Co-LABO MAKER

Based in Japan, Co-LABO MAKER Co. , Ltd. , d. b.

a. Co‑LABO MAKER, operates an online collaboration platform that provides laboratory and equipment sharing, experiment commissioning support, and the trading of used research instruments and materials. Co-LABO MAKER Co. , Ltd.

, d. b. a. Co‑LABO MAKER, was founded in 2017 in Sendai, Japan, and operates as an independent entity.

The company focuses on facilitating access to specialized laboratory spaces and equipment for researchers. Yuki Furuya leads the organization as CEO. In April 2026, Co-LABO MAKER raised an undisclosed amount in venture funding from Cactus Communications Group. Co-LABO MAKER is a collaboration platform dedicated to research and development, providing access to a diverse range of laboratory and experimental facilities.

The company's primary offerings include the rental of laboratory spaces equipped with essential organic synthesis tools such as evaporators and stirrers, as well as analytical instruments like HP-LC and NMR systems. By facilitating access to specialized laboratories for material synthesis, cell culture, and microbiological experiments, Co-LABO MAKER reduces entry barriers for researchers and organizations, serving clients primarily in Japan and broader Asian markets. Co-LABO MAKER is a collaboration platform dedicated to research and development, providing access to a diverse range of laboratory and experimental facilities. The company's primary offerings include the rental of laboratory spaces equipped with essential organic synthesis tools such as evaporators and stirrers, as well as analytical instruments like HP-LC and NMR systems.

By facilitating access to specialized laboratories for material synthesis, cell culture, and microbiological experiments, Co-LABO MAKER reduces entry barriers for researchers and organizations, serving clients primarily in Japan and broader Asian markets. Co-LABO MAKER generates revenue through a structured transaction model that involves laboratory rentals and service agreements with clients. Users can book laboratory spaces for specific periods, allowing for flexible experimentation without the financial burden of long-term leases. The platform employs a subscription model for ongoing services, where clients access particular facilities and equipment on an as-needed basis.

Additional revenue streams may come from transactional fees associated with outsourced services such as sample preparation and experimental analysis, tailored to various research needs across academic and industrial sectors. The company will use the April 2026 funding to enhance its services, improve access to research resources, and help build a more sustainable research ecosystem.