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Did you know that Aichi-Nagoya is the heart of Japan's manufacturing industry? 🛫 JETRO Nagoya is hosting an online seminar "Promotion of Investment by Foreign Companies to Aichi-Nagoya" on October 9th. This is a great opportunity for U.S. automotive, robotics, and aerospace companies to learn about business opportunities in the region. AGENDA: 1. Small Mobilities Updates Rural Transportation - Manji Suzuki (Founder of SUZUKI MANJI OFFICE, CX at DENSO CORPORATION) 2. The Appeal of Expanding into Aichi-Nagoya - Joseph Kyoda (CEO of OmniLinks, Inc.) This event is organized by the Invest in Aichi-Nagoya Acceleration Initiative. Learn more & register: https://lnkd.in/g8Z44JW9 JETRO - Collaborate & Invest Japan #nagoya #aichi #aichinagoya #japan #japanese #manufacturing #automotive #aerospace #robotics #seminar #japanesebusiness

Plans for a flying car are becoming real… 🚗🪽 A flying car startup has received authorisation from the US Federal Aviation Administration and has collected almost 3'000 orders. The big difference with other projects: its prototype resembles an actual car, with a mesh shell housing eight rotors on the inside. 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄❓ 1. The electric vertical takeoff and landing vehicles market is expected to reach USD 22.7 bn by 2030 (Source: SNS insider). 2. US regulators have ok’ed the development with FAA granting a special airworthiness certificate for limited purposes e.g. exhibition, R&D. 3. Technology enthusiasts like Venture capitalist Tim Draper, an early Tesla and SpaceX investor, are backing the startup. 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘁 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸⚙️ - On the road, the car drives like a standard electric car, at a speed limit of 40 to 60 km/h. - In the air, it transforms into a biplane, orienting the cockpit forward for ease. - Eight propellers allow movement in any direction, with a cruise speed of 180 km/h. 👉🏻 𝗪𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗳𝗹𝘆 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗵 𝗮 𝗳𝗹𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗮𝗿? Investment theme: Smart Mobility - Source: Quartz/CNBC #investing #electricvehicles #mobility Thematic #investment #Litrendingtopics PS: Did you know that the Curtiss Autoplane, invented in 1917, was considered to be the first tentative flying car? (Source: Business Insider)

“Siemens' immersive technology is revolutionizing how we develop our next-generation aircraft. It's not just about seeing the design; it's about experiencing it in a way that enhances our engineering decisions and accelerates innovation,” -Aleksey Matyushev, Cofounder and CEO, Natilus. One of the ways Natilus is different than other aircraft companies can be found in the way we design and engineer aircraft. Our mantra of doing more with less and constantly striving to find more efficient paths forward is part of our core DNA as a company. Today our good friends at Siemens announced our collaboration to integrate Siemens Xcelerator portfolio of industry software into our design and engineering workflow. This collaboration is a prime example of how an innovative startup like Natilus can compete with industry giants such as Boeing and Airbus by integrating new technology allowing us to iterate faster, be more agile, and be more collaborative. You can read more about today's announcement using the link below: https://lnkd.in/g5f-RXJq #innovation #design #engineering #aircraft #transportation #sandiego

SkyDrive has successfully raised $55 million (8 billion Japanese yen) in its Series C funding round, with new investments from Energy & Environment Investment, Inventum Ventures, Mizuho Investment & Corporate Banking, and Ōsaka Metro Co. 【公式】This marks the third funding round in the Series C cycle, following earlier investments in April 2023 and January 2024. The new capital will be used to upgrade SkyDrive’s facilities, enhance ground and flight testing, and expand key departments such as quality assurance in preparation for mass production. SkyDrive CEO, Tomohiro Fukuzawa, highlighted the company’s progress, including the start of eVTOL production at Suzuki Motor Corporation Group’s manufacturing plant and the receipt of 263 pre-orders from Japan, the United States, South Korea, and Vietnam. SkyDrive is also expanding its business development efforts, with a strategic partnership in India and the establishment of SkyDrive America, Inc. in the U.S., where the company is developing use cases in South Carolina, Georgia, and other states. Japan’s Civil Aviation Bureau (JCAB) is currently reviewing SkyDrive’s type certification application, with ground and flight tests set to follow. Read the full article on our blog for more details: https://lnkd.in/gAy_AtVs #AvfoilNews #SkyDrive #eVTOL #AviationInnovation #SeriesCFunding #UrbanAirMobility #Aerospace #SustainableTransport #Suzuki #SkyDriveAmerica #JapanAviation #AviationTechnology

Stellantis announced an additional $55 million investment in Archer, following Archer's recent successful flight test milestone. ✈️ Last year, Stellantis invested another $110 million in Archer. 💵 Archer’s eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) aircraft is part of a wave of new urban air mobility startups, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional transportation methods. 🌃 Stellantis' investment will support Archer in scaling production and accelerating the commercialization of their aircraft. Archer plans to complete a high-volume manufacturing facility in Georgia in the coming months. The ~350,000 square foot facility will build out 650 aircraft every year, making it one of the largest manufacturing plants by volume in aviation. 👍 What are your thoughts on eVTOL technology? Share in the comments below. 📝 Source: Stellantis Press Release 7/2024 Disclaimer: This post is made for entertainment purposes only. Nothing in this post constitutes investment advice. #aviation #decarbonization #urbanmobility #evtol #energytransition #technology

