AISAN TECHNOLOGY
AISAN TECHNOLOGY (4667.T) is a Nagoya-based surveying software and autonomous driving technology company serving Japanese government agencies, municipalities, surveying firms, and automotive/MaaS customers through its Public and Mobility-DX segments.
- Company typePublic
- Founded1970
- HeadquartersNagoya, Japan
- Headcount—
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingSoftware
What AISAN TECHNOLOGY does
AISAN TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. (アイサンテクノロジー株式会社) is a Japan-based surveying and spatial information technology company founded in 1970 and listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange (ticker 4667.T), headquartered in Nagoya. The company operates two reportable segments. The Public Segment provides surveying and civil engineering software (WingneoINFINITY, WingEarth, ANIST, LasPort, GrandBase), MMS (Mobile Mapping System) hardware, and related surveying/measurement services to government agencies, municipalities, surveying firms, and construction consultants through both direct sales and a nationwide dealer network. The Mobility-DX Segment provides high-precision 3D maps for autonomous driving, autonomous vehicle system development, and social implementation consulting to automotive manufacturers, Tier 1 suppliers, municipalities, and public transportation operators, leveraging the A-Drive joint venture with Mitsubishi Corporation for vehicle sales and operations.
The company's underlying technology stack combines high-precision GNSS/GPS positioning, 3D point cloud processing, and proprietary 3D mesh and visualization algorithms, with patented capabilities including WingEarth's overhang-supporting mesh technology (Patent No. 6349377) and Bold Point Cloud visualization (patent pending). AI/ML capabilities center on computer vision for autonomous vehicle image recognition and multi-sensor fusion, integrated through the open-source Autoware platform via the Tier IV partnership. Revenue is generated through one-time software licenses, hardware resale (surveying equipment, MMS, autonomous vehicle hardware), contract services (percentage-of-completion for long-term projects), and recurring annual support contracts (ATM'S service, MMS maintenance, autonomous bus rental). The company holds a 75-76% equity ratio, indicating a low-leverage balance sheet, and its mid-term management plan targets consolidated revenue growth from 6.0 billion JPY (FY2025) to 8.0 billion JPY (FY2027).
AISAN TECHNOLOGY firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- AISAN TECHNOLOGY
- Legal name
- アイサンテクノロジー株式会社 (AISAN TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.)
- Website
- https://aisantec.co.jp
- Company type
- Public
- Founded year
- 1970
- Operating status
- Operating
- Short description
- AISAN TECHNOLOGY (4667.T) is a Nagoya-based surveying software and autonomous driving technology company serving Japanese government agencies, municipalities, surveying firms, and automotive/MaaS customers through its Public and Mobility-DX segments.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
AISAN TECHNOLOGY industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Surveying and Spatial Information Software
- NAICS
- Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511), Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (3345), Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151)
- SIC
- Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812), Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373)
- akta.pro primary industry
- 3D Vision, Depth Sensing & Point Cloud Analytics (HDAAAEAK)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- HD Maps & Localization for Autonomous/ADAS (BPAMANAL), Autonomous Vehicles & Ground Mobility (HDAAAIAF)
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Where AISAN TECHNOLOGY is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Nagoya
- HQ country
- Japan
- HQ region
- Asia
Offices5 records
Markets served
AISAN TECHNOLOGY business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Software
- Cost components
- Personnel, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Self-developed Software Sales: Sale of proprietary surveying, civil engineering, and 3D point cloud processing software (WingneoINFINITY, WingEarth, ANIST, LasPort, GrandBase). Revenue is recognized at point of sale for most transactions, with some recognized over the contract period. This represents the company's core software product revenue.
- Measurement Equipment Sales: Resale of surveying measurement equipment (total stations, GNSS receivers) and MMS (Mobile Mapping System) equipment, along with autonomous driving system hardware (Minibus, HDR cameras, positioning equipment). Revenue recognized at delivery.
- Contract Services and Development: Various contract work including surveying services (land, river, marine), 3D measurement and analysis, high-precision 3D map database construction, autonomous vehicle/system development, and autonomous driving social implementation projects. Revenue recognized upon delivery or using percentage-of-completion method for long-term projects.
- Support and Maintenance Services (Stock): Recurring subscription-style services including ATMS service (annual support contracts), MMS maintenance contracts, autonomous bus rental services, and surveying equipment support packs. These provide stable recurring revenue through contract renewal.
