Japan’s SkyDrive has raised new funding through a third-party share allotment to Resona Asset Management Co, a Japanese asset manager. This capital injection strengthens SkyDrive’s business foundation as it prepares for its planned commercial launch in 2028, said the company in a press statement.
“In July 2026, Japan’s Cabinet approved the “Japan Growth Strategy “, said the eVTOL developer. “This plan prioritizes building new industrial infrastructure, specifically in aviation and space, and targets global market growth. The public and private sectors are now accelerating the adoption of eVTOL aircraft, viewing the industry as a core area for fostering domestic new industries and generating globally competitive innovation. In response to these national developments and industry shifts, Resona Asset Management made a “crossover investment” in SkyDrive. This is an investment approach where institutional investors who primarily manage public equities invest in high-growth, pre-IPO private companies.
“This investment from a major institutional investor specializing in public equities reflects strong confidence in SkyDrive’s future potential and provides significant momentum for the company’s mid- to long-term growth,” said SkyDrive. “SkyDrive will leverage this support to accelerate aircraft development and strengthen its business foundation…. the company is working to obtain type certification, build mass-production capabilities, and drive sustainable enterprise value to achieve its 2028 commercial service launch.”
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