2 May 2025
MISUMI.AI Launches with €15 Million ASEAN Startup Fund, Backed by Misumi Kaizen OÜ Group
Singapore, 2 May 2025 - MISUMI.AI, the deep tech innovation arm of the Misumi Kaizen OÜ Group - a leading innovator in advanced automotive systems, vehicles, and parts, renowned for its commitment to continuous improvement and technological advancement - today officially announces its launch and the establishment of a €15 million ASEAN Startup Fund.
The new fund will invest in early-stage startups across Southeast Asia, focusing on artificial intelligence, robotics, drone technologies, and advanced automotive systems, to accelerate digital transformation and foster next-generation innovation predominantly in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia and Vietnam.
“With our €15 million ASEAN Startup Fund, we are committed to empowering local founders, startups, and entrepreneurs - particularly those emerging from tertiary educational institutions in Singapore. The fund provides growth capital, access to technical expertise, and strategic guidance to help these ventures scale successfully", said Mohamed Hardi, COO ASEAN of MISUMI.AI.
Applications for the ASEAN Startup Fund are now open. Startups can find more information and submit proposals at MISUMI.AI or though their respective local tertiary educational institutions.
About MISUMI.AI
MISUMI.AI is the deep tech innovation arm of the Misumi Kaizen OÜ Group, an ASEAN-based professional services company and venture builder. Specializing in drone technology, artificial intelligence (AI), cloud solutions, and robotics, MISUMI.AI is strategically positioned across Singapore, Johor (Malaysia), Batam (Indonesia), and Hanoi (Vietnam). The company drives digital transformation initiatives throughout Southeast Asia, focusing on high-impact sectors such as AI, robotics automation, GPU cloud computing, healthcare, advanced automotive systems, smart logistics, eGovernment, and supply chain enablement.
About Misumi Kaizen OÜ Group
Founded in 2013, the Misumi Kaizen OÜ Group is a global leader in advanced automotive systems, vehicles, and parts, with a strong focus on electric and autonomous vehicles, AI, and robotics. The Group is committed to continuous improvement and delivering value through cutting-edge technology and sustainable solutions.
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