ANA HOLDINGS Invests in Phoxter to Advance
Automation in Aviation Operations
TOKYO, May 29, 2026 - ANA HOLDINGS INC. (ANA HD), through its corporate venture capital fund, "ANA Future Frontier Fund L.P.," today announced its investment in Phoxter Corporation, a startup that develops end-to-end automation technologies for transport and inspection across the manufacturing and logistics industries.
As labor shortages continue to impact these sectors, businesses are increasingly turning to automation to improve efficiency and productivity. Phoxter addresses these challenges through transport automation systems designed to optimize on-site logistics and proprietary AI-powered inspection systems that improve operational accuracy. By developing both hardware and control software in-house, Phoxter delivers integrated automation solutions tailored to complex operational environments.
ANA Group has previously deployed 60 Phoxter automated guided vehicles (AGVs) at Narita Airport's largest cargo hub, helping streamline workflows and reduce congestion-related delays. Building on this collaboration, ANA HD's investment will support further automation initiatives focused on improving efficiency and safety across aviation logistics operations.
Further information about the "ANA Future Frontier Fund L.P." and its investments is available on ANA CVC's website.
About Phoxter
| Location | Toyonaka-shi, Osaka, Japan |
| Representative | Junichi Sonoda |
| Founded | October 2017 |
| URL | https://www.phoxter.co.jp/ (Available only in Japanese) |
About ANA Future Frontier Fund L.P.
| Name | AH-GB Future Creation Investment Limited Partnership ("ANA Future Frontier Fund L.P.") |
| Date of establishment | April 2024 |
| Fund size | 8 billion yen |
| Operational Period | 10 years |
| Major Investment Fields |
Accelerating new business creation and strengthening non-airline ventures to enhance revenue streams while improving airline profitability and elevating the customer experience. EXAMPLES |
| Unlimited partner | Global Brain Corporation |
| Limited partner | ANA HOLDINGS INC. |
| URL | https://www.anahd-cvc.com/en |
Inquiries from corporate customers: contact_afff@anahd.co.jp
- Contact:
ANA Corporate Communications, TEL +81-3-6735-1111, publicrelations@ana.co.jp
About ANA HOLDINGS Inc.
Established in 2013, ANA HOLDINGS Inc. (ANA HD) is the largest airline group holding company in Japan, comprising 72 companies.
The group includes full-service carrier All Nippon Airways (ANA) and Peach Aviation Limited, the leading low-cost carrier in Japan.
ANA HD oversees a diverse portfolio of businesses centered on air transportation, including passenger and cargo operations and companies that support the broader aviation industry. Through its group companies, ANA HD is focused on delivering safe, high-quality air travel, advancing sustainable growth and maintaining operational excellence.
The group's commitment to superior service is reflected in ANA's SKYTRAX 5-Star rating, awarded annually since 2013, making it the only Japanese airline to earn this prestigious designation for 13 consecutive years.
ANA HD has been recognized by Fortune as one of the World's Most Admired Companies. The group has also been included in the Dow Jones Best-in-Class World Index for nine consecutive years and the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Asia Pacific Index for ten consecutive years, reflecting its commitment to responsible business practices.
For more information about ANA and ANA HD, please visit: https://www.ana.co.jp/group/en/
