Rocscience
Rocscience Inc., founded in 1996 in Toronto, develops 2D and 3D geotechnical simulation software (slope stability, finite element analysis, tunneling, rockfall, foundation design) serving civil, mining, and geotechnical engineers across 120 countries via subscription licenses, with an AI-augmented product suite serving 12,000+ professionals.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1996
- HeadquartersToronto, Canada
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingSoftware
What Rocscience does
Rocscience Inc. is a Toronto-based specialty software company founded in 1996 that develops 2D and 3D geotechnical simulation tools for civil, mining, tunneling, and geotechnical engineers. Its product suite comprises 20+ integrated applications — including Slide2 and Slide3 for slope stability, RS2 and RS3 for finite element analysis, RSLog for borehole data management, RSPile for pile foundation design, Settle3 for settlement analysis, and RocFall2/3 for rockfall simulation — all unified under the cloud-hosted RocPortal licensing platform. The underlying technology combines limit equilibrium analysis, finite element analysis, and finite difference methods for modeling rock and soil behavior, augmented by machine-learning-based response surfaces for probabilistic computation and an AI layer (RSInsight) that uses Natural Language Processing over a proprietary documentation knowledge base.
The company makes money primarily through annual and multi-year software license subscriptions (Personal Lease for single seats, Flexible+ Lease for multi-seat enterprise deployments), distributed via a hybrid product-led growth / sales-led motion: self-serve purchasing and free trials through rocscience.com alongside enterprise field sales for large civil, mining, and geotechnical engineering firms. It also maintains a specialized academic licensing program with named partnerships at 12+ universities. Following a January 2024 growth investment from private equity firm TA Associates, Rocscience has executed a roll-up strategy, acquiring NovoTech Software (2021), DIANA FEA (Netherlands, January 2024), 3GSM (Austria, March 2024), Rockfield (UK, August 2025), 2SI Software (2025), and Aquanty (Canada, December 2025), extending capabilities into nonlinear FEA, photogrammetry, multiphysics modeling, structural simulation, and hydroclimate/water-resource modeling. The combined platform now serves 12,000+ professionals across 120 countries.
Rocscience firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Rocscience
- Legal name
- Rocscience Inc.
- Website
- https://rocscience.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1996
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Rocscience Inc., founded in 1996 in Toronto, develops 2D and 3D geotechnical simulation software (slope stability, finite element analysis, tunneling, rockfall, foundation design) serving civil, mining, and geotechnical engineers across 120 countries via subscription licenses, with an AI-augmented product suite serving 12,000+ professionals.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Rocscience industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Geotechnical Engineering Software
- NAICS
- Support Activities for Mining (21311)
- SIC
- Services-Prepackaged Software (7372)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Mineral Exploration & Geoscience Services (Geology, Geophysics, Geochemistry, Resource Modeling) (IMAKAKAA)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Geotechnical & Subsurface Engineering Consulting (BPAHAIAB)
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Where Rocscience is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Toronto
- HQ country
- Canada
- HQ region
- North America
Offices5 records
Markets served
Rocscience business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Software
- Cost components
- Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Software Licenses (Annual/Multi-year): Rocscience generates revenue primarily through annual and multi-year software licenses for its suite of geotechnical analysis tools including Slide2, Slide3, RS2, RS3, and other products. Licenses are managed through the RocPortal platform with options for Personal Lease (single seat) and Flexible+ Lease (multiple seats).
- Flexible Lease Licenses: Multiple seat licenses with unlimited user devices per seat, available for hosting on local servers for enterprise customers.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Subscription | Annual | Personal Lease - Single seat annual subscription with cloud-hosted licensing |
| Subscription | Annual | Flexible+ Lease - Multiple seats with unlimited devices per seat |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels6 records
Rocscience product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Rocscience develops, sells, and licenses an integrated suite of 2D and 3D geotechnical analysis software used by civil, mining, and geotechnical engineers to perform slope stability, excavation design, settlement and foundation, rockfall, tunneling, and borehole data management analyses. Its offerings include flagship products (Slide2/Slide3, RS2/RS3, RSLog, Settle3, RSPile, RocTunnel3, RocFall, DIPS, EX3, CPillar, RSSeismic, RSWall, RocSupport, UnWedge, RSData) plus acquired platforms (DIANA FEA, 3GSM, Rockfield, Aquanty, 2SI) and the AI-driven RSInsight knowledge platform. Revenue is generated through Personal Lease and Flexible+ Lease subscription licenses managed via the RocPortal cloud licensing platform.
