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Published May 30, 2026 1:00 AM
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Source: PR TIMES
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⚡ Key Points
The ANA Future Creation Fund, managed by Global Brain, has invested in Phoxter, a company providing automation solutions for manufacturing transport and inspection.
Phoxter develops both hardware and proprietary control software end-to-end, and through this investment, it will collaborate with ANA Holdings to further expand its business.
The ANA Future Creation Fund, managed by Global Brain, has invested in Phoxter, a company providing automation solutions for manufacturing transport and inspection. Phoxter develops both hardware and proprietary control software end-to-end, and through this investment, it will collaborate with ANA Holdings to further expand its business.
Overview
AH-GB Future Creation Investment Limited Partnership (ANA Future Creation Fund), managed by Global Brain Corporation, has announced an investment in Phoxter Inc. (Phoxter), which provides Robotics (factory/warehouse transport automation solutions) and Vision (visual inspection automation solutions) for the manufacturing industry.
Challenges and Solutions
In the manufacturing and logistics industries, where labor shortages due to aging populations are becoming critical, improving productivity through automation and labor-saving is an urgent issue. Phoxter addresses this issue through two axes: "transport automation" to reduce all on-site waste and optimize the entire operation, and "inspection automation" using proprietary AI algorithms. By developing and providing everything from hardware to unique control software end-to-end, the company realizes highly effective on-site automation.
Future Outlook
Global Brain decided on this investment in recognition of Phoxter's proprietary technological capabilities, as well as its strong sales and solution-providing track record, which boasts a high repeat rate. Through this investment, and in collaboration with ANA Holdings Inc., we will provide multi-faceted management support to further expand Phoxter's business.
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Source: PR TIMES
Category: Funding
Products / services: AMR
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Announced May 30, 2026 1:00 AM — Distributor PR TIMES
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FAQ
What kind of company is Phoxter Inc.?
Phoxter Inc. is headquartered in Toyonaka City, Osaka Prefecture, and manufactures and sells AMR (Autonomous Mobile Robots) and AI appearance inspection systems for the manufacturing industry.
Which fund made the investment this time?
The fund that made the investment is the ANA Future Creation Investment Limited Partnership (ANA Future Creation Fund) operated by Global Brain Corporation.
What are the technical features of Phoxter?
Phoxter focuses on two areas: automation of transportation within factories and warehouses, and automation of inspections using AI algorithms. They develop and provide both hardware and their own control software in an integrated manner.
What is the content of the collaboration with the ANA Group?
ANA Holdings Inc. will collaborate with Phoxter to provide multifaceted management support for Phoxter's business expansion.
What was the reason for the investment decision?
Global Brain decided to invest in Phoxter based on the company's self-developed technological capabilities and its strong sales and solution-providing capabilities, which boast a high repeat rate.
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Washin AI News Desk“Investment in Phoxter, a provider of automation technology for manufacturing transport and inspection”AI News by Washin Village（和心村）, May 30, 2026. https://aeo.idaeo.ai/ai/globalbrains-com/en/news/2026-05-29-%E8%A3%BD%E9%80%A0%E6%A5%AD%E5%90%91%E3%81%91%E3%81%AB%E6%90%AC%E9%80%81-%E6%A4%9C%E6%9F%BB%E3%81%AE%E8%87%AA%E5%8B%95%E5%8C%96%E6%8A%80%E8%A1%93%E3%82%92%E5%B1%95%E9%96%8B%E3%81%99%E3%82%8B%E6%A0%AA%E5%BC%8F%E4%BC%9A%E7%A4%BEphoxter%E3%81%B8%E5%87%BA%E8%B3%87
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