Catenda

What Catenda does

Catenda AS is a Norwegian software company that provides an openBIM collaboration platform for the architecture, engineering, construction, and operations (AECO) industry, headquartered in Oslo with offices in Paris, Copenhagen, Tokyo (APAC regional HQ), Amsterdam, and Wörth am Rhein. Its core product, Catenda Hub, is a cloud-based Common Data Environment (CDE) that enables design coordination, BIM model viewing, BCF-format issue tracking, document management with version control, and approval workflows, supporting unlimited collaborators per project. The platform is built natively on open standards (IFC, BCF) governed by buildingSMART International and hosted on AWS infrastructure.

The product suite comprises five components: Catenda Hub (core CDE), Catenda Site (mobile-first on-site BIM access), Catenda Duo (building operations system with digital-twin functionality and sensor/IoT integration for facility management), Catenda AI (2025 early-access extension connecting AI tools via the Model Context Protocol for risk identification, BCF automation, and IFC data querying), and Catenda Boost (an open API library for custom BIM solution development, used by Kajima Corporation to build the BIMLOGI logistics system).

Catenda monetizes primarily through project-based and enterprise subscription SaaS pricing (EUR 150/hour for professional services), distributes via direct enterprise sales (book-a-demo) and an 11+ partner channel of BIM consultants across Europe, and provides free access to educational institutions. Named enterprise customers include Bouygues Construction, Kajima Corporation, Schiphol Airport, AFRY, Asplan Viak, NGE Construction, and MBN GmbH. The company is privately held with no disclosed funding rounds, was founded circa 2009-2012, and currently employs 11-50 people.

Name

Catenda

Legal name

Catenda AS

Website

https://catenda.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Catenda AS provides an openBIM collaboration platform (Catenda Hub) serving architecture, engineering, and construction firms with cloud-based design coordination, BCF issue tracking, and a Common Data Environment built on IFC/BCF open standards, distributed via subscription and channel partners.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

BIM Collaboration Software

NAICS

Computer Systems Design Services (541512), Custom Computer Programming Services (541511)

SIC

Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373), Services-Computer Programming Services (7371)

akta.pro primary industry

Data Platform, BI & Analytics Integration (BPAEAAAI)

akta.pro secondary industry

Augmented Analytics & AI-Assisted BI (NLQ/NLG, Insights) (HDAEAMAD)

Keywords

• BIM collaboration platform
• Common data environment
• Construction project management
• OpenBIM software
• BIM coordination tools

Headquarters

HQ city

Oslo

HQ country

Norway

HQ region

Europe

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Subscription Services - Project-Based SaaS: Catenda Hub is priced per project based on project size and complexity. This model provides full flexibility without long-term commitments, allowing construction teams to pay only for active projects. Unlimited users are included per project at no additional cost.
2. Enterprise Licensing: Enterprise tier offers attractive and predictable pricing with additional benefits and services for larger organizations requiring broader platform access and support.
3. Professional Services - Consulting: Custom adaptation work, integration services, and training beyond standard platform delivery. Invoiced at EUR 150 per hour for consultancy services, with travel costs based on actual outlays or Norwegian tax authority rates.
4. API Access - Catenda Boost: Custom API-based development solution allowing platform customization for specific workflows and integration with existing systems.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Catenda provides an openBIM collaboration platform built on IFC and BCF open standards, centered on Catenda Hub, a cloud-based Common Data Environment (CDE) for design coordination, BIM viewing, issue tracking, document management, and unlimited collaborator access on construction projects. The platform extends with Catenda Site for mobile on-site use, Catenda Duo for facility management/digital twins, Catenda AI for AI-driven risk identification and reporting via MCP, and Catenda Boost for custom API-based BIM integrations.

Product overview

Catenda is an openBIM collaboration platform consisting of a core Common Data Environment (Catenda Hub) with multiple integrated modules: Catenda Site for mobile construction site access, Catenda Duo for facility management/building operations, Catenda AI for AI-powered analysis via MCP integration, and Catenda Boost for API-based custom development. The platform emphasizes open standards (IFC, BCF), unlimited users, and transparent pricing. Catenda Hub serves as the central hub for design coordination, document management, and project communication, while add-on modules extend functionality for specific use cases.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Catenda Hub: A Common Data Environment (CDE) for BIM collaboration, document management, and project coordination. Coordinates design, provides a powerful BIM viewer, design review capabilities, and integrated issue tracking.
• Catenda Site
• Catenda Duo
• Catenda AI
• Catenda Boost

Products and services

• Catenda Hub Modern Common Data Environment (CDE) for BIM collaboration. Provides 3D/BIM viewing, design review, integrated BCF-format issue tracking, document management with naming conventions and smart version control, approval workflows, and project communication. Supports unlimited users and open IFC and BCF standards. Used by construction companies, A/E firms, and facility owners.
• Catenda Site

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduction in rework costs
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

AI capability7 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

27 partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core, standard and minor.

