Lumotive: Investment Raised From Amazon And ITHCA

By Amit Chowdhry • Jul 24, 2025

Lumotive, a pioneer in programmable optical semiconductor tech, announced investments from Amazon Industrial Innovation Fund and ITHCA Group.

These funds will accelerate product deployment in industrial markets and boost its global presence. The Amazon fund supports automation and industrial systems, backing Lumotive’s digital, reconfigurable semiconductor that replaces mechanical optical parts. Its LCM platform enables compact, software-defined perception systems, which are crucial for future factories, robots, and logistics.

Amazon’s support positions Lumotive among leading innovators shaping industrial AI. ITHCA Group’s investment aligns with Oman’s digital goals, helping Lumotive enter the region and benefit from regional growth.

These investments, along with financing from Stifel Bank, expand Lumotive’s Series B funding, adding to previous investments from EDOM, East Bridge, Gates Frontier, and others. As adoption grows, Lumotive aims to energize automation, mobility, and smart infrastructure.

KEY QUOTES:

“We invest in breakthrough technologies that redefine what’s possible—and Lumotive is doing  just that. With their programmable optical beamforming chips, Lumotive is building a critical foundation for the next generation of intelligent machines. We’re excited to support their mission and see broad potential for their technology in industrial automation, robotics, and beyond.”

Franziska Bossart, Director, Amazon Industrial Innovation Fund

“This strategic investment reflects our confidence in Lumotive’s world-class technology and its potential impact on the region. Lumotive’s presence in Oman strengthens our innovation ecosystem and supports national priorities across telecommunications, AI, and smart infrastructure. We’re proud to welcome Lumotive to our growing portfolio of future-focused companies.”

Said bin Abdullah Al Mandhari, CEO of ITHCA Group

“These investments reinforce the transformational potential of our programmable optical semiconductor platform. As global industries embrace software-defined automation, Lumotive is uniquely positioned to deliver the intelligent sensing solutions needed for the future of robotics, logistics, and manufacturing. This funding fuels our mission to scale rapidly and lead this new wave of innovation.”

Dr. Sam Heidari, CEO of Lumotive