Aisan Technology
Basic Information
- Stock Code
- 4667
- Industry
- Information and Communications Industry
- Category Detail
- Systems & Software
- Prefecture
- Aichi Prefecture
- Establishment Year
- August 1970
- Listing Year
- April 1997
- Official Website
- https://www.aisantec.co.jp/
- TSE Information
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Overview
Aisan Technology is an information and communications company founded in 1970, with strengths in surveying and civil engineering-related software development, and is a leading company bringing innovation to 3D map technology for autonomous driving.
Current Situation
Aisan Technology recorded consolidated sales of approximately ¥4.4 billion in the fiscal year ended March 2023, establishing a strong foundation in the Chubu region for software development in the surveying and civil engineering fields. The company is advancing cutting-edge technology development through high-precision 3D map creation for autonomous driving and investments in related companies. Its financial base is stable, holding net assets of approximately ¥6 billion. Major shareholders include founder representative Kiyohisa Kato, Mitsubishi Electric, and KDDI. The company is expanding its business areas through subsidiary operations and joint venture establishments, while strengthening customer contacts via multi-location deployments. It is also engaged in technology development mindful of sustainability and local contribution activities, positioning the expansion of commercialization of autonomous driving-related technologies as the core of its growth strategy going forward.
Trivia
Interesting Facts
- Veteran surveying software specialist established in 1970.
- One of the pioneers in autonomous driving map platforms.
- Has established joint ventures with major players like Mitsubishi Corporation.
- Strengths in supporting land and building surveyors in the surveying field.
- Active in integrating drone and autonomous driving technologies.
- Deploys extensive sales bases centered in the Chubu region.
- Certified with Privacy Mark.
- Major shareholders include Mitsubishi Electric and KDDI.
- Achieved listing on Nagoya Stock Exchange Main Market in 2024.
- Leader in technology development based in local Aichi.
Hidden Connections
- Capital alliance with Tier IV for autonomous driving technology, forming a strong collaborative relationship.
- Entering the logistics autonomous driving field through joint venture A-Drive with Mitsubishi Corporation.
- Provides top-class software for land and building surveyors domestically, deeply cultivating the industry.
- Contributes to map creation by leveraging unmanned aerial vehicle technology through joint development with Pro Drone.
- Strengthens service deployment utilizing communication technology via equity alliance with KDDI.
- Possesses a system that applies academic research to product development through collaboration with Nagoya University.
- Advances proof-of-concept experiments for autonomous driving plans in collaboration with local governments.
- Product design is based on deep understanding of civil engineering-related legal systems.
Future Outlook
Growth Drivers
- Rapid growth of autonomous driving-related technologies and markets
- Digital transformation of surveying equipment and software
- Advancement of smart city initiatives by local governments
- Widespread adoption of drone surveying technology
- Business efficiency improvements via AI and IoT technologies
- Increasing demand for high-precision maps compliant with legal regulations
- Expanding global autonomous driving market
- New service deployments leveraging partnerships
- Product and service differentiation through technological innovation
- Activation of urban infrastructure development
- Recognition for contributions to sustainable society realization
- Comprehensive service provision rooted in the region
Strategic Goals
- Achieve top market share in autonomous driving
- Further advancement of high-precision 3D mapping technology
- Strengthen collaborations with domestic and international local governments
- Build sustainable business operations framework
- Diversify and stabilize business revenue
- Expand product lineup through new technology introductions
- Aggressive entry into global markets
- Continuous implementation of talent development and technology succession
- Expansion of regional social contribution activities
- Support realization of safe and efficient autonomous driving society
Business Segments
Surveying Business Legal Support
- Overview
- Provides surveying support software meeting legal requirements for land and building surveyors and surveying companies.
- Competitiveness
- Integration of region-specific legal knowledge and technology
- Customers
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- Land and Building Surveyors
- Surveying Companies
- Civil Engineering and Construction Companies
- Local Governments
- Real Estate Companies
- Products
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- Land Surveying Software
- Boundary Determination Support Tool
- 3D Terrain Analysis System
Autonomous Driving Related Solutions
- Overview
- Deploys map supply and related services for advanced autonomous driving technologies.