Product overview
Rocscience is a comprehensive geotechnical software ecosystem comprising 20+ core software products organized into integrated suites for slope stability, tunneling and excavation, settlement and foundation, rockfall and hazard, and data management. The platform is built around flagship products like Slide2/RS3 for slope stability, RS2/RS3 for finite element analysis, RSLog for borehole data management, and RSInsight for AI-powered assistance. Rocscience has expanded through strategic acquisitions including DIANA FEA (nonlinear FEA from Netherlands), 3GSM (photogrammetry tools from Austria), Rockfield (multiphysics modeling from UK), and Aquanty (hydroclimate modeling from Canada), creating a global network of engineering innovators serving over 12,000 professionals in 120 countries.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Rocscience Group of Companies: A global network of engineering innovators uniting cutting-edge tools, education, and dedicated support to bridge academia and real-world challenges across diverse fields
- RSInsight
- RocPortal
Products and services
- Slide2 2D limit equilibrium analysis software for evaluating slope stability, safety factors, and probability of failures, with built-in seepage analysis and extensive support libraries. Used by civil and mining geotechnical engineers for slope stability and probabilistic design.
- Slide3 3D slope stability analysis software that complements Slide2 for comprehensive section computations and advanced 3D modeling of rock and soil behavior. Used for complex slope geometries and 3D probabilistic analyses.
- RS2 2D finite element analysis software for excavation design, stress analysis, and groundwater modeling in geotechnical applications. Used by geotechnical engineers for 2D FEA modeling of soil and rock.
- RS3 3D finite element analysis software for complex geotechnical modeling, supporting stress analysis and groundwater seepage in three dimensions. Used for 3D excavation, tunnel, and slope FEA.
- RSLog Borehole logging and geotechnical data management software for capturing, validating, and integrating site data. Includes quality management workflows, OCR digitization of paper logs, and supports gINT and DIGGS data import.
- RSWall Retaining wall design software for analyzing and designing various types of retaining structures with integration to slope stability analysis.
- Settle3 3D settlement and consolidation analysis software for predicting ground settlement and time-dependent consolidation behavior under loads.
- RSPile Pile foundation analysis software for designing and analyzing pile capacities under various loading conditions.
- RocTunnel3 3D tunnel design software for advanced modeling of tunnel excavations, ground reaction analysis, and underground stability assessment.
- RocSlope2 2D slope stability analysis software with probabilistic design capabilities and support for various analysis methods.
- RocSlope3 3D slope stability software for analyzing rock slope failures, combined block failures, and comprehensive 3D stability assessments.
- RocFall2 2D rockfall simulation software for assessing rockfall hazards, trajectories, and impact energies for hazard mitigation design.
- RocFall3 3D rockfall simulation software for comprehensive hazard assessment using rockfall simulation and kinematic checks in three dimensions.
- UnWedge Underground wedge stability analysis software for analyzing block stability in underground excavations based on discontinuity orientations.
- RSData Geotechnical database and data management software for organizing, validating, and managing material properties and engineering parameters.
- EX3 3D explicit finite element software for excavation design, tunnel analysis, and dynamic simulation of underground constructions.
- RocSupport Underground support design software for designing and analyzing support systems in tunnels and underground excavations.
- DIPS Stereographic projection and orientation analysis software for big-data analysis of discontinuity orientations and geological structures.
- CPillar Coal pillar design software for analyzing and designing pillars in mining applications using empirical and analytical methods.
- RSSeismic Seismic analysis software for evaluating earthquake response and liquefaction potential in geotechnical engineering projects.
- RSInsight AI-powered chatbot platform that brings together extensive knowledge from across the Rocscience software suite and a library of published industry research. Serves as a next-gen platform for knowledge gathering, natural-language query understanding, and analysis automation using Natural Engineering Language (NEL).
