Auckland, New Zealand: innovation profile

Auckland is number 397 in the 311 Innovation Cities Index, with an innovation score of 12. It is home to 12 R&D labs in the 311 Institute directories.

Part of the 311 Innovation Cities Index (311institute.com). Last updated 7 October 2026.

R&D labs

Bioeconomy Science Institute, Brain Research New Zealand, Farm Cove Observatory, Fisher & Paykel Healthcare, Health Research Council of New Zealand, Kumeu Observatory, New Zealand Defence Force, New Zealand government, Stardome Observatory, Te Pūnaha Matatini, Universities in New Zealand, University of Auckland.