Wellington, New Zealand: innovation profile

Wellington is number 661 in the 311 Innovation Cities Index, with an innovation score of 7. It is home to 7 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

Carter Observatory, Ferrier Research Institute, Gillies McIndoe Research Institute, Government of New Zealand, Medical Research Institute of New Zealand, Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment, Victoria University of Wellington.