Lilium, a leading eVTOL developer, is making significant strides towards expanding its production capacity with potential subsidies and loan guarantees from the French government, valued at up to €400m. Facing challenges in securing similar support in Germany, Lilium has turned to France, leveraging its well-established aerospace industry, electric mobility expertise, and supportive governmental policies. Discussions at the Les CCE _ Choose France Summit reveal Lilium's interest in establishing production facilities in France, with potential sites under evaluation in Région Nouvelle-Aquitaine. This move aligns with Lilium's strategic vision for scaling up production to meet the growing demand for its innovative Lilium Jet, set for commercial service in 2026. The collaboration could create up to 850 new direct jobs, highlighting the economic benefits and technological advancements driven by partnerships between industry leaders and forward-thinking governments. For more insights into Lilium's expansion plans and industry partnerships, read our full article on our blog. #AvfoilNews #Lilium #eVTOL #FutureofMobility #AerospaceIndustry #GovernmentSupport #ExpansionPlans #ChooseFranceSummit

FUNDING: Project 3 Mobility closes Series A investment round This investment, which brings the total amount raised from private investors to approximately €100m (US$108m), will support the development of Project 3’s autonomous #electricvehicle, specialized infrastructure and mobility service. Marko Pejković, CEO of Project 3 Mobility, said, “We are very happy with the closing of this investment round and bringing on board such strong investors to support us in achieving our bold vision. We believe our project will bring significant benefits for #Zagreb and #Croatia, as well as many other cities worldwide where we plan to launch our service.” Read more here: https://lnkd.in/e7jmfcdP #AutonomousVehicles #AV #SelfDriving #ADAS #AutonomousDriving #Automotive #AutomotiveIndustry #Transportation #Technology #FutureMobility #Sustainability #AVTExpoStuttgart #AVTExpoCA

Last week was packed with exciting events in the hotel industry #hotels and at #VivaTech! VivaTech 2024 Highlights: Over 165,000 visitors, 13,500 startups (including my humble self and our UAS infrastructure company DragonFlyPads) 🚀 25 business sectors, 2,000+ investors (paradise or hell?) 🤯 Personal Observations: Still had to queue for lunch (no sushi robot delivery yet, despite meeting my cute new Japanese friend pictured below) 🍣 No AI assistance for simple tasks like finding parking (yes, not eco-friendly to drive, but I had a good excuse) 🚗 Showcase Highlights: Impressive aircraft and software from the UAS industry ✈ AI tools felt like a trip to downtown Tokyo Automatization of boats, cars, aircrafs + Free AI makeover from L'Oréal (definitely regretted not trying it) 💇 Interesting Insights: John Kerry on China leading in renewable energy 🌱 Elon Musk on AI transparency: "AI should be trained to be truthful, not politically correct." Thank you to all the innovative partners and great minds working tirelessly to make our planet better. Innovation is driven by the passion and sheer determination of the people behind these amazing new products. #GreenEnergy #ArtificialIntelligence #SmartCities #Sustainability #UAS #Vertipads #AI #RenewableEnergy #TechInnovation #StartupCommunity #FutureTech #Hospitality #Hotels DragonFlyPads @FanworldwideFrance

🚀 This is NOT a concept car; this is the Chinese 2025 Zeekr Mix! 🚀 🌍 China’s automotive industry is at the forefront of change, challenging global norms and pushing boundaries. Zeekr’s latest model embodies a daring leap into that future. #Zeekr #ElectricVehicles #FutureOfMobility #Innovation #automotiveindustry #automotive #technology #creativity ZEEKR International

🤖 West Japan Railways (West JR), one of six companies that make up Japan Railways Group, has unveiled a giant “humanoid robot” to work on heavy machinery on its lines. The as yet unnamed tool is described as “multifunctional railway heavy machinery for railway equipment maintenance” and is based off a prototype used by West JR to prove the concept of the odd-looking machine. The new robot has been developed in partnership with Jinki Ittai Co, a robotics technology developer, and Nippon Signal Co, an IT and electricals in infrastructure firm. West JR said the project was needed due to “a labour shortage in infrastructure maintenance work, not just for railways”. The new “heavy equipment” is carried by a railway construction vehicle, which hosts the control room, with the robot on an extendable boom. #zorail #railway #maintenance #innovation #management #digitalmarketing #technology #creativity #futurism #startups #marketing #socialmedia #socialnetworking #motivation #personaldevelopment #jobinterviews #sustainability #personalbranding #education #productivity #travel #sales #socialentrepreneurship #fundraising #law #strategy #culture #fashion #business #networking #hiring #health #inspiration