WNT Ventures

We apply state of the art Artificial Intelligence to a mix of satellite and aerial imagery from the last 40 years, together with climate data, topographic data, soil data etc which lets us provide unparalleled accuracy in carbon forestry applications for your land

Periomedic is developing a miniaturised device that uses ultrasound and elastography to recognise the presence of gum disease (periodontitis) in patients around teeth and dental implants.

Periomedic is developing a miniaturised device that uses ultrasound and elastography to recognise the presence of gum disease (periodontitis) in patients around teeth and dental implants.

We apply state of the art Artificial Intelligence to a mix of satellite and aerial imagery from the last 40 years, together with climate data, topographic data, soil data etc which lets us provide unparalleled accuracy in carbon forestry applications for your land

OPUM Technologies Limited, founded in 2016 and based in Auckland, New Zealand, specializes in developing an automated care platform for sports injuries. The company offers a product called Digital Knee, a smart knee brace designed to provide objective measurements of knee health over time. This innovative platform enables collaboration among care providers, such as surgeons and physiotherapists, facilitating the development of personalized patient care plans. By delivering accurate longitudinal data from the point of injury to the return to sport, OPUM Technologies aims to enhance recovery processes and improve patient outcomes.

Sortify.tm Limited develops artificial intelligence and natural language processing based trademark goods and services software for trademark attorneys. It offers fully-automated assisted trademark filing portal that allows trademark owners to enjoy real time assisted trademark filing. The company was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand.

Farrago Limited, founded in 2018 and based in Wellington, New Zealand, specializes in developing an artificial intelligence platform that utilizes machine-learning algorithms to enhance data management. The platform is designed to identify and eliminate duplicate records from databases, thereby improving data quality and accuracy. Additionally, Farrago’s automated machine learning capabilities enable users to analyze data efficiently and construct precise predictive models, facilitating informed decision-making for stakeholders. By addressing complex data challenges, Farrago aims to enhance productivity and effectiveness in business operations.

OPUM Technologies Limited, founded in 2016 and based in Auckland, New Zealand, specializes in developing an automated care platform for sports injuries. The company offers a product called Digital Knee, a smart knee brace designed to provide objective measurements of knee health over time. This innovative platform enables collaboration among care providers, such as surgeons and physiotherapists, facilitating the development of personalized patient care plans. By delivering accurate longitudinal data from the point of injury to the return to sport, OPUM Technologies aims to enhance recovery processes and improve patient outcomes.

Marama Labs Limited develops and markets instrument that allow users to identify and measures characteristics of turbid (cloudy) samples by using spectral properties of light. The technology removes the requirement of several pre-testing processing and filtering steps. Marama Labs Limited was founded in 2019 and is based in Wellington, New Zealand.

Proprietary TDRI technology being commercialised out of Lincoln Agritech, New Zealand

Every year, each large retailer & CPG needs to make billions of dollars of granular category management, merchandising, and supply chain decisions. Insite AI is a cutting edge machine learning company that enables them to make these decisions in advance, holistically, with confidence towards the utmost financial impact. We provide an AI-decision engine. This technology layer easily integrates to supercharge a retailer or CPG's workflow.

Ficomms Limited is a company based in Auckland, New Zealand, that specializes in designing and supplying technology aimed at enhancing the installation and operation of Fibre to the Home networks. Established in 2010, Ficomms develops handtools that facilitate faster and more efficient fibre installation while also addressing network issues. The company is involved in telecommunications robotics, focusing on innovative solutions to streamline processes in the telecommunications sector.

Wearable technology for livestock

Avertana Limited is a New Zealand-based company that specializes in transforming industrial waste into valuable mineral and chemical raw materials through innovative processes. Founded in 2012 and located in Auckland, Avertana produces a range of products, including titanium dioxide for various applications such as paints, plastics, and paper, as well as alum for water purification, gypsum for construction and soil conditioning, and Epsom salts for fertilizers and consumer goods. The company's proprietary technology offers a cost-effective alternative to traditional methods while significantly reducing environmental impact. By focusing on sustainability, Avertana supports various sectors, including industrial, agricultural, municipal water, and chemical processing, helping them create more sustainable supply chains and minimize their ecological footprints.

Mint Innovation Limited, established in 2016 and located in Auckland, New Zealand, specializes in metal recovery from electronic waste, mining residues, and toxic metal waste. The company focuses on developing bio-metallurgical processes that utilize microbes to extract valuable metals from waste streams, thereby reducing environmental impact. With a team well-versed in chemistry and biotechnology, Mint Innovation is advancing its technology within its Auckland facilities to showcase the commercial viability of its innovative metal recovery methods.

Nyriad Limited is a technology company that specializes in advanced storage solutions tailored for big data and high-performance computing. Established in 2015 and based in Cambridge, New Zealand, Nyriad develops innovative products such as NSULATE, an ultra-fast erasure coding solution; NPAC, which offers parallel accelerated compression for real-time storage and network traffic; and NAPPA, a framework that integrates various compression and encoding codecs into server and client applications. The company’s compression technology platform leverages graphics processing units (GPUs) to deliver resilient data storage, addressing the scale, security, efficiency, and performance requirements of demanding IT projects. Nyriad's offerings support both storage and computing performance, catering to the needs of systems integrators and organizations engaged in high-performance data-driven initiatives.

Mastaplex Ltd specializes in point-of-care diagnostic testing for mastitis in dairy cows, offering innovative solutions to enhance disease management and milk quality. The company's key products include Mastatest, a cartridge that detects mastitis through color change, and Lapbox, an on-farm device that transmits data to cloud-based analysis software. These offerings assist farmers and veterinarians in making informed antibiotic treatment decisions, thereby contributing to the fight against antimicrobial resistance. Founded in 2013 and based in Dunedin, New Zealand, Mastaplex aims to become a leading player in its field. The company was incubated in 2015 with support from WNT Ventures and Callaghan Innovation, alongside seed funding from Pacific Channel, to foster innovation and expand its global presence.

SoundSwitch offers innovative software-hardware solutions for DJs globally, allowing them to enhance their live performances through synchronized lighting. The company's system integrates seamlessly with DJ software and digital multiplex lighting, enabling DJs and video jockeys (VJs) to control DMX lighting in real-time alongside their audio. By providing an interface between popular DJ software and lighting systems, SoundSwitch empowers users to achieve greater creative control and elevate their performances across various venues. The products are available for purchase online, catering to the needs of modern DJs looking to enhance their live shows.