ABS Group

What ABS Group does

ABS Group of Companies, Inc. is a global technical services and engineering consulting firm operating as a wholly-owned subsidiary of ABS (American Bureau of Shipping). The company delivers risk and safety management, asset integrity management, industrial cybersecurity, management systems certification, software implementation, and professional training to enterprise clients in marine and offshore, oil/gas/chemical, industrial manufacturing, life sciences, government, power and energy, and LNG sectors. Service delivery is anchored by a 1,200+ person professional workforce distributed across more than 20 offices in 15+ countries spanning the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia Pacific.

The firm's technical platform combines proprietary software products (LEADER PHA for process hazard analysis, Bowtie Risk Management, and MIDAS) with third-party enterprise asset management implementations (IBM Maximo, Hexagon HxGN EAM, Ultimo EAM) and an Industrial Security Operations Center (ISOC) for OT cybersecurity monitoring. ABS Quality Evaluations, a core subsidiary, issues certifications against ISO 9001/14001/45001/27001, AS9100, IATF 16949, ISO 19650, CMMC, Responsible Care, SA8000, and IRIS. ABS Consulting is the advisory arm focused on process safety management, structural risk, enterprise risk, and asset reliability, while GenesisSolutions (acquired 2012) provides EAM/CMMS consulting. The most recent strategic move is the 2025-2026 acquisition of RMC Global, which adds industrial cybersecurity, supply chain cyber risk, and resiliency capabilities.

The business model is predominantly enterprise field-sales led, monetized through project-based professional services, managed cybersecurity services, per-seat instructor-led and eLearning training ($65-$2,845 per course), subscription software, and per-audit certification fees. Customer engagement is multi-modal: direct account managers and technical consultants in regional offices, public and onsite training, an eLearning platform with SCORM packaging for corporate LMS deployment, and software implementation partnerships. The firm is privately held under ABS and does not publicly disclose revenue or funding history.

Name

ABS Group

Legal name

ABS Group of Companies, Inc.

Website

https://abs-group.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1980

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

ABS Group is a global engineering consulting and risk management firm serving marine, oil and gas, manufacturing, life sciences, government, and power clients with process safety, asset integrity, industrial cybersecurity, ISO certification, proprietary software, and training services across 15+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Risk Management and Engineering Consulting Services

NAICS

Management Consulting Services (54161), Environmental Consulting Services (541620), Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services (54169), Software Publishers (513210)

SIC

Services-Management Consulting Services (8742)

akta.pro primary industry

Instrumentation, Controls & Automation Engineering Consulting (BPAHAIAM)

akta.pro secondary industries

Compliance Technology, GRC Platforms & Controls Automation Advisory (BPAHAFAO), EHS Management Systems & ISO Consulting (ISO 14001/45001) (BPAHAJAF)

Keywords

• Risk management consulting
• Process safety services
• Asset integrity management
• Industrial cybersecurity
• Management systems certification

Headquarters

HQ city

Spring

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices24 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Risk and Safety Management Consulting: Professional consulting services for process safety, risk management, enterprise risk management, compliance management, and extreme loads and structural risk analysis
2. Asset Management Services: Structural integrity management, asset reliability solutions, enterprise asset management, and asset integrity management consulting
3. Industrial Cybersecurity Services: Cybersecurity consulting, Industrial Security Operations Center (ISOC) managed services, supply chain cyber risk management, and specialized cybersecurity consulting. Includes acquisition of RMC Global to expand capabilities
4. Training Services: Public and onsite training courses, eLearning, certification programs, and professional development in risk, reliability, process safety and environmental management
5. Software Solutions: Proprietary software including LEADER PHA, Bowtie Risk Management, and MIDAS Software, plus implementation services for IBM Maximo, Hexagon Solutions, and Ultimo EAM
6. Management Systems Certification: ISO certification services including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, AS9100, IATF 16949, and others through ABS Quality Evaluations

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

ABS Group provides risk-based engineering consulting and technical services across process safety, asset integrity, industrial cybersecurity, and management systems certification for enterprise clients in marine, oil & gas, manufacturing, life sciences, government, and power sectors. The firm supplements its consulting with proprietary software (LEADER PHA, Bowtie, RCA, MIDAS) and a global training program delivered through public courses, onsite engagements, and eLearning, supported by more than 1,200 professionals across the Americas, EMEA, and Asia Pacific.

Product overview

ABS Group is a technical services and engineering consulting firm offering a portfolio of risk management, asset management, cybersecurity, certification, and training solutions. The company operates through distinct service lines: Risk and Safety Management, Asset Management, Cybersecurity, Management Systems Certification, Software Solutions, and Training. The Software Solutions line includes implementation services for enterprise platforms including IBM Maximo, Hexagon HxGN EAM, Ultimo EAM, and proprietary tools such as LEADER PHA Software (PHA/HAZOP/LOPA analysis) and Bowtie Risk Management Software. ABS Quality Evaluations (ABS QE), a subsidiary, provides management systems certification services. Training is delivered through classroom, virtual instructor-led, and eLearning formats covering process safety, risk management, compliance, and ISO standards. The company recently acquired RMC Global to expand its industrial cybersecurity capabilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ABS Consulting: Risk consulting and advisory services division of ABS Group providing technical expertise in risk management, safety, reliability, and integrity across multiple industries.
• ABS Quality Evaluations (ABS QE)
• GenesisSolutions

