Deeptech startup RoshAi has raised ₹22 crore (approximately $2.4 million) in a funding round led by IAN Alpha Fund, as it looks to accelerate the development of autonomous vehicle solutions tailored for industrial environments.
The Kochi-based company plans to deploy the fresh capital to strengthen its core technology, expand deployments, and scale operations across global industrial markets. A portion of the funding will also be allocated toward team expansion and operational runway over the next 9–12 months.
RoshAi is building retrofit-based autonomous solutions that enable existing heavy vehicles—used in ports, mining sites, and logistics hubs—to operate without human drivers. Instead of requiring companies to invest in entirely new fleets, the startup integrates AI-powered autonomy systems, sensors, and cloud-based fleet management software into current vehicles.
The company’s platform includes retrofit hardware, in-vehicle autonomy systems, and a cloud-based control layer, allowing real-time monitoring, predictive insights, and efficient fleet management. This approach significantly reduces costs while improving safety and operational efficiency in industrial settings.
Commenting on the development, Founder and CEO Roshy John said, “This investment allows us to accelerate product development, scale deployments across global markets, and continue building a robust autonomy platform for industrial use cases.”
RoshAi has already tested its solutions over 100,000 km with zero safety incidents and is working with industrial operators across sectors such as logistics, mining, and ports. The company is also planning international expansion into markets including the United States, Australia, and Southeast Asia.
The funding comes at a time when the global industrial autonomous vehicles market is witnessing rapid growth, with increasing demand for automation, safety, and efficiency in large-scale operations. By focusing on retrofit solutions, RoshAi aims to make autonomous technology more accessible and scalable for traditional industries.
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