• Kajima CorporationflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 April 2020Kajima developed BIMLOGI logistics management solution based on Catenda Boost API. The system connects logistics data with BIM to optimize production, transportation, and delivery of building materials. Kajima strongly supports buildingSMART open standards, making Catenda Boost a natural fit. BIMLOGI was first deployed at a major Tokyo construction site in April 2020, managing approximately 3,000 steel frameworks, 2,000 curtain wall works, 900 fittings works, and 60,000 equipment works.
• buildingSMART InternationalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCatenda actively participates in buildingSMART International standards projects and advocates for open BIM standards. The company's platform is natively built on IFC and BCF standards organized by buildingSMART, ensuring alignment with international BIM interoperability requirements.
• BIMProvecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCatenda collaborates with BIMProve as part of its commitment to continuous software optimization and error reduction. BIMProve contributes to improving Catenda's tools for better project outcomes.
• Amazon Web Services (AWS)coreTechnology or IntegrationCatenda's platform infrastructure is hosted on AWS (Operating Partner), providing scalable cloud operations. AWS datacenters used are ISO 27001-certified. Catenda may switch cloud suppliers with advance notice and planned data migration.
• Global BIMstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGlobal BIM partner offering Catenda-based BIM advisory and implementation services.
• DaagstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorChannel partner reselling Catenda Hub for BIM coordination services.
• BIMSONSstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorChannel partner for Catenda BIM solutions.
• ComputerworksstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSwiss channel partner distributing Catenda solutions.
• ProdesignstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorChannel partner for Catenda BIM products.
• NovustandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorChannel partner offering Catenda-based BIM coordination services.
• MultiBIMstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPolish channel partner for Catenda solutions.
• BIM-ServiesstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFrench BIM services partner distributing Catenda Hub.
• GSP-NetworkstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorChannel partner network for Catenda distribution.
• ATS (Team-ATS)standardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAustrian channel partner for Catenda solutions.
• IBS (iBIM Solutions)standardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLithuanian channel partner for Catenda distribution.
• AFPAminorOthersEducational institution using Catenda Hub for BIM coordination training.
• Anders Ljungstedts GymnasiumminorOthersSwedish secondary school using Catenda Hub for BIM education.
• Arena Fagskolen i AgderminorOthersNorwegian vocational school using Catenda for BIM training.
• Borgund Videregaende SkoleminorOthersNorwegian upper secondary school using Catenda for BIM education.
• Centro de Educacao Continuada PUCRSminorOthersBrazilian continuing education center using Catenda Hub.
• CFA DU BATIMENT SAINT LAMBERTminorOthersFrench vocational training center for construction using Catenda.
• CESIminorOthersFrench engineering school using Catenda Hub for BIM training.
• CFA LES LANDESminorOthersFrench agricultural vocational training center.
• CNAM NancyminorOthersFrench National Conservatory of Arts and Crafts using Catenda.
• Ecole de Technologie Superieure MontrealminorOthersCanadian engineering school using Catenda for BIM education.
• ESTP ParisminorOthersPrestigious French engineering school using Catenda Hub.
• Fagskolen i NordminorOthersNorwegian vocational college using Catenda for BIM training.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Broad incumbents

• Autodesk Construction Cloud: Autodesk's AEC platform (BIM 360, ACC, Docs) offers a competing Common Data Environment with BIM viewer, issue management, and project coordination. Largest incumbent with deep AEC market share and bundled design tools.
• Procore: Construction project management platform with growing BIM collaboration capabilities via acquisitions. Competes more on PM/field workflows than pure CDE but increasingly overlaps with Catenda's coordination layer.
• Solibri (Nemetschek Group): Model checking and BIM quality assurance platform within the Nemetschek AEC stack. Competes in coordination/validation workflows and benefits from Nemetschek's broad design-tool footprint.
• Bentley ProjectWise: Bentley's infrastructure-focused CDE and project collaboration platform serving large engineering and infrastructure programs. Comparable in Common Data Environment and BIM coordination scope, especially in transportation and utilities.
• Allplan (Nemetschek Group): Nemetschek's BIM and CAD platform with collaborative project tools serving architects and engineers in DACH and broader Europe. Overlaps in BIM coordination workflows and shares the open-standards positioning.
• Trimble Connect: Trimble's cloud collaboration platform for BIM and construction projects with model viewing, issue tracking, and field-to-office workflows. Direct CDE competitor backed by Trimble's hardware and surveying ecosystem.

Direct peers

• BIMcollab: BCF-based issue management and model coordination platform built on open standards. Closely overlaps Catenda's BCF-native collaboration approach and AEC customer base.
• Dalux: Danish BIM collaboration and facility management platform with CDE, BIM viewer, field tools, and FM modules. Closest open-standards peer to Catenda, with similar unlimited-user positioning and Nordic construction focus.
• Revizto: BIM collaboration platform for issue tracking, model coordination, and clash detection with strong AEC adoption. Directly comparable CDE-adjacent functionality and target customers.

Emerging players

• OpenSpace: AI-powered construction progress tracking using 360-degree imagery and BIM integration. Competes in AI-driven site coordination, a category Catenda AI is entering with different modalities.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/catenda-as

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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