Wind Turbine Blade Maintenance Startup LEBO ROBOTICS Secures Series B Funding

Overview of the Funding

LEBO ROBOTICS Inc. has announced the completion of the first close of its Series B funding round. The investors in this round are Abies Ventures Fund I, L.P., managed by Abies Ventures Inc., and the Tamashima Regional Revitalization Investment Limited Partnership, managed by Aizawa Asset Management Co., Ltd. The newly raised capital will be allocated toward the automated control of maintenance robots, global expansion, and organizational strengthening, including recruitment. The total funding amount for the entire Series B round is scheduled to be announced following the completion of the second close.

About LEBO ROBOTICS

Founded in 2018, LEBO ROBOTICS provides advanced solutions that optimize wind turbine maintenance through robotics. Specializing in blade inspection and repair—tasks that traditionally require high-altitude work—the company offers commercial services utilizing its proprietary robots. Its AI-driven visual inspection services boast a proven track record of over 1,000 wind turbines inspected domestically in Japan.

Purpose of Funding and Future Outlook

With this capital infusion, LEBO ROBOTICS will focus on three key initiatives. First, the company will advance the autonomous control of its robots by leveraging sensing technologies, 3D data, and AI to achieve fully automated operations. Second, leveraging the technological foundation established in Japan, it will accelerate its global expansion, primarily targeting the North American and European markets. Third, the company will aggressively recruit talent to strengthen its R&D and business development capabilities, aiming for global business growth driven by a tripartite operational structure spanning Japan, Europe, and the United States.