Ōtautahi Christchurch is a City of Opportunity
New Zealand is ranked first in the world for ease of doing business. Christchurch is the country’s newest and second-largest city, and has been re-built with the future of business in mind.
Innovation Ecosystem
We’re not afraid of taking risks or exploring new opportunities.
Christchurch is a strong innovation centre offering world class incubator and accelerator programmes to help businesses start and grow.
Our natural and regulatory environments provide the perfect testing ground for new ideas, while our compact city is affordable, accessible, and easy to navigate.
Connectivity
Voted the country’s friendliest city, we welcome newcomers with open arms.
Established and emerging New Zealand and international businesses contribute to our diverse and resilient economy.
Nearby air and seaports take our ideas and people to the world, and active industry networks make it easy to meet like-minded people. Our innovation precinct, health precinct and agri-tech hub all offer modern working environments and opportunities for collaboration.
We have some of the most cost-effective commercial space in the country.
A City with Talent
We have a depth of talent across multiple industries including professional services, tech, manufacturing, and engineering.
Our world-class universities work with industry to grow future-focused, work-ready graduates; while the city’s affordability and unbeatable lifestyle - easy commutes and access to mountains and beaches - attract the best in field.
A City with a Future - Supernodes
Our city knows a thing or two about resilience and how to offer a supportive, progressive environment that helps businesses flourish and grow.
Industry, tertiaries, iwi and government are all working together to create a prosperous future for Canterbury. We are capitalizing on existing strengths and global opportunity to develop four mega-clusters called Supernodes: Aerospace and Future Transport, Food, Fibre and Agritech, Health-tech and Resilient Communities, and Hi-Tech services.
Join us. We can help you make the move.
Explore the Opportunity
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How we can HelpOur business attraction team can advise and support at each stage of your move to Christchurch. -
Start Your BusinessŌtautahi Christchurch is the ideal place for start-ups, innovators and entrepreneurs. Find out more about how we can help you make your business a reality. -
Investing in ChristchurchOur economy benefits from focusing capital and foreign direct investment into innovation, infrastructure, and establishing new businesses in Christchurch. -
Economic InsightsChristchurchNZ is an authoritative city voice for economic development, insight, and analysis. Through regular publications and live monitoring of the Christchurch and Canterbury economy, ChristchurchNZ provides guidance and direction to ensure sustained prosperity for those that call this place home.
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Grow Your BusinessYou’ve proven the idea and you’re ready to stretch. Whether you're a successful start up, a more established SME, or looking to expand and relocate, Christchurch has all the resources and support you need to take the next leap. -
LiveHaere Mai. Ōtautahi Christchurch offers unrivalled access to employment opportunities, natural landscapes and urban exploration. This is a city of opportunity for all those that choose to call it home. -
Moving to Christchurch & New ZealandInformation about Moving to Christchurch & New Zealand -
Grow Your CareerIt’s time we talked about a modern-day promised land. It’s time for jobs in growing industries, a basecamp for exploration and adventure and an attainable housing market. It’s time to explore wide open spaces amid a bustling urban centre. It’s time to fulfill career aspirations and get your time back. It’s time.
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Success Stories
See how our local businesses have thrived in Ōtautahi Christchurch, or read more here.
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Zincovery
Mucking In
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NZ Yarn
Unlocking the Potential of Hemp
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RedSeed
A training platform aimed at retailers goes from strength to strength
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Being a High-Growth Global Software Company
Seequent is Always on the Lookout for New Talent – Including Here in Christchurch
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Brush Technology and Hivemind
World-first monitoring system a boon for beekeepers
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Canterbury History of Innovation Series
Canterbury innovators have left their mark on the region, the country, and the rest of the world
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Mutu
Access Over Ownership, New Rental App Developed in Christchurch
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JIX Reality
Embracing the Latest Technology Advancements to Create Digital Experiences
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Cactus Outdoor
Cactus Has a Vision to Revitalise the Local Apparel Sector
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Michelle Sharp
Making a Bigger and Better Impact
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Fush
Manaakitanga at the country’s classiest fish and chip joint
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Invert Robotics
Why Invert Robotics was Launched in Christchurch
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Emma Eden
Christchurch Strikes the Right Chord for Musician
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Webtools
Christchurch is the Perfect Place to Take Risks
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Media Suite
Came to Christchurch for the talent — but the lifestyle is pretty good, too!
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ANZ
Other big corporates should follow ANZ’s lead and take the ‘leap of faith’.
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Not Another Studio
Exploring the unrivalled lifestyle in Christchurch
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Smudge
A Little Goes a Long Way
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Seequent
Ground-Breaking Software
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Adaptdefy
The Starting Point for Expeditions
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The Multi-Potentialite
Fulfilling Multiple Career Aspirations in Christchurch
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Grater Goods
Creating A New Legacy
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Banqer
The Christchurch Company Exploring Financial Literacy
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Barrett Hocking
Christchurch Lures Black Seeds Talent South
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Credit: Virtual Medical CoachingVirtual Medical Coaching
A better, more immersive way for students to learn
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oVRcome
A Christchurch start-up has developed a virtual reality form of exposure therapy to address phobias and social anxiety
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