SoftBank Group

SoftBank Group is a multinational telecommunications and internet corporation based in Japan. It operates through four segments: mobile communications, Sprint, fixed-line telecommunications, and internet. The company provides a wide range of services, including mobile and fixed-line voice and data transmission services, broadband services, internet advertising, e-commerce, and digital television. SoftBank Group also invests in various technologies through its venture capital arms, such as SoftBank Investment Advisers and SoftBank Vision Fund, focusing on areas like artificial intelligence, robotics, and the Internet of Things. One of its notable subsidiaries, SoftBank Robotics, designs and manufactures humanoid robots for various applications, including education, healthcare, and business.

Karim Abouzahr

Director, SoftBank Europe Ventures

Praveen Akkiraju

Managing Partner, Americas, Asia

Kristin Bannon

Investment Director, SoftBank Investment Advisers

Jonathan Bullock

COO and Managing Director

John Cassidy

Investment Director, Life Sciences and HealthTech

Tom Cheung

Partner, Americas

Rodrigo Costa

Partner

Serena Dayal

Partner, Americas

Angela Du

Partner, Americas

Colin Fan

Managing Partner, SoftBank Investment Advisers

Ted Fike

Director, Americas

Ronald Fisher

Vice Chairman

Navneet Govil

Managing Partner, CFO

Ayush Jain

Investment Vice President

Lydia Jett

Partner

Sumer Juneja

Managing Partner and Head of EMEA and India Investing

Robert Kaplan

Investment Director

Chris Lee

Partner, Asia

Anna Lo

Director, Americas

Amit Lubovsky

Investor

Jimi Macdonald

Director

Kentaro Matsui

Managing Partner, Asia

Ken Miyauchi

Representative Director and Senior Executive Vice President

Greg Moon

Executive Managing Partner

Akshay Naheta

Partner, EMEA

Gowri Narayanan

Partner, FinTech

Karol Niewiadomski

Partner

Shu Nyatta

Managing Partner

Max Ohrstrand

Partner, EMEA

Vikas Parekh

Managing Partner, Americas

Ben Parton

Director of Deals and Transactions

Yanni Pipilis

Managing Partner

Narendra Rathi

Director, Asia

Brett Rochkind

Managing Partner

Masayoshi Son

Founder

Ram Trichur

Partner

Ervin Tu

Partner, Americas

Aaron Wong

Vice President

Kenichi Yoshida

Chief Business Officer and Executive Vice President

Linda Yu

Vice President, Vision Fund

Andrew Zloto

Investment Director

Tim Yap

Director, EMEA

Past deals in Industrial Automation

1NCE

Venture Round in 2025
1NCE GmbH is a provider of Internet data connectivity services, specializing in narrowband and low bandwidth connections for business-to-business applications. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Cologne, Germany, the company offers a unique IoT Flat Rate plan that provides reliable cellular connectivity and software services in 140 countries worldwide. This plan allows for a one-off payment of $10 for a decade of service, making it an affordable option for various IoT applications, including smart utilities, asset tracking, and vehicle telematics. 1NCE's offerings include multimode-support SIM cards that facilitate mobile communication between devices, ensuring global network coverage and scalable solutions for its clients. With a workforce of around 200 employees, the company also maintains offices in several international locations including Amsterdam, Hamburg, and Miami.

Stack AV

Venture Round in 2023
Stack AV is a transportation technology company that designs and manufactures autonomous truck systems. Leveraging advanced AI, robotics, machine learning, and cloud technologies, Stack AV develops innovative solutions to enhance safety and efficiency in the trucking industry.

Symbotic

Post in 2022
Symbotic is an automation technology company that specializes in integrated supply network automation solutions for warehouses and distribution centers. The company develops proprietary robotics and software designed to enhance operational efficiency and streamline supply chain processes. By automating the handling of pallets and cases, Symbotic significantly improves the speed and profitability of supply chain operations for manufacturers, distributors, and retailers. Operating primarily in the United States and Canada, Symbotic's innovative, end-to-end technology solutions cater to large retail and wholesale companies, positioning the firm as a leader in supply chain automation.