- Rockfield High-fidelity multiphysics modelling software for mining, energy, rock mechanics and subsurface design, acquired from UK-based Rockfield in August 2025.
- Aquanty (HydroGeoSphere) Advanced hydroclimate and water-resource modelling software (HydroGeoSphere platform) for predictive, physics-based decision support in water resource management and climate resilience, acquired from Canadian company Aquanty in December 2025.
- DIANA FEA Advanced nonlinear finite element analysis software for complex civil and structural engineering applications, acquired from Netherlands-based DIANA FEA BV in January 2024.
- 3GSM (ShapeMetriX, BlastMetriX, FragMetriX) Intuitive photogrammetry tools for accurate 3D mapping and terrain modelling, including ShapeMetriX, BlastMetriX, and FragMetriX products for geological mapping and analysis, acquired from Austria-based 3GSM in March 2024.
- 2SI User-friendly FEA structural simulation software designed for engineers of all skill levels, acquired from Italian company 2SI in July 2025.
Quantifiable outcome
- 12,000+ professionals served across 120 countries
- +2 more outcomes
Companies that use Rocscience
Customer profileNamed customers12 records
Segments5 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
Rocscience technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- Yes
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration2 records
AI capability9 records
Feature5 records
Rocscience partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- AquantycoreAcquired Canadian water science firm Aquanty, specializing in hydrogeological modeling software. The acquisition integrates Aquanty's HydroGeoSphere platform into Rocscience's ecosystem, strengthening its position in water resource management and climate risk solutions.
- RockfieldcoreAcquired UK-based Rockfield, a provider of high-fidelity multiphysics modelling software for mining, energy, rock mechanics and subsurface design. The acquisition enhances Rocscience's capabilities in complex subsurface modeling.
- 3GSMcoreAcquired Austria-based 3GSM, a provider of intuitive photogrammetry tools for accurate 3D mapping and terrain modelling. The acquisition expands Rocscience's product portfolio in geologic mapping and analysis software.
- DIANA FEA BVcoreAcquired Netherlands-based DIANA FEA BV, a developer of advanced nonlinear finite element analysis software for complex civil and structural engineering. The acquisition enhances Rocscience's structural and civil engineering capabilities and expands its global engineering solutions.
- NovoTech SoftwarecoreAcquired Vancouver-based NovoTech Software to strengthen Rocscience's market position and expand into new geotechnical software sectors. NovoTech continues operating under its own name.
- University of TorontominorAcademic partner using Rocscience software for education and research in geotechnical engineering.
- University of IllinoisminorAcademic partner using Rocscience software for education and research in geotechnical engineering.
- TU DelftminorAcademic partner using Rocscience software for education and research in geotechnical engineering.
- University of British ColumbiaminorAcademic partner using Rocscience software for education and research in geotechnical engineering.
- Colorado School of MinesminorAcademic partner using Rocscience software for education and research in geotechnical engineering.
Scale indicators4 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Rocscience competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Plaxis (Bentley Systems): Plaxis is a leading geotechnical finite element analysis software suite (2D/3D) widely used for deformation and stability analysis in civil and mining projects. It is the closest direct competitor to Rocscience's RS2/RS3 and Slide2/Slide3 in the geotechnical engineering market.
- Itasca Consulting Group: Itasca develops specialized numerical modeling software (FLAC3D, UDEC, PFC, 3DEC) for geomechanics, rock mechanics, and mining engineering. It directly competes with Rocscience's RocSlope, RocFall, UnWedge, and EX3 products for advanced rock mass analysis.
- GeoStudio (Seequent/Bentley): GeoStudio is a geotechnical analysis suite (SLOPE/W, SEEP/W, SIGMA/W) for slope stability, seepage, and stress-deformation. It is a direct competitor to Rocscience's Slide2/Slide3 and RS2/RS3 within the same customer base of geotechnical engineers.
- Midas IT: Midas IT provides civil and structural engineering software (midas Civil, midas Gen, midas GTS NX) for geotechnical and structural analysis. GTS NX in particular overlaps with Rocscience's tunneling and 3D FEA capabilities for civil infrastructure projects.
