Callaghan Innovation is being disestablished as part of the Government’s wider science, innovation and technology system reforms, announced in January 2025. Our operations will continue to wind down over the coming months, with the organisation scheduled to fully wrap up in 2026. The transfer of a number of our products and services to the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) has now been completed. Other products and services will remain available and supported by Callaghan Innovation while we prepare them for transfer to the new Public Research Organisations (PROs).
Products and services still available and supported
Below, you’ll find the products and services that have already transferred to MBIE, as well as those that remain available and are in the process of moving to one of the four newly established PROs.
This page will continue to provide the most accurate and up-to-date information throughout the transition. We recommend checking back regularly for updates or if you have questions about the status of specific products and services.
In the meantime, our teams are here to support you.
Transferred to MBIE
The products and services listed below have now transferred to the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE). You’ll continue working with the same teams and accessing the same products – they’re just now delivered from within MBIE.
The links below will take you to the MBIE webpages for each product or service, where you’ll find updated information, guidance and contact details. Your existing points of contact remain the same, and you can continue to reach them through the usual channels.
Transferring to the New Zealand Institute for Advanced Technology (NZIAT)
NZIAT is a new PRO focused on commercialising advanced technologies like AI, quantum computing, and synthetic biology.
Transferring to the New Zealand Bioeconomy Science Institute
A new PRO focused on research and innovation in the biological and primary sectors.
Transferring to the New Zealand Institute for Earth Science
This new PRO will be formed by merging NIWA and GNS Science, with a focus on earth systems and the environment.
Transferring to the New Zealand Institute for Public Health and Forensic Science
Currently no Callaghan Innovation functions are transferring to this PRO.
Frequently asked questions
No. If you’re using one of the services listed above, there’s nothing you need to do. You can continue working with our teams as usual. If anything changes that affects you directly, we’ll be in touch.
Yes. If the service is listed above, it’s still operating and accepting applications or enquiries. You can continue to apply or engage with our teams as you normally would.
We’ll provide updates as transition dates are confirmed. If you’re directly affected, we’ll contact you to let you know what’s changing and when.
We’ve retired a number of products and services, and the ones listed above are the ones confirmed to continue and transfer to a new organisation. If you’re unsure about the status of a specific service, feel free to contact us and we’ll point you in the right direction.
At this stage, no additional services are expected to be retired. The products and services listed above are the ones continuing and confirmed to transfer. If anything changes, we’ll keep customers informed.