Honolulu, United States: innovation profile

Honolulu is number 419 in the 311 Innovation Cities Index, with an innovation score of 11. It is home to 3 R&D labs, 2 investors and 2 of the world's largest companies in the 311 Institute directories.

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

Largest companies

• Matson, Inc. (#1645)
• Hawaiian Electric Industries (#1743)

Investors

• Blacksand Capital
• Mana Up

R&D labs

East–West Center, NOAA National Marine Fisheries Service, University of Hawaii System.