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Dassault Systemes
Provides project lifecycle management solutions that enable businesses to create and share experiences in 3D
About Dassault Systemes
Dassault Systèmes was founded in 1981 as a spin-off from Dassault Aviation, a company renowned for its advanced aircraft designs. The founding figure, Charles Edelstenne, envisioned a future where computer-aided design (CAD) could revolutionize industries beyond aviation. This vision led to the creation of CATIA, a software that would become a cornerstone in 3D design and engineering.
Initially, Dassault Systèmes focused on serving the aerospace industry, but the versatility of CATIA soon attracted attention from automotive and other sectors. The company's commitment to innovation and quality helped it expand its software offerings, establishing a strong foothold in the CAD/CAM/CAE market.
A significant milestone in Dassault Systèmes' journey was its public offering in 1996, when it was listed on both the Paris and NASDAQ stock exchanges. This move not only provided capital for further expansion but also increased its visibility on the global stage.
Over the years, Dassault Systèmes has continued to grow, acquiring several companies to enhance its product portfolio and entering new markets. Its focus on 3D experiences and digital solutions has positioned it as a leader in the industry, serving a wide range of sectors from life sciences to consumer goods.
Today, Dassault Systèmes stands as a testament to the power of innovation and strategic growth, continually pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the realm of 3D design and beyond.
Source: Dealroom company dataAt a glance
- Status
- Listed
- Founded
- 1981
- Headquarters
- Vélizy-Villacoublay, France
- Listing
- IPO 1996
- Employees
- 22,555
- Open positions
- 157
- Dealroom signal
- 63.9/100
- Sector
- Aviation, Autonomous Mobility, Innovation Radar, Digital Twin, Aviation and Aerospace, Industrial Technology, Simulation Tech, Manufacturing Tech, Industrial Tech Engineering Tools, AV Simulation, EIT InnoEnergy, European Battery Alliance
- Technology
- 3D Technology
- Business model
- SaaS
- Client focus
- b2b
- Investment activity
- 43 companies, latest Jul 2026
- Capital deployed
- $142M
- Preferred round
- ACQUISITION
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Funding history
Company financing events and reported valuations.
| Deal type | Date | Amount | Valuation | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| POST IPO DEBT✓Debt | Jun 2026 | $1.1B | — | Undisclosed | ↗ |
| SUPPORT PROGRAM✓Other financing | Feb 2026 | $0 | — | HEC Paris · HEC Challenge+ | — |
Financials
Revenue, earnings and other financial measures where available. Years marked “E” are estimates.
Growth signals
Latest recorded traffic for Dassault Systemes is 1.8M monthly website visits, up 38.5% over the last three months. Dassault Systemes's team grew 0% over the past year.
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Investors
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Seed1 investor entered at this stage
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Other known investors7 additional known investors
HEC Paris
HEC Challenge+
Dassault Group- EMEmmanuel Mounier
Ideon Science Park
Málaga TechPark- MMMichelle Murcia
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