Share registry, shareholder management, analytics, and fund administration services provider Link Group has announced a partnership with not-for-profit Sydney-based fintech hub, Stone & Chalk.

Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) listed company Link Group is partnering with leading Australasian fintech hub, Stone & Chalk, gaining access to the 90 start-ups under the wing of the hub.

Link Group information, digital and data services chief executive, Paul Gardiner, said the partnership would provide the company with greater access to fintech start-ups and broaden opportunities for collaboration and shared experiences.

“Link is committed to exploring new innovations and we look forward to working with start-ups at the cutting edge of technology,” he said.

“We are confident we will develop creative, market-leading solutions that will drive efficiencies for our clients.”

Commenting on the announcement, Stone & Chalk chief executive, Alex Scandurra, said: “Our partnership with Link Group will open up a whole new area of opportunity for commercial exploration and collaboration for our fintech start-ups and broader fintech community.”

“As the centre of gravity for fintech in Australia, we pride ourselves on partnering with industry leaders in finance and technology.”

Stone & Chalk counts HSBC Bank, KPMG, Westpac and Macquarie Bank in its portfolio, as well as Suncorp Bank, AMP, and the New South Wales (NSW) Department of Industry.