- Seequent (Bentley Systems): Seequent's geoscience analysis platform (Leapfrog, GeoStudio) directly competes in geological modeling and 3D visualization. Its integration into Bentley has aligned it commercially with Rocscience's peer Plaxis, intensifying competitive pressure on standalone geotechnical vendors.
Broad incumbents
- ANSYS: ANSYS provides broad multiphysics simulation software (ANSYS Mechanical, Fluent) used across mechanical, civil, and structural engineering disciplines. While not focused exclusively on geotechnics, it overlaps with Rocscience's FEA products at the higher end of structural analysis.
- COMSOL: COMSOL Multiphysics offers general-purpose multiphysics simulation used across engineering disciplines. It competes with Rocscience at the advanced simulation tier and with acquired Rockfield assets for coupled physics problems in mining and rock mechanics.
- Dassault Systèmes (SIMULIA): Dassault's SIMULIA portfolio (ABAQUS, CST Studio Suite) provides advanced FEA used by civil, structural, and geotechnical engineers. ABAQUS in particular overlaps with DIANA FEA in nonlinear structural and geotechnical analysis, intensifying post-acquisition competitive dynamics.
- Bentley Systems: Bentley Systems is the infrastructure engineering software parent of Plaxis, Seequent, and OpenGround, giving it a broad portfolio across geotechnical, structural, and infrastructure design. It is the most consequential incumbent competitive threat to Rocscience's standalone ecosystem.
- Trimble Inc. Trimble provides surveying, geospatial, and construction software (Trimble Access, Tekla, Trimble Business Center) with overlapping customer segments in civil engineering and infrastructure design. It is a broader incumbent rather than a focused geotechnical specialist.
Market position
Strengths4 records
Weaknesses4 records
Competitive moat6 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Valuation estimate
Rocscience leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles4 records
Rocscience subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries4 records
Rocscience funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds1 record
Investors1 record
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Rocscience M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A6 records
Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Rocscience
What does Rocscience do?
Rocscience develops, sells, and licenses an integrated suite of 2D and 3D geotechnical analysis software used by civil, mining, and geotechnical engineers to perform slope stability, excavation design, settlement and foundation, rockfall, tunneling, and borehole data management analyses. Its offerings include flagship products (Slide2/Slide3, RS2/RS3, RSLog, Settle3, RSPile, RocTunnel3, RocFall, DIPS, EX3, CPillar, RSSeismic, RSWall, RocSupport, UnWedge, RSData) plus acquired platforms (DIANA FEA, 3GSM, Rockfield, Aquanty, 2SI) and the AI-driven RSInsight knowledge platform. Revenue is generated through Personal Lease and Flexible+ Lease subscription licenses managed via the RocPortal cloud licensing platform.
Is Rocscience a public or private company?
Rocscience is a private company. It is classified as private equity controlled and is currently operating.
When was Rocscience founded?
Rocscience was founded in 1996. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Rocscience based?
Rocscience is headquartered in Toronto, Canada, in the North America region.
How does Rocscience make money?
Two revenue lines are on record. Software Licenses (Annual/Multi-year) is the primary driver. The others are flexible Lease Licenses.
Who are Rocscience's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Plaxis (Bentley Systems), Itasca Consulting Group, GeoStudio (Seequent/Bentley), Midas IT and Seequent (Bentley Systems). Broad incumbents are ANSYS, COMSOL, Dassault Systèmes (SIMULIA), Bentley Systems and Trimble Inc..
Does Rocscience have an API?
Yes. RSLog offers API functions for data migration, enabling integration with external systems. APIs allow developers to access borehole data, automate data import/export workflows, and integrate with third-party geotechnical software. Developer documentation is at www.rocscience.com/learning/get-more-from-your-data-with-rslog-apis.
What industry is Rocscience in?
Rocscience's product category is Geotechnical Engineering Software. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAKAKAA, Mineral Exploration & Geoscience Services (Geology, Geophysics, Geochemistry, Resource Modeling), with a secondary code of BPAHAIAB, Geotechnical & Subsurface Engineering Consulting. Its NAICS code is 21311 and its SIC code is 7372.