1NCE

Venture Round in 2022
1NCE GmbH is a provider of Internet data connectivity services, specializing in narrowband and low bandwidth connections for business-to-business applications. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Cologne, Germany, the company offers a unique IoT Flat Rate plan that provides reliable cellular connectivity and software services in 140 countries worldwide. This plan allows for a one-off payment of $10 for a decade of service, making it an affordable option for various IoT applications, including smart utilities, asset tracking, and vehicle telematics. 1NCE's offerings include multimode-support SIM cards that facilitate mobile communication between devices, ensuring global network coverage and scalable solutions for its clients. With a workforce of around 200 employees, the company also maintains offices in several international locations including Amsterdam, Hamburg, and Miami.

RightHand Robotics

Series C in 2022
RightHand Robotics, Inc. specializes in the manufacturing of robotic order-picking systems designed to enhance supply chain logistics and order fulfillment across various industries, including e-commerce, food handling, and flexible manufacturing. Founded in 2015, the company is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with an additional office in Frankfurt, Germany. RightHand Robotics offers innovative solutions like the ReFlex SF, which features a 3D-printed palm equipped with advanced servos and compliant fingers, and the ReFlex TakkTile, a tactile sensor that aids in gentle object handling. Their technology enables robots to automatically grasp a wide range of items from bins and cases without the need for extensive data entry or parameter tuning, making their systems cost-effective and adaptable to changing business needs.

Claroty

Series E in 2021
Claroty Ltd. is an industrial cybersecurity company based in New York, established in 2014. It specializes in operational technology (OT) security, providing a platform that helps organizations protect and optimize their OT, IoT, and IIoT assets. Claroty's services focus on discovering critical data within industrial networks, including industrial control systems and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems. The company's platform integrates seamlessly with existing infrastructure to deliver comprehensive cybersecurity controls, including visibility, threat detection, risk and vulnerability management, and secure remote access. This approach enables organizations to enhance the safety and reliability of their assets and networks while minimizing downtime and improving operational efficiency.

1NCE

Funding Round in 2021
1NCE GmbH is a provider of Internet data connectivity services, specializing in narrowband and low bandwidth connections for business-to-business applications. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Cologne, Germany, the company offers a unique IoT Flat Rate plan that provides reliable cellular connectivity and software services in 140 countries worldwide. This plan allows for a one-off payment of $10 for a decade of service, making it an affordable option for various IoT applications, including smart utilities, asset tracking, and vehicle telematics. 1NCE's offerings include multimode-support SIM cards that facilitate mobile communication between devices, ensuring global network coverage and scalable solutions for its clients. With a workforce of around 200 employees, the company also maintains offices in several international locations including Amsterdam, Hamburg, and Miami.

Agile Robots

Series C in 2021
Agile Robots AG is a German company, founded in 2018 and headquartered in Gilching, with an additional office in Beijing, China. The company specializes in developing advanced robotic solutions that integrate artificial intelligence to enhance manufacturing, medical assistance, and service robotics. Its core offerings include a lightweight robotic arm featuring seven degrees of freedom and a general-purpose robot controller, designed for versatility in various applications. Agile Robots also provides a sophisticated robot vision system and scalable robotics optimized for seamless integration of perception, intelligence, and actuation. These systems are equipped with ultra-sensitive joint torque sensors, enabling them to detect and respond to interactions with human users and their environments, effectively bridging the gap between artificial intelligence and the physical world.

NetraDyne

Series C in 2021
Netradyne Inc. is a technology company specializing in artificial intelligence-based fleet management solutions. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Diego, California, with an additional office in Bengaluru, India, Netradyne focuses on enhancing fleet safety through advanced computer vision and data analysis. Its offerings include VisionPRO, an integrated vision safety system that utilizes multiple camera angles to monitor driving events, and Driveri, a platform that emphasizes recognizing and rewarding positive driver performance. By processing visual and sensory inputs across various industries, including automotive, agriculture, and construction, Netradyne aims to improve safety standards for commercial vehicles and reduce accidents. The company leverages advancements in camera technology, sensor costs, and deep learning to provide actionable insights that enhance fleet management and driver awareness.

