Invest in New Zealand’s future

AIP approved venture funds

At 2040 Ventures, we manage two of New Zealand’s leading venture capital funds – Punakaiki Fund and the Climate Venture Capital Fund Series. Both Punakaiki Fund and CVCF 2 are approved under the Active Investor Plus Visa Growth category. As one of New Zealand’s leading venture capital fund managers, we give investors access to a portfolio of high-growth technology and climate innovation companies. These world-class technology and climate solutions are helping shape the country’s future.

Proven performance

2040 Ventures provides a trusted gateway for international investors to participate in New Zealand’s innovation economy. Our track record includes backing iconic Kiwi tech companies such as Vend, Timely, Quantifi Photonics and Moxion. Now, we’re helping build the success stories of tomorrow.

Nadine Hill - 2040 Ventures
Our venture funds

New Zealand offers global investors a stable, transparent, and innovation-driven market with world-class tech and climate opportunities. Through Punakaiki Fund and Climate Venture Capital Fund Series, we offer you direct access to professionally managed venture-capital fund opportunities.

Punakaiki Fund

  • An evergreen venture-capital fund investing in revenue-generating New Zealand technology and SaaS companies.
  • Assets under management exceed NZ$110 million (as of September 2025).
  • Designed to deliver strong long-term returns to investors.
  • Approved as an Acceptable Managed Fund for the AIP Visa programme.

Climate Venture Capital Fund Series

  • New Zealand’s specialist climate tech venture capital fund, focused on companies that reduce greenhouse-gas emissions.
  • All investments are independently verified by a Climate Impact Committee.
  • Offers exclusive co-investment opportunities and access to follow-on rounds.
  • Approved as an Acceptable Managed Fund for the AIP Visa programme (CVCF 2).

Benefits to AIP investors

With two trusted funds, you can invest across two complementary strategies - technology and climate - to diversify both your risk and potential return. Our transparency and detailed reporting provides you with regular updates, along with detailed investment reports and insights.

Nadine Hill - 2040 Ventures
Speak to our investment team

If you’re an investor seeking access to opportunities in New Zealand’s high-growth technology and climate sectors, connect with our team now.