On 1 July 2025, NIWA merged with GNS Science to become Earth Sciences New Zealand.

Applied Science Excellence Award runner-up - Graeme Inglis, 2012

Applied Science Excellence Award runner-up: Graeme Inglis, Programme Leader, Marine Biosecurity, Christchurch. Graeme was was runner up in this category for his expertise in biosecurity, especially marine biosecurity, and the value of that expertise to NIWA customers. Credit: Dave Allen, NIWA