AInnovation

Series D in 2021
AInnovation Technology Group Co Ltd is an enterprise-level provider of artificial intelligence solutions based in China. The company specializes in delivering AI products and services tailored for various industries, particularly focusing on the integration of AI within manufacturing processes. AInnovation employs advanced technologies, including computer vision, machine learning, and natural language processing, to enhance operational efficiency and drive digital transformation for its clients. Its offerings encompass AI platforms, algorithms, software, and AI-enabled equipment, all designed to optimize productivity and improve business value. AInnovation's strategic focus includes five key areas: industrial software, digital intelligence software, industrial logistics, intelligent equipment, and industrial sustainability, positioning itself as a leader in the AI-driven transformation of manufacturing.

AutoStore

Secondary Market in 2021
AutoStore AS, founded in 1995 and headquartered in Nedre Vats, Norway, specializes in manufacturing automated warehousing and storage systems. The company offers innovative automated retrieval and material handling solutions designed to optimize space and efficiency in warehouses. Its patented system utilizes standardized bins stacked in a cubic configuration, enabling significant increases in storage capacity without expanding the physical footprint. AutoStore's products include a range of components such as robots, grids, bins, controllers, workstations, and warehouse management systems. The company collaborates with several strategic partners, including Bastian Solutions, AM Automation, Egemin, Swisslog, Element Logic, and LG CNS, to distribute its technology globally through a multi-distribution network.

Brain Corp

Series D in 2020
Brain Corp is a San Diego-based AI company creating transformative core technology for the robotics industry. Brain Corp’s comprehensive solutions support the builders of today’s autonomous machines in successfully producing, deploying, and supporting robots across commercial industries and applications. It was named the world’s top autonomy solution provider by ABI Research. Brain Corp was founded in 2009 and is based in San Diego, California.

Fetch Robotics

Series C in 2019
Fetch Robotics, Inc. is a San Jose, California-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in developing and manufacturing autonomous mobile robot solutions for the warehousing and intralogistics sectors. The company focuses on creating collaborative autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) that enhance material handling and data collection processes. Its offerings include the Fetch cloud robotics platform, the VirtualConveyor system for material transport, and DataSurvey tools for data collection. Fetch Robotics integrates advanced robotics and software to tailor workflows, enabling commercial and industrial environments to improve warehouse productivity, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.

Boston Dynamics

Venture Round in 2019
Boston Dynamics, Inc. is an engineering company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, specializing in the design and manufacture of advanced robots and software for human simulation. Founded in 1992 as a spin-off from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, the company has gained recognition for its innovative robots that mimic animal movement, such as Spot, a quadruped robot, and Atlas, a humanoid robot. These robots are equipped with cutting-edge mobility, dexterity, and intelligence, allowing them to perform tasks in challenging environments, including industrial plants, construction sites, and warehouses. Boston Dynamics also develops software for human simulation, which is utilized in various training applications, including law enforcement and military operations. The company collaborates with organizations globally, providing solutions to some of the most complex challenges in automation and robotics.

Light

Series D in 2018
Light Labs Inc., established in 2013 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, specializes in advancing photography through innovative technology. The company's flagship product, the Light L16 Camera, is a multi-aperture computational camera designed to deliver DSLR-quality images in a compact, pocket-sized format. By employing multiple lenses and sophisticated computational algorithms, the L16 captures high-definition photographs that combine the perspectives from several apertures simultaneously. This technology allows users to obtain a 52-megapixel image with exceptional detail and clarity, making high-quality photography more accessible to everyday users. Light's commitment to pushing the boundaries of camera technology aims to revolutionize the way individuals capture and experience photography.

Octillion Power Systems

Venture Round in 2018
Octillion Power Systems specializes in the design and manufacture of advanced lithium-ion batteries for industrial and vehicle applications, including electric cars, trucks, and buses. The company employs a detailed design process that incorporates extensive thermal modeling and fully integrated battery management systems. These efforts ensure that their products meet specific industry needs while maintaining standardized production processes. By focusing on customized solutions, Octillion Power Systems enables various industries to access efficient and reliable energy storage systems quickly and effectively.

