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British Airways owner IAG seeks early-stage tech in AI, drones
International Airlines Group is opening applications for its 2026 accelerator programme and is looking for startups to solve challenges in scheduling and aircraft maintenance.
Mar 26, 2026How Honda Xcelerator Ventures uses indirect investing as a strategic radar for…
Honda Xcelerator Ventures invests in several VC funds globally to gain insights into early stage breakthrough technologies.
Mar 23, 2026Maersk halts VC investing, slims team to focus on venture clienting
The Danish shipping and logistics company will focus on commercial partnerships with startups instead of minority equity investing.
Mar 19, 202616 standout women in CVC in the UK
Our project to highlight the outstanding women working in corporate venturing now focuses on the UK.
Mar 6, 2026Japan Airlines launches $50m second VC fund under new in-house ventures unit
With a new US-headquartered CVC arm, Japan Airlines looks to invest further beyond the core.
Mar 4, 2026Ekberg steps down as CEO of Volvo Cars’ investment arm
Ann-Sofie Ekberg spent seven years at Volvo Cars, with the last two-and-a-half years as the head of the CVC unit.
Feb 25, 2026Auto parts maker Aisin doubles VC fund to $100m
Japan-based Aisin has extended its partnership with Pegasus Tech Ventures to 2036 as it expands into investment areas such as healthcare and energy.
Feb 24, 2026Lane leaves VC role at car parts supplier BorgWarner
David Lane spent 17 yearss at auto suppliers before moving to WEX, where he will focus on European mobility business.
Feb 4, 2026Graham joins Canadian telecoms company Telus's venture arm
Telus Global Ventures has hired Ted Graham, a former GM Ventures principal who was also General Motors' open innovation chief, as partner.
Feb 3, 2026Zaitoun joins VC arm of International Airlines Group
Hani Zaitoun has a background in venture debt at HSBC and Silicon Valley Bank.
Feb 2, 2026Toyota, Airbus Ventures invest in satellite connectivity startup CesiumAstro
CesiumAstro has secured $470m from investors including Airbus Ventures and Woven Capital, as it aims to build out its satellite connectivity technology.
Feb 2, 2026Otomo joins Toyota's new mobility tech VC arm
Masataka Otomo will be part of newly established Toyota Invention Partners, which focuses on Japanese mobility tech startups.
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