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- Autodesk is buying MaintainX for $3.6 billion in cash.
- The deal creates Autodesk Operations Solutions to unify lifecycle data.
- The combination targets reliability gains and AI-driven workflows for asset-heavy operators.
On May 28, Autodesk announced a definitive agreement to acquire MaintainX, a maintenance and operations software provider, in an all-cash deal valued at approximately $3.6 billion. According to company officials, the acquisition is intended to integrate operations workflows with Autodesk's existing design and manufacturing platform.
The deal creates a new Autodesk Operations Solutions (AOS) unit, bringing together Tandem, Flexsim, Fusion Operations and Factory Design Utilities under one umbrella. MaintainX expects to exceed $135 million in annualized recurring revenue for calendar year 2026, with growth above 50%.
Autodesk said it intends to fund the transaction with cash on hand and debt financing. The deal is subject to regulatory reviews and customary closing conditions, with closing expected later this fiscal year.
AOS Capabilities Breakdown
The new AOS unit consolidates several Autodesk tools alongside MaintainX.
| Capability | Description |
|---|---|
| Maintenance workflows (MaintainX) | Work orders, inspections and asset history tracking at scale |
| Digital twins (Tandem) | Virtual replicas of physical assets for monitoring and analysis |
| Simulation (Flexsim) | Process simulation aimed at optimizing planning and execution |
| Manufacturing ops (Fusion Operations) | Production management tools for shop-floor visibility |
| Factory layout (Factory Design Utilities) | Facility design and layout optimization tools |
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