HydrOxSys's membranes are designed to exclude harmful substances such as pharmaceuticals, pesticides, and endocrine disruptors, while maintaining a high water flux output. The increasing demand for innovative and scalable water purification solutions drives the company's mission to provide effective technologies that address the needs of global businesses and local governments facing challenging industrial process streams.

Weirdly develops recruitment software that uses customizable quizzes to rank candidates based on their cultural fit. Its platform enables HR managers to efficiently screen applicants, reducing the risk of poor hiring decisions.

Montoux offers cloud-based actuarial automation and decision science technology for life and health insurers. Its platform automates routine actuarial tasks in pricing, enabling actuaries to shift from day-to-day model maintenance to strategic analysis and growth-led insights. It provides detailed and segmented analysis of key pricing metrics for product and pricing teams, supports scenario testing and sensitivity analysis, and uses actuarial science, data science, and AI-based optimization to improve pricing performance and decision quality. By freeing up resources, the platform helps insurers drive value in new business and in-force portfolios, while offering scalable, data-driven pricing workflows. The company is based in Wellington, New Zealand, and was established in 2012.