ASSOCIATIONS
Adecal Technopole
The New Caledonia Economic Development Agency was set up in late 2011 to respond to a demand widely shared by the public authorities, tertiary education, researchers and the corporate world to use innovation as a leverage for economic development and diversification.
Agence Calédonienne de l’Énergie (ACE)
Government Owned
Its role is to implement the energy transition scheme set out by the government and to contribute to the development of the electrical system, to promote the rational use of energy and the development of renewable energies.
Agence Française de Développement (AFD)
The French Development Agency finances a wide range of projects in New Caledonia reaching 1.3 Billion euros. They support local authorities, the private sector, the emergence of sustainable cities, extend healthcare provisions and strengthen regional integration.
Association des Entrepreneurs Kanak (AEK)
The Kanak Entrepreneurs Association goal is to unite Kanak entrepreneurs in the 3 provinces and defend their economic interests while integrating Kanak thinking into the way they manage their economic structure.
www.umameksblog.com
Association Initiative Nouvelle-Calédonie
Initiative NC are part of the Initiative France network and promote entrepreneurship.
Caledoclean
Created in 2012, Caledoclean is a local association looking to promote eco-citizenship.
www.facebook.com/pg/Caledoclean/about
Conseil Économique, Social et Environnemental de la Nouvelle-Calédonie (CESE)
Government Owned
4th institution of New Caledonia, the economic, social and environmental council (CESE) gives opinions and formulates proposals to political decision makers on a wide range of subjects (Economic, Social, Cultural and Environmental).
The Pacific Community
The Pacific Community works for the well-being of Pacific people through the effective and innovative application of science and knowledge, guided by a deep understanding of Pacific Island contexts and cultures. This community works all over the Pacific but its headquarters are in Nouméa, New Caledonia.
www.spc.int
Confédération des Petites et Moyennes Entreprises de Nouvelle-Calédonie (CPME-NC)
The Inter-Professional, Private and Independent Employers' Organization defends the collective and individual interests of SMEs.
Fédération Calédonienne du BTP (FCBTP)
The Caledonian Federation of Public Works represent construction companies at an institutional level.
Fédération des Industries de Nouvelle-Calédonie (FINC)
The Federation of New Caledonia Industries is a professional trade union organization bringing together local production companies (whether artisanal or industrial) from all types of sectors.
L’Institut d’Émission d’Outre-Mer (IEOM)
The Overseas Issuing Institute (IEOM) acts as a central bank in communities whose currency is the Pacific franc: New Caledonia, French Polynesia and Wallis and Futuna.
Institut de la Statistique et des Études Économiques (ISEE)
The Institute for Statistics of Economic Studies main task is to collect and process all necessary statistical information: censuses, quantitative surveys of households and businesses, production of indices, management of administrative registers etc.
Mouvement des Entreprises de France Nouvelle Calédonie (MEDEF)
MEDEF New Caledonia is a professional network serving businesses and the entrepreneurial spirit. Defender and promoter of companies of all sizes and from all sectors of activity, more than 90% of its members are SMEs and very small businesses.
L'Institut de Recherche pour le Développement (IRD)
Research Institute for Development is a French research organization. The Nouméa IRD Center is the Institute’s main location in French overseas territories. The research particularly targets themes linked to insularity in the face of global change: environment, resources, societies and health.
CHAMBERS & CLUSTERS
Chambre d’Agriculture de NC
Public Company
The Chamber of Agriculture is an assembly of 35 elected farmers and agricultural workers representing agriculture in New Caledonia, they provide an interface with the public authorities, offer a wide range of services to farmers and act as an intermediary between agricultural organizations.
Chambre de Commerce et d'Industrie (CCI)
Public Company
The Chamber of Commerce and Industry is driving force behind economic development in New Caledonia. The CCI represents the trade, industry and service sectors.
Chambre de Métiers et de l’Artisanat (CMA)
Public Company
The Chamber of Trades and Crafts role is to represent artisans and defend the general interests of the trade sector, support the development of craft businesses, train young people through apprenticeship and improve professionals skills through education.
Cluster Eco Construction
The Eco Construction Cluster was created in 2017, it brings together companies working for the promotion and development of Caledonian eco-construction.
www.eco-construction.nc
Cluster Maritime Nouvelle-Calédonie
The maritime cluster was founded in 2014, it is part of the network of overseas maritime clusters. It brings together companies working in the sea industry and supports them in their development.
New Caledonia Trade and Invest (NCT&I)
NCT&I cluster was created in March 2015 and is a private association dedicated to supporting New Caledonian companies in their development of international export.
Organisation des Professionnels de l'Economie Numérique Nouvelle-Calédonie (OPEN-NC)
The Organization of New Caledonia Digital Economy Professionals brings together companies from the digital space in order to achieve sustainable growth in this sector.
Synergie
Synergie is a non-profit association that brings together the main companies involved in energy management and efficiency, renewables energies, eco-mobility and solar thermal energy.