ART

Name

ART

Legal name

ART S.P.A.

Website

https://artgroup-spa.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Automotive Infotainment Electronics

NAICS

Motor Vehicle Electrical and Electronic Equipment Manufacturing (33632), Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)

SIC

Electronic Components & Accessories (3670), Aircraft Parts & Auxiliary Equipment, Nec (3728)

akta.pro primary industry

Automotive ECUs/Control Modules & Embedded Electronics Manufacturing (IMACAJAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Automotive E/E Architecture Components Manufacturing (Domain/Zonal Controllers, Gateways, Network Switches) (IMACAJAI), Passenger Vehicle Electrical & Electronics Manufacturing (ICE) (IMACAAAK)

Keywords

• Automotive infotainment systems
• Digital cockpit platforms
• E-cockpit solutions
• Tier-1 automotive supplier
• Connected vehicle electronics

Headquarters

HQ city

Passignano Sul Trasimeno

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. E-Cockpit and Infotainment Systems: ART generates revenue through the design, development, and supply of integrated e-cockpit systems and infotainment platforms to automotive OEMs. These are embedded solutions sold directly to vehicle manufacturers as Tier-1 supplier, with long development cycles tied to vehicle production programs.
2. Software Licenses and SDK: The proprietary SDK product provides infotainment software licenses to OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers. The software runs on standard hardware platforms and enables rapid prototyping and production deployment of connected services.
3. Connected Services and OTA Updates: Ongoing connected services including infotainment features, smartphone integration (Android Auto, CarPlay), navigation, and telemetry. Modular platforms support expansion of functionalities via OTA updates.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

ART designs and manufactures integrated e-cockpit systems and connected infotainment platforms that combine instrumentation, infotainment, and connectivity into single ECU solutions for vehicle OEMs. Its product portfolio centers on the ARTIST platform family (Artist6, ARTIST8, ARTIST10), supported by a proprietary SDK, Black Diamond display technology, 3D surround-view parking, augmented reality, and driver/occupant monitoring modules, plus engineering services spanning functional safety, cybersecurity, software/hardware development, validation, and production.

Product overview

ART is a provider of connected infotainment systems and digital cockpit platforms for the automotive, agricultural, railway, and aerospace industries. The product portfolio centers on three e-cockpit platforms (ARTIST10, ARTIST8, Artist6) that integrate instrumentation, infotainment, and connectivity into single electronic control units. Supporting modules include the Software Development Kit (SDK) for rapid prototyping and production deployment, Advanced Parking System with 3D surround view, Displays with Black Diamond technology, Cameras (including 4k for augmented reality), Augmented Reality overlays, and Driver/Occupant Monitoring System. The company also provides comprehensive services spanning Functional Safety, Cybersecurity, Connectivity, Software/Hardware Development, System Validation, Vehicle Integration, and Production. Recent expansions include the formation of ART Group with Aerospace & Defense division and acquisition of MAE Elettronica for motorcycle dashboard systems.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ART Aerospace & Defense: A division focused on mission-critical solutions for applications where reliability is essential, including telemetry systems for launch vehicles, advanced electronic solutions, custom HMI interfaces, and computer vision technologies for defense platforms.
• ART Safety Compliance Security
• Daisy-chain technology

