Micware Celebrates Nasdaq Global Market Listing by Ringing the Closing Bell

Kobe, June 9, 2026—Micware Co., Ltd. (the 'Company' or 'Micware'), a Japanese company providing software development services and innovative IT solutions mainly in the automotive and mobility sectors, announced today that its founder and CEO, Kenji Narushima, rang the Closing Bell at the Nasdaq Global Market on Monday, June 8, 2026, to celebrate the company’s listing. Accompanied by the management team, directors, and strategic partners, they commemorated this significant milestone in Micware's growth as it continues to advance software technology for connected cars and software-defined vehicles (SDV).

The company’s American Depositary Shares (ADS) began trading on May 14, 2026, under the ticker symbol 'MWC,' marking a new chapter for Micware as a public company. The listing is expected to strengthen existing international operations through subsidiaries in the US, Germany, and Thailand, while bolstering continued investment in automotive software technologies, including SDV, advanced digital mapping, and its proprietary in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) platform.

During the event, CEO Narushima reflected on the company's journey and future vision: 'Over 20 years ago, I founded Micware in Kobe with a very small team. Through years of dedication and deep expertise, we have grown into a global team of approximately 600 professionals. I believe this growth is a testament to the trust of our partners. We are proud to be recognized as one of the leading Japan-based Tier 1 IVI software suppliers, working with companies like Toyota and Honda.'

Micware, headquartered in Kobe, focuses primarily on the automotive and mobility sectors. The company’s core business involves the development and sale of In-Vehicle Infotainment (IVI) systems, including multimedia, navigation, human-machine interface (HMI), telematics, and driving support features. Additionally, it possesses strengths in developing navigation software and location-based smartphone applications.

Since its founding in 2003, Micware has accumulated over two decades of experience in automotive software development. The company has built long-term relationships with major Japanese automotive manufacturers (OEMs), including Honda and Toyota. Leveraging its engineering capabilities, proprietary technology, and long-standing OEM relationships, Micware was ranked as the 9th largest Tier 1 supplier in the IVI market based on revenue as of February 28, 2024, according to an industry report titled 'IVI, Automotive Navigation Systems and Digital Mapping Market,' commissioned by the company and prepared by Frost & Sullivan.