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Bentley Systems Acquires 3D Geospatial Pioneer Cesium
Slice of Construction Team
September 10, 2024
Key Highlights:
Bentley Systems acquires Cesium, a leader in 3D geospatial technology.
Cesium's 3D Tiles standard and open-source platform widely adopted.
The combination enhances Bentley’s iTwin Platform for digital twins.
Komatsu leverages Cesium's 3D geospatial tools for global construction insights.
Source (Business Wire)
Notable Quotes:
“With the combined capabilities of Cesium and iTwin, infrastructure professionals can make better-informed decisions in full 3D geospatial context.”
“Joining Bentley marks an important milestone for Cesium as we continue our journey to create the best developer platform for the built and natural environment.”
“With Cesium as part of Bentley, we can further enrich our Smart Construction digital twins with engineering models, subsurface data, and more.”
Our Take:
This acquisition significantly enhances Bentley's digital twin offerings by integrating Cesium’s powerful 3D geospatial platform. The open-source nature of Cesium’s technology will further Bentley’s commitment to interoperability, making it easier for developers and engineers to leverage comprehensive geospatial data. Notably, Cesium’s integration into Bentley’s iTwin platform opens new possibilities for sectors like construction and urban planning, as demonstrated by Komatsu’s global construction monitoring system. This move will likely accelerate the adoption of 3D geospatial applications in infrastructure, setting the stage for future innovations in digital twins.