SBI Investment

SBI Investment, established in 1986, is a pioneering venture capital firm based in Seoul, South Korea, with an additional office in Tokyo, Japan. It specializes in supporting the growth and development of private venture companies through fund investments. With a track record of investing in 986 companies, 169 of which have exited via IPO or M&A, SBI Investment plays a comprehensive role in providing services such as funding, technology, marketing, and legal support. Its investment focus spans across various sectors, including healthcare, consumer goods, entertainment, ICT, manufacturing, AI, blockchain, fintech, biotechnology, and environmental energy, among others.

Takashi Goto

Executive Vice President and Director

Ahn Jae- gwang

Director

Tomoyuki Nii

Executive Officer and Director

Injik Yi

Managing Director and Head of Venture Investment Division I

Past deals in Public Transportation

Newmo

Series A in 2024
Newmo is a technology company that specializes in sustainable local public transportation. It develops a ride-sharing service platform, enabling drivers to work flexibly using their free time, and providing passengers with a safe, secure, and comfortable user experience.

BasiGo

Series A in 2024
BasiGo is an e-mobility start-up focused on transforming public transportation in Kenya and Rwanda by providing electric buses as a cost-effective alternative to diesel. The company employs a pay-as-you-go model, which simplifies the transition for bus operators by including maintenance and battery charging in the financing plan. BasiGo's electric buses are designed to operate throughout the day on a single charge, utilizing proven and safe battery technology. This approach not only addresses the rising costs of diesel fuel but also aims to make electric buses affordable and accessible to all bus owners, thereby promoting sustainable and efficient public transport solutions in the region.

WhereIsMyTransport

Series A in 2021
WhereIsMyTransport Ltd is a mobility technology company focused on providing comprehensive public transport data for megacities in emerging markets. Headquartered in London, with an additional office in Cape Town, the company specializes in digitalizing network information from various modes of public transport across Africa, Latin America, Southeast Europe, and South and Southeast Asia. By employing a data collection playbook, WhereIsMyTransport maps both formal and informal transport networks, ensuring data accuracy as these systems evolve. The company's platform serves businesses, municipalities, and citizens, enhancing the public transport experience and facilitating informed decision-making for infrastructure improvements and market entry.

Quadrac

Venture Round in 2020
Quadrac develops, manufactures, and sells telecommunication devices and payment servers specifically designed for public transportation systems. The company focuses on enhancing user convenience by offering a range of payment methods, thereby supporting the transition to a cashless society. Its flagship product, the Q-CORE, is a thin-client high-speed server that integrates fare calculation, payment processing, and security functions for automatic ticket gates. By facilitating e-money and online transactions, Quadrac aims to streamline mass financial transactions and improve the overall efficiency of public transport payment systems.
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