Products and services

• Risk and Safety Management Consulting Comprehensive consulting services covering Process Safety Management, Compliance Management, Extreme Loads and Structural Risk, Enterprise Risk Management, and Data Analytics to help enterprise clients understand risk, prioritize actions, and improve safety and reliability.
• Asset Management Consulting Engineering-focused asset management solutions including Structural Integrity Management, Asset Reliability Solutions, Enterprise Asset Management, and Asset Integrity Management for industrial operators.
• Industrial Cybersecurity Services Cybersecurity services for operational technology environments including the Industrial Security Operations Center (ISOC), Industrial Cybersecurity Managed Services, Supply Chain Cyber Risk Management, and Specialized Cybersecurity Consulting.
• Management Systems Certification Certification audits and assurance services for ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, AS9100, IATF 16949, ISO 19650 BIM, ISO 27001, ISO 50001, ISO 55001, Responsible Care, SA8000, IRIS, and CMMC delivered by ABS Quality Evaluations.
• LEADER PHA Software Proprietary PHA/HAZOP/LOPA software integrated with Microsoft Office, used globally for process hazard analysis, layer of protection analysis, and related risk assessment studies.
• Bowtie Risk Management Software Risk management software for visualizing and managing major accident hazards, used as part of the Bowtie methodology.
• IBM Maximo Implementation Services Enterprise Asset Management system implementation services delivering validated EAM systems with built-in compliance workflows, particularly for biotech, medical device, and pharmaceutical clients.
• Public Training Courses (Virtual and In-Person) Scheduled instructor-led training courses covering ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, Process Safety Management, PHA Leader, Compliance Auditing, LOPA, SIL, FMEA, Root Cause Analysis, and Maritime Cybersecurity, delivered in person and virtually.
• eLearning Courses Self-paced online courses covering Asset Integrity, Management of Change, Maritime Cybersecurity, Mechanical Integrity, Process Hazard Analysis, Process Safety Management, Reliability Centered Maintenance, Reliability Management, and Root Cause Analysis.
• Maritime Cybersecurity Training Maritime cybersecurity training courses helping vessels and facilities comply with the USCG Maritime Cyber Rule, including online certification courses for staff.
• RMC Global Industrial Cybersecurity Services Industrial cybersecurity, risk management, and resiliency solutions supporting energy and industrial clients facing cyber threats and regulatory pressures, integrated into ABS Consulting following the acquisition of RMC Global.

Quantifiable outcome

• ABS Consulting has led/reviewed/participated in more than 2,000 PHAs and/or revalidations for clients
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• RMC GlobalcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 October 2025ABS acquired RMC Global, a leading provider of industrial cybersecurity, risk management and resiliency solutions. The acquisition combines RMC's specialized expertise with ABS Consulting's global scale and technical resources to deliver more integrated solutions for clients facing growing operational risks and cyber threats. Strategic and cultural fit emphasized by both companies' CEOs.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• DNV: DNV is a global classification society and risk management/assurance provider serving maritime, oil & gas, energy, and life sciences. Overlaps with ABS Group across process safety, asset integrity, cyber, certification and advisory work for the same enterprise customer base.
• Bureau Veritas: Bureau Veritas is a TIC and classification society operating in marine, offshore, oil & gas, power, and government. Competes directly with ABS Group in marine classification, asset integrity, ISO certification, and industrial risk consulting.
• Lloyd's Register: Lloyd's Register provides marine classification, energy advisory, and assurance services, including cyber and process safety consulting. It is one of the closest competitors to ABS Group within the IACS classification society ecosystem.
• RINA: RINA is a classification, certification, and engineering consultancy serving marine, energy, and industrial clients. It competes with ABS Group in ship classification, asset integrity management, ISO certification, and energy transition advisory.
• Exida: Exida is a specialist process safety, functional safety (SIL), and cybersecurity consulting firm serving oil & gas, chemical, and power clients. It is a direct competitor to ABS Group's Process Safety Management and PHA Leader practices.
• ioMosaic: ioMosaic provides process safety, risk management, and software (Process Safety Office) consulting for chemical, petrochemical, and oil & gas clients. Closely competes with ABS Group's PHA/HAZOP/LOPA, LOPA, and process safety training offerings.
• ERM (Environmental Resources Management): ERM is a global environmental, health, safety, risk, and sustainability consultancy serving energy, manufacturing, and life sciences clients. Overlaps with ABS Group's risk, safety, and asset integrity practices across multiple verticals.
• Trinity Consultants: Trinity Consultants provides EHS, process safety management, regulatory compliance, and industrial hygiene services. Competes with ABS Group's compliance management and process safety practices for industrial and energy clients.

Broad incumbents

• SGS: SGS is one of the world's largest testing, inspection, and certification companies with a broad portfolio that overlaps ABS Group's certification and industrial assurance services, but it is far larger and more diversified across TIC verticals.
• WSP (incorporating Golder and Wood EHS): WSP is a global professional services firm with deep EHS, asset management, and industrial engineering practices (via Golder and Wood EHS). It competes with ABS Group in asset integrity and environmental risk advisory across energy and industrial markets.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance13 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries17 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A1 record

Investments

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