Investment in US Velodyne LiDAR, Inc., Leading Developer and Manufacturer of LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) Sensors, a Core Technology in Autonomous Driving
December 21, 2018
TOKYO - Nikon Corporation (Nikon) has invested USD $25 million in Velodyne LiDAR, Inc. (CEO: David Hall, head office: US, hereafter referred to as Velodyne), leading developer and manufacturer of LiDAR (light detection and ranging) sensors, which are a core technology in autonomous driving.
Aiming to combine Nikon's optical and precision technologies with Velodyne's LiDAR sensor technology, both companies have begun investigating a wide-ranging, multifaceted business alliance, including collaboration in technology development and manufacturing.
Velodyne LiDAR, Inc. overview
| Company name | Velodyne LiDAR, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Head Office | 5521 Hellyer Avenue, San Jose, California |
| CEO | Mr. David Hall |
| Established | December, 2015 |
| Capital | $4,620 |
| No. of employees | Approximately 550 |
| Business | LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) sensor development and manufacturing |
The information is current as of the date of publication. It is subject to change without notice.