CORE Innovation Hub
AcceleratorAdelaide · Seed–Series A · 1 people tracked
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Investment thesis
CORE Innovation Hub focuses on building a national technology scale-up ecosystem for the energy and resources sectors. It designs, activates and constructs innovation infrastructure across Australia—test beds, hubs and collaborative precincts—that connect industry, startups and government. Its aim is to de-risk, scale and accelerate critical technologies that drive national innovation and economic development, positioning innovation ecosystems and purpose-built infrastructure as complementary drivers of Australia's innovation future.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
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What they invest in
from 1 of 4 portfolio companiesAgTech ×1AI & Machine Learning ×1Data & Infrastructure ×1Deep Tech ×1SaaS ×1
HQs:Australia×1
Portfolio companies · 4 tracked
alumni founders can tell you what the program is really likeDatarock develops machine learning solutions that transform mining data—including downhole, airborne, and satellite datasets—into geoscientific insights to support exploration and mining operations across the value chain.
AgTechAI & Machine LearningData & InfrastructureDeep TechSaaS
EcoHoist electrically driven bucket-elevator system for moving ore from underground mines, replacing diesel haulage.
Circular battery lifecycle management with a 4R (Repair, Refurbish, Repurpose, Recycle) system for lithium-ion battery waste in mining.
Retrofits regenerative braking systems into existing mining and heavy machinery to recover energy and cut diesel use and emissions.
Portfolio news
latest coverage across their companiesDatarock · investing.com · Aug 17, 2026
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does CORE Innovation Hub invest at?
- CORE Innovation Hub invests at the Seed, Series A stages.
- What sectors does CORE Innovation Hub focus on?
- CORE Innovation Hub focuses on Advanced Manufacturing, Cleantech, Climate Tech, Deep Tech, Energy, Impact & Social Good, Robotics.
- Where is CORE Innovation Hub located?
- CORE Innovation Hub is headquartered in Adelaide, AU.
Media · Podcasts & interviews
from their channel2024 Hot 30 Awards | Meet the Winners | CORE Innovation Hub
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Rail Collaboration Centre Launch
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2023 Hot 30 Awards - See the full list
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CORE Tech Talk Tuesdays: Women in Mining Panel
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CORE Innovation Hub Hot 30 Awards National Ceremony
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