- Competitiveness
- Proprietary high-precision mapping technology and multi-company collaboration framework
- Customers
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- Automobile Manufacturers
- Autonomous Driving Software Developers
- Local Governments
- Logistics Companies
- Products
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- High-Precision 3D Maps
- Autonomous Driving Services
- Drone Surveying Integration
Surveying Equipment Sales and Maintenance Services
- Overview
- Provides sales and repair of surveying equipment, along with training in related technologies.
- Competitiveness
- Comprehensive support system
- Customers
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- Surveying Equipment Retailers
- Construction Companies
- Public Project Entities
- Products
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- Surveying Equipment
- Repair Services
- Technical Training
Competitive Advantage
Strengths
- Market foundation rooted in the region
- Pioneer in high-precision 3D mapping technology
- Strong investments and collaborations in autonomous driving
- Diverse surveying software offerings
- Stable financial base
- Customer support via multiple locations
- Team of experienced engineers
- Specialized technology compliant with legal frameworks
- Ongoing R&D investments
- Applicability across wide industries
- High customer satisfaction
- Active M&A strategy
Competitive Advantages
- Long accumulation of expertise in high-precision 3D maps for autonomous driving
- Strong market base in the local Chubu region
- Sustained technology development through industry-academia collaboration
- Flexible responsiveness to diverse customer segments
- Strategic partnerships with major domestic and international companies
- Reliability from advanced legal compliance technology
- Business expansion leveraging subsidiaries and joint ventures
- Differentiation in measurement via drone technology integration
- Comprehensive sales and maintenance service framework
- Transparency and credibility as a listed company
- Deep commitment to regional society
- Accumulated know-how in specialized fields over long periods
- Abundant human resources and technology succession system
Threats
- Market share competition from competitors' technological innovations
- Burden of adapting to changes in regulations and laws
- Intensifying competition in the autonomous driving market
- Impact on partner companies from geopolitical factors
- Delays in adapting to international changes in technical standards
- Revenue instability risk from demand fluctuations
- Challenges in talent acquisition and development
- Cybersecurity threats
- Business continuity risks from natural disasters
- Low-price strategies by new entrants
- Suppressed capital expenditures due to economic fluctuations
- Impact of exchange rate fluctuations
Innovations
2024: Subsidiary Acquisition of Surveying Equipment Sales Company
- Overview
- Acquired Aki Soku Limited as a subsidiary to strengthen surveying equipment sales and repair capabilities.
- Impact
- Contributes to sales network expansion and improved maintenance service quality.
2024: Listing on Nagoya Stock Exchange Main Market
- Overview
- Listing on the Nagoya Stock Exchange Main Market enhances funding capabilities and market recognition.
- Impact
- Strengthens financial base and promotes strategic investments.
2023: Launch of One-Stop Autonomous Driving Services
- Overview
- Established A-Drive Co., Ltd. as a joint venture with Mitsubishi Corporation to strengthen autonomous driving technology services.
- Impact
- Supports business area expansion and market share growth.
2021: Subsidiary Acquisition of Land and River Surveying Company
- Overview
- Acquired Sanwa Co., Ltd., which handles surveying operations, to strengthen business foundation.
- Impact
- Achieves expansion of service scope and diversification of customer base.
2020: R&D on High-Precision 3D Map Creation Technology for Autonomous Driving
- Overview
- Collaborated with Nagoya University to advance proof-of-concept experiments and achieve advanced mapping technology for autonomous driving.
- Impact
- Enhances technological competitiveness and builds market entry barriers.
Sustainability
- Promoting reduction of environmental impact through products
- Supporting improvements in regional traffic safety
- Development aimed at efficient resource utilization
- Resource-saving management via multi-site network
- Employee environmental awareness programs
- Pursuit of sustainable technological innovation
- Active participation in regional contribution activities
- Technology development contributing to traffic accident reduction
- Energy-efficient software design
- Office operations targeting waste reduction