- Real Estate Rental: Rental income from company-owned buildings. Revenue recognized monthly. This segment is reported separately and not included in the main reporting segments.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | ANIST Version1.5.0 - Point cloud CAD system for drawing and graphics creation |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | ANIST Version1.4.0 - Previous version of point cloud CAD system |
| Subscription | Annual | ATM'S Service - Annual support contract for self-developed software |
| Subscription | Annual | MMS Maintenance Contract - Mobile Mapping System support |
| Subscription | Annual | Autonomous Bus Rental - For social implementation projects |
| Subscription | Annual | Surveying Equipment Support Pack |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels6 records
AISAN TECHNOLOGY product offering
Product offeringCore offering
AISAN TECHNOLOGY develops and sells surveying, civil engineering, and 3D point cloud processing software, and provides high-precision 3D mapping and autonomous driving system integration services. The company offers hardware such as Mobile Mapping Systems (MMS) and operates an end-to-end 'seamless' business model covering the full chain from 3D map creation and autonomous vehicle development to social implementation consulting for municipalities and transport operators.
Product overview
AISAN TECHNOLOGY offers a comprehensive spatial information and autonomous driving technology portfolio spanning two business segments. The Public Segment focuses on surveying and spatial information with core products including WingneoINFINITY (surveying CAD system), WingEarth (large-scale 3D point cloud editing tool), ANIST (point cloud-to-drawing CAD system), LasPort (cloud-connected total station controller), and GrandBase (BIM/CIM LandXML tool). The Mobility-DX Segment provides autonomous driving solutions including high-precision 3D maps, autonomous driving system development, and the new DEXIO digital twin platform. The company also manufactures and sells MMS (Mobile Mapping System) hardware and provides related support services (ATM'S). Products are designed to work together, with ANIST integrating parts data from WingneoINFINITY and WingEarth providing point cloud processing that feeds into mapping and autonomous driving applications.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- ANIST: Point cloud CAD system for creating floor plans and drawings from point cloud data
- WingEarth
- Wingneo INFINITY
- LasPort
- GrandBase
- MMS (Mobile Mapping System)
- ATM'S
- DEXIO
- MMS-Inspector
- E-Collector
Products and services
- WingneoINFINITY Surveying CAD system providing comprehensive measurement and civil engineering design capabilities, supporting surveying workflows from field data collection to final drawing output. Used by surveying companies, civil engineering firms, and government agencies.
- WingEarth Large-scale 3D point cloud high-speed editing tool for processing massive point cloud datasets captured by MMS and 3D scanners. Features proprietary 3D mesh technology (Patent No. 6349377) for creating models of complex structures including tunnels and bridges.
- ANIST Point cloud CAD system that completes floor plan and drawing creation from point cloud data in a single application. Industry-first software combining point cloud processing with CAD functionality, featuring proprietary Bold point cloud visualization technology. Used by construction consulting firms and surveying companies.
- LasPort Next-generation total station controller with cloud data connectivity, enabling real-time data sync between field surveying and office processing. Designed to improve field work efficiency and collaboration.
- GrandBase ICT construction tool for LandXML creation and editing, supporting J-LandXML format required for BIM/CIM workflows. Enables 3D planning for linear, vertical, and cross-sectional design.
- DEXIO (デクシオ) Digital twin platform enabling visualization of urban models and 3D point cloud data in web browsers. Provides integrated utilization of diverse data for administrative services and infrastructure management.
- MMS (Mobile Mapping System) Vehicle-mounted 3D measurement system for high-precision spatial data acquisition. Includes MMS-G model with compact, lightweight design for easy transportation and vehicle attachment. Used for surveying, autonomous driving map creation, and infrastructure inspection.
- High-Precision 3D Maps Custom high-precision 3D map databases for autonomous driving applications, created using proprietary MMS technology and processing algorithms. Essential for Level 4 autonomous driving systems. Provided to automotive manufacturers and municipalities.
- Autonomous Driving System Development Complete autonomous driving system development solutions from high-precision 3D mapping to vehicle system construction and social implementation support, provided to automotive manufacturers, municipalities, and transport operators.
- ATM'S Services Annual support contracts providing software updates, technical support, and maintenance services for WingneoINFINITY and other self-developed software products. Includes latest version delivery rights, telephone support, dedicated website access, and network authentication.
- E-Collector Application for visualizing progress of on-site survey attendance work for cadastral map creation, used by registry offices and surveying companies.
- Total Station Certified Inspection Support Pack Long-term support service for surveying equipment, providing certified inspection and maintenance from purchase through lifecycle.
Quantifiable outcome
- Achieved Japan's first driverless Level 4 autonomous bus operation on public roads in Shiojiri City, Nagano (January 2025)
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Companies that use AISAN TECHNOLOGY
Customer profileNamed customers12 records
Segments5 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
AISAN TECHNOLOGY technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration4 records
AI capability7 records
Feature6 records
AISAN TECHNOLOGY partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
16 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.
- Meitetsu Auto Maintenance (名鉄自動車整備)minorThree-party agreement with Meitetsu Auto Maintenance, AISAN, and A-Drive to build maintenance systems for autonomous vehicles. Meitetsu provides vehicle inspection and regular maintenance services for autonomous buses deployed in demonstration projects.
