TIER IV and HORIBA MIRA have announced a strategic collaboration to accelerate autonomous driving development across the United Kingdom and Europe. The partnership combines TIER IV’s open-source autonomous driving platforms with HORIBA MIRA’s engineering validation and testing infrastructure.
Highlights
- TIER IV will deploy its autonomous driving system, Minibus 2.0 electric vehicle, and sensor packages through the partnership
- HORIBA MIRA will provide localization, safety validation, and regulatory compliance support
- First project involves autonomous bus deployment at HORIBA MIRA’s UK proving ground
- Collaboration targets Level 4 autonomous operations for municipalities and transport operators
Collaboration Scope and Deliverables
TIER IV will supply software and hardware solutions including its autonomous driving system, Minibus 2.0 electric vehicle, sensor packages, and operational support. HORIBA MIRA will deliver localization and safety validation services alongside engineering support for local regulatory compliance.
The initial deployment will place an autonomous bus on HORIBA MIRA’s proving ground, establishing foundations for Level 4 operations at the company’s UK technology hub.
Expanding European Autonomous Vehicle Operations
TIER IV brings extensive Level 4 deployment experience from Japan to the partnership. The company aims to share technical expertise with municipalities, transport operators, and vehicle manufacturers throughout Europe.
TIER IV’s autonomous driving system supports diverse applications:
- Off-road dump trucks
- Factory logistics operations
- Regional transportation services
Regional partnerships will extend deployments into new operational environments across Europe.
Executive Perspectives
TIER IV COO Ko Miyoshi stated the collaboration combines advanced platforms with HORIBA MIRA’s engineering and validation expertise. The partnership aims to deliver safe, reliable, and sustainable mobility solutions tailored to local requirements.
Alastair Evanson, HORIBA MIRA’s head of business development and commercial operations, noted the company has invested significantly in autonomous vehicle technologies. The collaboration extends HORIBA MIRA’s commitment to supporting innovation through engineering and testing expertise for European market localization.
About the Partners
TIER IV develops Autoware, open-source software for autonomous driving. The company provides platforms and services spanning software development, vehicle procurement, and operational support through the Autoware ecosystem.
Learn more at https://tier4.jp/en/.
HORIBA MIRA specializes in advanced engineering, research, and testing services for connected autonomous vehicles. The company operates from its UK Technology Park with more than £100 million invested in infrastructure including purpose-built proving grounds and autonomous-ready test environments.
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