Tokyo, October 8, 2026 – TIER IV CEO Shinpei Kato has received the Venture Executive Award at the Keizaikai Legend Venture Awards. The award recognizes his leadership in building a global business centered on Autoware, open-source software for autonomous driving, advancing the deployment of autonomous driving in society, and driving sustainable business growth and long-term corporate value creation.
The Keizaikai Legend Venture Awards is a new awards program established by Keizaikai to recognize entrepreneurs who have played a leading role in Japan’s venture business community. The Venture Executive Award is presented to business leaders who have successfully scaled their businesses in growth industries through clear management strategies and strong execution, while creating sustainable corporate value.
TIER IV was listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market on July 22, 2026, and has been selected as a new constituent of the Tokyo Stock Price Index (TOPIX), effective October 30, 2026. Guided by its vision of making autonomous driving accessible to all, the company works with partners around the world to expand its possibilities through the ecosystem built around Autoware. By collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders, it is working to accelerate the development and deployment of autonomous driving technologies and help shape the future of mobility. This recognition further reinforces TIER IV’s commitment to advancing autonomous driving technology and its deployment in society, contributing to the realization of a better society.
About TIER IV
TIER IV stands at the forefront of deep tech innovation, pioneering Autoware, open-source software for autonomous driving. With a comprehensive suite of platforms and services built around Autoware, TIER IV provides everything from software development and vehicle procurement to operational support. Through the Autoware ecosystem, TIER IV works with partners worldwide to shape the future of intelligent vehicles with open-source software, aiming to create mobility that is safer, more sustainable, and accessible to all.
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