- Okayama University (岡山大学)minorJoint research agreement with Okayama University Graduate School of Environmental and Life Science Research, Professor Nishiyama Satoshi, for 'Research and Development of Infrastructure Maintenance Technology Using 3D Data.' Research period: May 2025 to March 2026.
- Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (国土交通省)coreAISAN obtained 'GeoSynergy Linkage Hub' lab certification from MLIT's Geographic Spatial Information Division. This certification recognizes the company's applications that seamlessly convert different types of positional information data into 4D spatiotemporal information (Spatial ID), contributing to the modernization of urban and infrastructure management.
- Kyoto Smart City Promotion Council (京都スマートシティ推進協議会)minorAISAN participated in the Digital Agency-commissioned 'Demonstration Research on Infrastructure Construction for Distributed Coordinated Operation of Multiple Mobility.' Provided autonomous vehicles and built a positional information coordination platform for coordinated operation of multiple autonomous vehicles and delivery robots.
- East Japan Railway Company (JR East)coreCollaboration agreement for new mobility-related businesses utilizing autonomous driving technology. AISAN provides 3D map data and vehicle/system integration; A-Drive handles autonomous vehicle provision, operational support, and consulting. The partnership aims to advance autonomous driving social implementation using JR East's rail infrastructure and passenger networks.
- Mitsubishi Corporation (三菱商事)coreMitsubishi Corporation co-founded A-Drive Corporation with AISAN TECHNOLOGY as a joint venture to accelerate autonomous driving social implementation. A-Drive serves as the primary channel for autonomous vehicle sales and operational management in Japan, combining Mitsubishi's commercial network with AISAN's technology.
- Tama University (多摩大学)minorComprehensive partnership agreement for industry-academia collaboration, focusing on mobility innovation and regional digital transformation initiatives.
- KADO (、塩尻市振興公社かしこい自営型テレワーク)minorPartnership with Shiojiri City Public Interest Incorporated Foundation's short-time home-based work promotion project 'KADO.' KADO handles part of AISAN's high-precision 3D map production process, contributing to regional employment creation while supporting autonomous driving business operations.
- Shiojiri City, Nagano PrefecturecoreComprehensive partnership agreement for autonomous driving technology practicalization, sustainable regional transportation, and autonomous driving technology accumulation with regional industry impact. Shiojiri City became the first municipality in Japan to obtain Level 4 autonomous driving approval for driverless bus operation on public roads, with AISAN providing high-precision 3D maps and A-Drive providing operational management.
- The Autoware FoundationcoreAISAN TECHNOLOGY joined The Autoware Foundation in May 2019. The foundation operates 'Autoware,' the world's leading open-source autonomous driving software. AISAN contributes mapping, vehicle system development, and social implementation expertise. The foundation celebrated its 10th anniversary in 2025.
- Tier IV (ティアフォー)coreStrategic partnership with Tier IV, developer of Autoware open-source autonomous driving software. AISAN and Tier IV have collaborated since approximately 2010 on high-precision 3D maps for autonomous driving. They co-develop Level IV Discovery solutions with Sompo Japan and Okaya, and AISAN distributes Tier IV's Minibus autonomous vehicle and HDR cameras in Japan.
- Sompo Japan (損害保険ジャパン)corePartnership under the Level IV Discovery initiative, providing integrated autonomous driving solutions including accident prevention, monitoring, and compensation. Sompo Japan provides insurance and safety solutions; AISAN provides mapping and system integration; Tier IV provides autonomous driving software; Okaya provides hardware procurement support.
- Okaya (岡谷鋼機)coreStrategic partner under Level IV Discovery initiative for autonomous driving solutions. Okaya provides hardware procurement and distribution capabilities, complementing AISAN's mapping technology and Tier IV's software.
- Dynamic Map Platform (ダイナミックマップ基盤)corePartnership for autonomous driving map data development and demonstration experiments at Chubu International Airport. Combined Dynamic Map Platform's mapping standards with AISAN's MMS technology and Chubu Sky Support's operational capabilities.
- SIGNATE (株式会社SIGNATE)minorJoint proposal with SIGNATE was selected by NEDO for 'Research on Efficient and Effective AI Chip/Next-Generation Computing Technology Development.' AISAN conducted data collection driving for the project, combining its MMS technology with SIGNATE's AI/data science expertise.
- MONET Technologies (モネ・テクノロジーズ)minorAISAN joined the MONET Consortium, established by SoftBank and Toyota, which promotes enterprise collaboration for mobility innovation. The consortium aims to create new mobility services through platform-based cooperation among member companies.
Scale indicators11 records
Recent moves8 records
Expansion highlights6 records
AISAN TECHNOLOGY competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Trimble Inc. Global surveying, geospatial, and construction technology leader offering GNSS receivers, total stations, and point cloud software analogous to AISAN's product stack. Operates at much larger scale with broader portfolio across construction and agriculture.
