# Sandvik to acquire ThoroughTec Simulation

Sandvik has signed an agreement to acquire ThoroughTec Simulation, a South Africa-based provider of mining equipment simulators and training systems. The transaction is expected to close in Q2 2026; the purchase price was not disclosed.

- Type: Acquisition
- Announced: 2026-02-12
- Where: Durban, South Africa
- Status: announced
- Products: mining equipment simulators, simulator-based training, training management system
- Sectors: [Mining Equipment](https://endata.com/sectors/mining-equipment.md)

## Companies

- [Sandvik](https://endata.com/companies/6190.md) (acquirer)
- [ThoroughTec Simulation](https://endata.com/companies/90306.md) (target)

## Sources

- [im-mining.com](https://im-mining.com/2026/02/12/sandvik-to-acquire-south-africa-based-thoroughtec-simulation/), 2026-02-12: "Sandvik has signed an agreement to acquire ThoroughTec Simulation, a South Africa-based leading provider of equipment simulators and simulator-based training for the global mining industry."
- [mining.com](https://www.mining.com/sandvik-acquires-south-africas-thoroughtec-simulation/), 2026-02-12: "ThoroughTec is a great addition to Sandvik. Their solutions will strengthen our aftermarket offering and help customers enhance both productivity and safety in their operations through advanced training technologies."

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