Caterpillar today entered into an agreement to acquire RPMGlobal, an Australian-based software company.
Founded in 1977 and headquartered in Brisbane, Australia, RPMGlobal is a provider of mining software solutions. The company has deep domain expertise in mining technology enablement, providing customers worldwide with data-driven software solutions at every stage of the mining lifecycle.
“RPMGlobal’s culture and agile approach to developing solutions aligns well with Caterpillar’s intense focus on solving customer needs,” said Denise Johnson, Group President of Caterpillar Resource Industries. “Their software solutions complement Caterpillar’s existing technologies, especially in areas such as asset management, fleet management and autonomy. Together, we have the potential to enhance mine-site operations for our customers, unlocking even greater value.”
The agreement requires approval by RPMGlobal shareholders and various regulatory authorities and is subject to other customary closing conditions. The transaction is expected to close in the first quarter of 2026.
RPMGlobal has contracts in more than 125 countries and offices in 13 locations across nine countries.
Its software suite includes advanced platforms for mine planning, scheduling, simulation and maintenance management. Its flagship products, such as RPM MinePlanner, XECUTE and AMT (Asset Management Tools), are used by mining operators around the world to improve decision-making, reduce downtime and increase productivity.
Beyond software, RPMGlobal offers advisory services that integrate financial modeling, equipment optimization and ESG (environmental, social and governance) strategy into mine operations. This combination of data-driven technology and industry expertise has positioned RPMGlobal as a trusted partner to major mining firms across commodities like coal, copper, gold and iron ore.
In recent years, the company has expanded its focus on automation, cloud-based analytics and digital twin technology — all aimed at helping miners modernize operations and transition toward more sustainable, efficient production.