Products and services

• ARTIST10 E-Cockpit Platform Next-generation e-cockpit system integrating infotainment, instrument cluster, HUD interface, and advanced connectivity into a single ECU for luxury and super-sport vehicle OEMs.
• ARTIST8 E-Cockpit Platform E-cockpit platform with physical separation of secure and infotainment services supporting up to 4 displays at 4K resolution, compatible with Linux OS, for OEMs needing secure multi-display architectures.
• Artist6 E-Cockpit Platform Modular infotainment solution controlling central and passenger displays with parking assistance and connected services such as webradio and telemetry for vehicle OEMs.
• Software Development Kit (SDK) Single binary deliverable providing full-feature infotainment software (connected services, Android Auto and CarPlay wired and Wi-Fi, navigation and eHorizon, worldwide radio support, media player) for SRM-64 platforms, enabling OEMs and Tier-1s to prototype and produce infotainment systems.
• Advanced Parking System 360-degree 3D surround-view parking system with smart park assist using four cameras and ECU for real-time image processing, with dynamic parking lines, virtual obstacles, and automatic view switching for OEMs.
• Displays Customizable central display, instrument panel, and passenger panel with proprietary Black Diamond technology delivering OLED-comparable contrast and eliminating the MURA effect for OEMs.
• Cameras Automotive-grade camera range including 4K cameras for augmented reality and video recording, with Sunex all-glass lenses, IP6K9K ingress protection, and high temperature range for critical installation locations.
• Augmented Reality System 4K camera-based augmented reality system that projects navigation directions, points of interest, petrol prices, and reviews onto central display or instrument panel, customizable per OEM requirements.
• Driver/Occupant Monitoring System Integrable stand-alone solution combining Driver Monitoring System and/or Occupant Monitoring System with any infotainment system, using computer vision to track driver attention and occupant states.
• Daisy-chain Multi-Stream Display Technology Multi-stream display management solution enabling connection of multiple displays in series via a single video link, supporting MST and SST integration modes and using BOEVx advanced TFT panels with Pixel-Level Local Dimming.
• Functional Safety Services Support for product and system safety lifecycle from hazard analysis to manufacturing, covering ISO 26262 automotive, ISO 25119 agriculture, ISO 13849 machinery, IEC 61508 industrial, and ISO 19014 earth-moving machinery standards.
• Cybersecurity Services Cybersecurity support for automotive market fulfilling UNECE R155 and R156 homologation requirements, including secure development, threat analysis, risk assessment, and supplier management per ISO/SAE 21434 and ISO 24089.
• Connectivity Services Hardware and software development for in-vehicle connectivity with backend and frontend services prioritizing reliability and information security.
• Software Development Services Full-stack software development from board manager to application layer and IoT backend services with modular architecture and proprietary SDKs, maintaining ASPICE Level 2 processes.
• Hardware Development Services Complete hardware development from design to production with modular board interconnection for maximum system flexibility.
• Design for Certification Services Design services ensuring compliance with current and future regulations for automotive and aerospace sectors.
• Vehicle Integration Services Integration of products with vehicle systems ensuring compliance with safety standards and seamless device communication.
• System Validation Services Validation testing ensuring every command and operation functions correctly according to specified use cases, with thousands of tests per system.
• Production Services In-house manufacturing in company laboratories with a certified high-quality integrated production system using fast, flexible, and reliable state-of-the-art processes.

Quantifiable outcome

• Doubled workforce in 3 years indicating strong business growth
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

AI capability8 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and secondary.

