SAIC Motor

SAIC Motor Corporation Limited, based in Shanghai, China, is a prominent automobile manufacturer engaged in research, development, production, and sales of various vehicle types and components. The company also operates in auto financing. Its venture capital arm, SAIC Capital Company Limited, focuses on direct and fund of funds investments primarily in the automotive sector. This includes new energy vehicles, intelligent connected vehicles, automotive electronics, and other related technologies. SAIC Capital seeks to invest in early-stage and growth capital opportunities, particularly in emerging industries such as energy-saving technology and advanced manufacturing. Founded in 2011, it aims to leverage its investments to support the transformation and growth of SAIC Motor and contribute to innovation within the automotive industry.

Past deals in Semiconductor

Nanosys

Series B in 2003
Nanosys, Inc. specializes in developing and manufacturing quantum dot technology to enhance high-definition viewing experiences in the display industry. Founded in 2001 and based in Milpitas, California, the company offers a range of products, including Quantum Dot Concentrate material, quantum dot nanomaterials, and Quantum Dot Enhancement films. These products improve color performance and brightness in a variety of consumer electronics, such as tablets, televisions, smartphones, and automotive interiors. Nanosys' quantum dot technology is compatible with various display types, including LED-LCDs, OLEDs, and micro-LEDs, and has been integrated into over 20 million devices across more than 400 unique products. The company also explores applications of its nanotechnology in areas beyond displays, such as agriculture.