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Ara Ake

Ara Ake

New Zealandaraake.co.nz

Overview

Ara Ake is New Zealand's government-funded future energy centre, established to accelerate the demonstration, commercialisation, and deployment of clean energy innovations and emerging technologies. It acts as a catalyst for change by collaborating with and supporting innovators, industry, and government to advance New Zealand's transition to a sustainable, low-emissions energy future. The entity provides support through grants, facilitating connections with global stakeholders, and managing projects.

Portfolio Companies

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Investments

Ara Ake investments
CompanyDateStageLead
CetogenixJan 2026DebtCo-investor
Stralis AircraftMar 2025GrantLead

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SeedSeries ASeries BGrowth

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Firmographic Details

HeadquartersNew Zealand
Year FoundedN/A

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