A stand-alone Crown Entity created through the merger of innovation roles across a number of government sectors, Callaghan Innovation aims to help businesses be more innovative and derive greater returns on that innovation. It will also continue to operate its extensive science, engineering and technology laboratories and specialist equipment that were transferred to it from the likes of Industrial Research Limited.
By investing in and supporting events, forums, networks and related publications, as well as education based internships and scholarships it seeks to nurture an appetite for and appreciation of innovation. Another initiative to strengthen innovation capability is the exchange of staff with businesses.
Callaghan Innovation’s services and funding options are available to businesses regardless of their size, provided they have the aspiration and ability to be globally competitive through R & D. As a sign of its innovation its 0800 number (0800 4CALLAGHAN – 0800 422552) connects directly with a human.
Along with the expertise of its staff, Callaghan Innovation will also utilize its laboratories and specialist equipment to assist businesses in developing sophisticated products.
