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title: "Caterpillar buys Skycatch to boost mining tech capabilities"
type: "News"
locale: "en"
url: "https://longbridge.com/en/news/292158494.md"
description: "Caterpillar has acquired Skycatch to enhance its mining technology capabilities. This strategic move integrates Skycatch's AI-powered digital twins and high-resolution spatial data into Caterpillar's MineStar and RPM platforms. The acquisition aims to improve safety, productivity, and operational efficiency for mine operators through near-real-time monitoring. It aligns with the mining industry's broader trend of adopting automation and AI to reduce costs, address labor shortages, and support decarbonization efforts."
datetime: "2026-07-09T06:45:48.000Z"
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# Caterpillar buys Skycatch to boost mining tech capabilities

Strategic acquisition: Caterpillar acquired Skycatch to strengthen its mining technology portfolio and integrate high-resolution spatial data into its MineStar and RPM platforms. Operational benefits: Skycatch’s AI-powered digital twins can help mine operators improve safety, productivity, and operational efficiency through near-real-time monitoring and plan adjustments. Industry context: The mining sector is increasingly adopting automation and AI to reduce costs, address labor shortages, and support decarbonization, with Caterpillar joining peers in advanced trials.

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