Niterra Co., Ltd. Invests in Sibros’ $9 Million Growth Funding Round to Accelerate Software-Defined Vehicle Innovation
Niterra Co., Ltd., headquartered in Nagoya, Japan, today announced its participation in a $9 million growth financing round for Sibros, a leading provider of Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV) platforms. The strategic investment underscores Niterra’s commitment to advancing next-generation mobility technologies and supporting innovation across the global automotive ecosystem.In addition to the investment, Niterra will sponsor Sibros’ invite-only 4th Annual Magic of Mobility Cocktail Reception, taking place at Spago by Wolfgang Puck during CES 2026, scheduled for January 6–9 in Las Vegas. The event brings together senior automotive executives, technology leaders, and industry innovators to discuss the future of connected and software-driven mobility.
Enabling the Future of Software-Defined Vehicles
Software-defined vehicles are transforming the automotive industry by integrating advanced software with vehicle hardware to improve performance, safety, regulatory compliance, and customer experience. As vehicles become increasingly connected and software-centric, automotive original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) face growing challenges in managing software complexity across the full vehicle lifecycle—from development and production to service and in-field operations.
Sibros addresses these challenges by delivering a production-proven, flexibly integrated SDV platform that unifies vehicle software updates, diagnostics, data management, cloud connectivity, and emerging AI-driven capabilities. The company enables OEMs to operationalize software at scale while maintaining reliability, security, and efficiency.
Strategic Investment to Drive Growth and Commercialization
“Sibros’ core value is powering positive change by enabling vehicle OEMs with full-lifecycle software, data, and diagnostic solutions,” said Hemant Sikaria, CEO and co-founder of Sibros. “Our customers gain a competitive advantage through analytics-driven insights, smarter diagnostics, and enhanced vehicle connectivity. Niterra’s investment will help us further advance our technology and expand commercialization opportunities, enabling vehicles that are smarter, more reliable, and truly future-ready.”
Sibros’ platform is currently deployed by more than 30 automotive OEMs across over 40 vehicle architectures, demonstrating its scalability and global adoption. With the new funding, the company plans to further enhance its software capabilities, scale commercial operations, and expand its global sales and marketing teams to meet increasing demand for SDV solutions.
Niterra’s Vision for Mobility Innovation
Through its venture arm, Niterra Ventures Company, Niterra continues to invest in technologies that improve quality of life and drive long-term innovation. The company views software-defined vehicles as a cornerstone of the future transportation landscape.
“Niterra Ventures Company backs innovation that improves quality of life through cutting-edge technologies,” said Dirk Schapeler, President of Niterra Ventures Company. “Software-defined vehicles are redefining how we think about transportation, and Sibros is emerging as a global leader in this space. Our investment reflects Niterra’s commitment to advancing a scalable automotive ecosystem that maximizes value for OEMs, consumers, and society.”
Strengthening the Global SDV Ecosystem
By joining Sibros’ growth funding round, Niterra reinforces its strategic focus on digital transformation within mobility and automotive technologies. The partnership is expected to accelerate the adoption of software-defined vehicles worldwide, enabling automakers to deliver continuous innovation, improved safety, and enhanced customer experiences throughout the vehicle lifecycle.
As the automotive industry continues its shift toward software-centric architectures, collaborations between technology leaders like Sibros and global industrial innovators such as Niterra are poised to play a critical role in shaping the future of mobility.
About Sibros
Sibros is a global leader in Software‑Defined Vehicle (SDV) management solutions. Its Deep Connected Platform delivers full-vehicle OTA software updates, real-time data collection, predictive diagnostics, and AI-driven analytics, enabling automakers and EV brands to deliver intelligent, secure, and scalable digital vehicle service
About Niterra
Niterra Co., Ltd. (formerly NGK SPARK PLUG CO., LTD.) is a globally recognized manufacturer founded in 1936, best known for its NGK-branded spark plugs and NTK-branded ceramic products. The company’s consolidated revenues in fiscal 2024 (to March 2025) totalled 652.9 billion yen (4,267 million USD). Niterra has 31 bases in Japan and 62 overseas, and approximately 16,000 employees worldwide.