- Autodesk, Inc. Autodesk Civil 3D and InfraWorks compete with WingneoINFINITY for civil engineering and infrastructure design workflows, while ReCap competes with WingEarth/ANIST in point cloud processing for surveying and BIM/CIM use cases.
- Mitsubishi Electric Corporation: Manufacturer of the MMS-G mobile mapping system distributed by AISAN. As a large electronics conglomerate with adjacent geospatial and infrastructure businesses, Mitsubishi Electric is both an MMS hardware supplier and a potential competitor in broader ITS and infrastructure DX.
- Esri (Environmental Systems Research Institute): Dominant GIS platform provider (ArcGIS) used by municipalities and infrastructure agencies; a potential competitor and complementary geospatial infrastructure for AISAN's surveying customers and DEXIO digital twin platform.
- Hexagon AB (Leica Geosystems): Hexagon's Leica Geosystems division is the dominant global provider of surveying instruments, laser scanners, and point cloud software (Cyclone, Reality Capture), competing head-on with AISAN's WingEarth and MMS offerings for high-end surveying and infrastructure customers.
Direct peers
- Dynamic Map Platform Co., Ltd. Direct HD map and localization data provider for autonomous driving; AISAN is an active partner in HD map development and demonstration experiments at Chubu International Airport. DMP represents the most direct competitor in the autonomous driving HD map data layer.
- Tier IV, Inc. Developer of the open-source Autoware autonomous driving platform and a core strategic partner for AISAN's Mobility-DX segment. They co-develop Level IV Discovery solutions, and Tier IV's Minibus and HDR cameras are distributed by AISAN, making Tier IV a partner-competitor in autonomous driving system integration.
- Topcon Corporation: Topcon is Japan's leading surveying instrument, GNSS positioning, and 3D point cloud hardware/software vendor. It directly competes with AISAN's MMS hardware distribution and WingneoINFINITY/WingEarth point cloud software for the same surveying and civil engineering customer base.
- HERE Technologies: Global HD map and location data provider for ADAS and autonomous driving, with automotive OEM contracts analogous to AISAN's longstanding HD map supply to Japanese automotive manufacturers since ~2010.
Emerging players
- Mobileye (Intel): Provider of ADAS and autonomous driving perception/remapping solutions serving automotive OEMs. Mobileye's REM crowdsourced HD map approach overlaps with the high-precision 3D mapping market where AISAN supplies Japanese automotive manufacturers.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
AISAN TECHNOLOGY social profiles
Digital presenceAISAN TECHNOLOGY compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance1 record
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AISAN TECHNOLOGY leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles5 records
AISAN TECHNOLOGY subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries4 records
AISAN TECHNOLOGY funding detail
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Funding rounds
Investors
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Investments4 records
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Frequently asked questions about AISAN TECHNOLOGY
What does AISAN TECHNOLOGY do?
AISAN TECHNOLOGY develops and sells surveying, civil engineering, and 3D point cloud processing software, and provides high-precision 3D mapping and autonomous driving system integration services. The company offers hardware such as Mobile Mapping Systems (MMS) and operates an end-to-end 'seamless' business model covering the full chain from 3D map creation and autonomous vehicle development to social implementation consulting for municipalities and transport operators.
Is AISAN TECHNOLOGY a public or private company?
AISAN TECHNOLOGY is a public company. It is classified as public and is currently operating.
When was AISAN TECHNOLOGY founded?
AISAN TECHNOLOGY was founded in 1970.
Where is AISAN TECHNOLOGY based?
AISAN TECHNOLOGY is headquartered in Nagoya, Japan, in the Asia region.
How does AISAN TECHNOLOGY make money?
Five revenue lines are on record. Self-developed Software Sales are the primary driver. The others are measurement Equipment Sales, contract Services and Development, support and Maintenance Services (Stock) and real Estate Rental.
Who are AISAN TECHNOLOGY's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Trimble Inc., Autodesk, Inc., Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Esri (Environmental Systems Research Institute) and Hexagon AB (Leica Geosystems). Direct peers are Dynamic Map Platform Co., Ltd., Tier IV, Inc., Topcon Corporation and HERE Technologies. Mobileye (Intel) is listed as an emerging player.
Does AISAN TECHNOLOGY have an API?
No public API is recorded for AISAN TECHNOLOGY.
What industry is AISAN TECHNOLOGY in?
AISAN TECHNOLOGY's product category is Surveying and Spatial Information Software. Its primary akta.pro industry code is HDAAAEAK, 3D Vision, Depth Sensing & Point Cloud Analytics, with a secondary code of BPAMANAL, HD Maps & Localization for Autonomous/ADAS. Its NAICS code is 334511 and its SIC code is 3812.