Fetch Robotics

Series B in 2017
Fetch Robotics, Inc. is a San Jose, California-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in developing and manufacturing autonomous mobile robot solutions for the warehousing and intralogistics sectors. The company focuses on creating collaborative autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) that enhance material handling and data collection processes. Its offerings include the Fetch cloud robotics platform, the VirtualConveyor system for material transport, and DataSurvey tools for data collection. Fetch Robotics integrates advanced robotics and software to tailor workflows, enabling commercial and industrial environments to improve warehouse productivity, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.

Brain Corp

Series C in 2017
Brain Corp is a San Diego-based AI company creating transformative core technology for the robotics industry. Brain Corp’s comprehensive solutions support the builders of today’s autonomous machines in successfully producing, deploying, and supporting robots across commercial industries and applications. It was named the world’s top autonomy solution provider by ABI Research. Brain Corp was founded in 2009 and is based in San Diego, California.

Boston Dynamics

Acquisition in 2017
Boston Dynamics, Inc. is an engineering company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, specializing in the design and manufacture of advanced robots and software for human simulation. Founded in 1992 as a spin-off from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, the company has gained recognition for its innovative robots that mimic animal movement, such as Spot, a quadruped robot, and Atlas, a humanoid robot. These robots are equipped with cutting-edge mobility, dexterity, and intelligence, allowing them to perform tasks in challenging environments, including industrial plants, construction sites, and warehouses. Boston Dynamics also develops software for human simulation, which is utilized in various training applications, including law enforcement and military operations. The company collaborates with organizations globally, providing solutions to some of the most complex challenges in automation and robotics.

OSIsoft

Acquisition in 2017
OSIsoft, LLC specializes in providing real-time data infrastructure solutions through its flagship product, the PI System. This enterprise infrastructure enables the connection of sensor-based data, operations, and personnel to facilitate actionable insights across various industries, including manufacturing, energy, utilities, life sciences, and critical facilities. The PI System allows organizations to analyze, collect, and visualize operational data, thereby improving processes, compliance, and asset health while identifying new market opportunities. Additionally, OSIsoft offers the PI Integrator, which integrates sensor-based data with advanced analytics and visualization tools. Founded in 1980 and headquartered in San Leandro, California, OSIsoft serves a global customer base with installations in over 100 countries and has established strategic partnerships with prominent companies such as Microsoft and SAP. OSIsoft, LLC operates as a subsidiary of Estudillo Holdings Corp.

OSIsoft

Private Equity Round in 2017
OSIsoft, LLC specializes in providing real-time data infrastructure solutions through its flagship product, the PI System. This enterprise infrastructure enables the connection of sensor-based data, operations, and personnel to facilitate actionable insights across various industries, including manufacturing, energy, utilities, life sciences, and critical facilities. The PI System allows organizations to analyze, collect, and visualize operational data, thereby improving processes, compliance, and asset health while identifying new market opportunities. Additionally, OSIsoft offers the PI Integrator, which integrates sensor-based data with advanced analytics and visualization tools. Founded in 1980 and headquartered in San Leandro, California, OSIsoft serves a global customer base with installations in over 100 countries and has established strategic partnerships with prominent companies such as Microsoft and SAP. OSIsoft, LLC operates as a subsidiary of Estudillo Holdings Corp.

Quicktron Robotics

Series B in 2017
Quicktron Robotics is an industrial automation company that focuses on providing advanced hardware, control software, and robotic system solutions tailored for warehouse and factory environments. The company specializes in intelligent driving and autonomous robotics, aiming to streamline material handling and fulfillment processes. Quicktron develops an intelligent warehouse logistics operating system that integrates artificial intelligence algorithms with AI robots to automate manual labor tasks such as selecting, transporting, and sorting goods. This innovative approach enables clients to enhance operational efficiency and optimize warehouse management, significantly reducing the burden of repetitive tasks in manufacturing centers.

Fetch Robotics

Series A in 2015
Fetch Robotics, Inc. is a San Jose, California-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in developing and manufacturing autonomous mobile robot solutions for the warehousing and intralogistics sectors. The company focuses on creating collaborative autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) that enhance material handling and data collection processes. Its offerings include the Fetch cloud robotics platform, the VirtualConveyor system for material transport, and DataSurvey tools for data collection. Fetch Robotics integrates advanced robotics and software to tailor workflows, enabling commercial and industrial environments to improve warehouse productivity, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
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