Caterpillar has completed its acquisition of RPMGlobal Holdings Limited, expanding its portfolio of data-driven mining technology and software solutions to improve how customers plan, operate, and manage mine sites. The deal, first announced in October 2025, brings Brisbane-based RPMGlobal’s mining software expertise into Caterpillar’s Resource Industries segment. RPMGlobal is known for delivering data-driven software solutions across the mining value chain, helping operators optimize performance at every stage of the mining lifecycle.
Caterpillar said the acquisition strengthens its strategy of combining equipment, digital tools, and advanced technology to address the operational challenges facing mining companies worldwide. RPMGlobal will continue to operate and offer its products and services under its existing brand.
Caterpillar, headquartered in Irving, Texas, reported 2025 sales and revenues of $67.6 billion. The company manufactures construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives, supported by a global dealer network and financing arm, Cat Financial. Its primary business segments include Power and Energy, Construction Industries, and Resource Industries.
RPMGlobal has spent nearly 50 years developing software solutions for the global mining industry. Its technology supports mining clients in over 125 countries, focusing on improving safety, efficiency and sustainability across operations.
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“Acquiring RPMGlobal is a notable milestone supporting our strategy to solve the challenges our mining customers face every day. By combining RPMGlobal’s software capabilities with Caterpillar’s proven equipment and technology solutions, we will unlock new opportunities to help customers improve mine site performance, while advancing the future of mining technology in a way that is practical, scalable and grounded in their needs.”
Denise Johnson, Group President, Caterpillar Resource Industries
“Given the complementary nature of the two companies’ technology offerings, Caterpillar is an ideal home for both our people and our software products. By deeply integrating our solution sets, we will be able to better solve the most difficult challenges mining companies grapple with daily. The team and I are looking forward to working with the Caterpillar team for the benefit of our customers.”
Richard Mathews, Chief Executive Officer, RPMGlobal Holdings Limited