• MAE Elettronica S.r.l.coreTechnology or Integration · 18 June 2026Acquired company specializing in design and supply of dashboard systems primarily for motorcycle industry. Now part of ART Group structure with Gravalini family continuing to lead the company. Creates technology hub in world of motorcycles.
• Connecta Automotive Solution SaglcoreTechnology or Integration · 18 June 2026Subsidiary within ART Group developing innovative software solutions based on virtual reality to support HMI design, validation, and ergonomic and safety testing. Enables optimization of development processes, reduces time-to-market, and lowers engineering costs.
• MATE S.r.l.coreOthers · 18 June 2026Independent laboratory accredited under ISO 17025 specializing in durability, environmental, vibration, and life-cycle testing. Led by Stefano Marchetti, provides certification, training, and testing services for ART Group across automotive and aerospace markets.
• BOEVxcoreTechnology or Integration · 5 January 2026Co-development partnership for daisy-chain technology enabling multi-display management through single video link connections. Presented at CES 2026 in Las Vegas. Solution simplifies automotive display installation, reduces cables and connectors, and enables scalable display architectures. Uses BOEVx advanced TFT panels with Pixel-Level Local Dimming technology.
• AGCO/FendtcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 November 2025Technical collaboration to improve onboard experience in Fendt tractors using smartphone mirroring technologies for intuitive, user-friendly operator interface. First application on agricultural market allowing secure device connection to tractor infotainment. Cross-fertilization between automotive and agricultural markets bringing cutting-edge in-cabin technology to agriculture. Dr. Josef Mayer, VP and Managing Director for Fendt R&D, leads technical collaboration from Fendt side.
• Ducati Motor HoldingcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 October 2025Strategic partnership to enrich motorcycle riding experience with innovative infotainment and connectivity technology. ART provides its advanced expertise in infotainment systems used in luxury and super sports cars. Ducati contributes market knowledge and best practices. Based on shared values of engineering quality, attention to detail, and continuous innovation. CEO Francesco Ortix described it as 'perfect combination of two Italian brands of excellence.'
• JojobminorOthers · 14 September 2023B Corp certified carpooling service partnership for sustainable employee transportation. Jojob provides mobile app connecting colleagues for home-to-work commute sharing. ART partnership resulted in over 18 tons less CO2 emissions in 2023. Aligned with European Mobility Week and corporate sustainability goals.
• RightwaresecondaryStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 November 2022Partnership with Rightware (Finnish software company) and ITS Umbria Academy for creation of Kanzi Learning Lab. Rightware granted software licenses and assistance for training program using Kanzi One HMI development environment. ART provided technical lectures and assistance for students learning UI Design/Interaction for automotive sector.
• Apple (CarPlay)coreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2014Development collaboration with Apple for first ART CarPlay product, unveiled at Geneva Motor Show. Enabled smartphone integration in vehicle infotainment systems. Founding partnership establishing ART in connected automotive infotainment market.
• TEMIS (Aerospace company)secondaryStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2014Collaboration to develop telemetry system for European Space Agency's Vega rocket. System designed to transmit data and video incorporating technological elements from motorsport engineering. Demonstrated ART's ability to adapt innovations across industries.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Aptiv: Global Tier-1 supplier of vehicle architecture including cockpit controllers, infotainment, and user experience solutions. Direct competitor in integrated cockpit domain controllers with significantly larger scale and broader cross-OEM relationships.
• Harman International: Samsung-owned Tier-1 supplier of connected car infotainment, cockpit solutions, and ADAS, serving most global volume and premium OEMs. Direct competitor to ART in luxury cockpit programs but with vastly larger R&D budget, manufacturing footprint, and cross-OEM platform coverage.
• Continental Automotive: Major Tier-1 supplier offering integrated cockpit, HMI, and infotainment solutions through its Automotive Group. Direct overlap with ART's e-cockpit portfolio across passenger vehicle OEMs, with the scale and in-house silicon (within Elektrobit) that ART must compete against.

Emerging players

• Cerence Inc. Pure-play automotive AI company providing in-cabin voice, gesture, and AI assistant technologies integrated into OEM infotainment systems. Comparable to ART's AI-based voice recognition in ARTIST10 as a software-layer supplier increasingly embedded in luxury cockpit stacks.

Direct peers

• Luxoft (DXC Technology): Engineering services and software provider with a dedicated automotive division focused on infotainment, cockpit, ADAS, and connected vehicle platforms. Comparable to ART as a software-heavy automotive engineering partner to premium OEMs, though operating at significantly larger scale.
• KPIT Technologies: India-headquartered automotive engineering and software services firm specializing in cockpit, infotainment, ADAS, and electrification programs. Comparable to ART as an embedded software and integration partner for global OEMs, often competing for the same engineering services scopes.
• Rightware: Finnish HMI development tool vendor (Kanzi) and ART partner (Kanzi Learning Lab). Provides HMI design tools widely used in automotive cockpits, complementary to ART's platform business but increasingly competitive as it expands toward turnkey UI/UX stacks.
• Preh (Joyson Electronics): Human-Machine Interface and cockpit electronics specialist serving premium European OEMs including BMW and Mercedes-Benz. Direct peer in HMI/control units and cockpit electronics with strong luxury-OEM positioning similar to ART's super-sport focus.
• Elektrobit: Subsidiary of Continental providing automotive embedded software, HMI development tools, and functional safety/cybersecurity software stacks. Comparable to ART's ART SDK and Safety/Compliance Security offerings as a software-layer supplier to OEMs and Tier-1s.
• Visteon: Pure-play digital cockpit and display electronics Tier-1 serving global OEMs with integrated cluster, infotainment, and SmartCore multi-domain controller platforms. Closest direct competitor to ART's ARTIST integrated e-cockpit proposition, particularly relevant as both target software-defined cockpit consolidation.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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