Safe Software

Safe Software

Converts and integrates spatial data formats

Overview

Safe Software builds FME, a data integration platform that acts as a universal translator for spatial data. It enables converting and integrating hundreds of formats without writing code. FME uses a visual workflow and connectors (format readers/writers) to transform data, validate it, and move it between systems. The company distinguishes itself by its long-time focus on geospatial data interoperability, broad format support, and a no-code approach that lets users design data pipelines without programming. It aims to help organizations share and combine geographic information across formats to support informed decisions and efficient data workflows.

Significant Headcount Growth

About Safe Software

Simplify's Rating
Why Safe Software is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Data & Analytics

Enterprise Software

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Surrey, Canada

Founded

1993

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What believers are saying

  • Safe crossed $100 million revenue by June 2026 and targets $250 million by 2028.
  • Nabil Lodey joined in June 2026, signaling serious EMEA expansion after the 2025 UK-Ireland rollout.
  • AWS Marketplace, Snowflake embedding, and MCP give Safe new distribution and AI relevance.

What critics are saying

  • Fivetran, Matillion, and Qlik keep compressing integration software differentiation by 2028.
  • Safe's growth depends on 1Spatial and partner channels; channel conflict can slow EMEA expansion.
  • If Snowflake, Databricks, and cloud marketplaces absorb connectors, FME becomes a niche utility.

What makes Safe Software unique

  • FME owns spatial ETL; 20,000 organizations use it across 120 countries in 2026.
  • Safe added MCP in March 2026, turning workflows into AI tools.
  • FME Realize launched in 2025, linking digital twins and field AR workflows.

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Benefits

Remote Work Options

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Flexible Work Hours

Paid Vacation

Parental Leave

Professional Development Budget

Training Programs

Wellness Program

Mental Health Support

Profit Sharing

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

12%

1 year growth

12%

2 year growth

12%
BNN Bloomberg
Jun 25th, 2026
Safe Software appoints Nabil Lodey as its first EMEA senior executive to drive regional expansion.

Safe Software appoints Nabil Lodey as its first EMEA senior executive to drive regional expansion. Published: June 25, 2026 at 3:52PM EDT LONDON & SURREY, British Columbia-(BUSINESS WIRE)- Safe Software (Safe), creator of FME, the only All-Data, Any-AI enterprise integration platform, today announced the appointment of Nabil Lodey as VP EMEA, where he will drive growth in the company's presence and customer base across the region. His appointment builds directly on Safe's operational expansion into the UK and Ireland, announced in June 2025. Nabil joins Safe from 1Spatial, a long-standing Safe partner and FME reseller, where he served as Managing Director for the UK and Ireland. He brings a deep, first-hand understanding of Safe's business and of the FME Platform, having worked closely with the technology and its customer base. That familiarity positions him to further accelerate Safe's regional expansion plan while deepening the company's commitment to support clients and partners across Europe through local expertise and presence. An experienced technology leader, Nabil brings more than a decade of experience building and scaling data and geospatial software businesses. He has held chief executive and senior leadership roles across the sector, with a consistent track record of driving rapid growth, building high-performing teams, and delivering strong commercial outcomes. He began his career in the Royal Navy, holds a degree in Economics from Queen Mary, University of London, and is a Sloan Fellow of London Business School. "We're delighted to welcome Nabil to Safe Software as our first VP EMEA," said Don Murray, CEO of Safe Software. "Nabil already knows our business, our partners, and the FME Platform, which makes him exceptionally well placed to lead our growth across EMEA. His appointment is a clear signal of our long-term commitment to our customers and partners in the region." "Safe Software has built something rare: 30 years of customer-driven innovation and a genuinely global community of customers and partners who rely on FME every day," said Nabil Lodey, VP EMEA, at Safe Software. "I've seen the impact of FME first-hand, and I'm excited to help more organisations across the UK, Ireland, and Europe do more with their data and AI applications as well as building on Safe's already strong partner network and growing local presence." Nabil joins a strengthened leadership team that has recently welcomed Judd Lee as Chief Financial Officer and Vanessa Ribreau as Chief People Officer. Safe's global user conference, the Peak of Data and AI, takes place March 9-11, 2027, at the QEII Centre in London, UK. For more information, visit peakofdataintegration.com About Safe SoftwareHeadquartered in Surrey, British Columbia, Safe Software is the creator of FME, the only All-Data, Any-AI platform. Founded in 1993, Safe has been focused on bringing life to data since its inception. Whether your challenges have to do with spatial data, big data, stream processing, cloud migration, unstructured data, or business intelligence, Safe Software is here to help you spend more time reaping the benefits of information, and less time fighting it. About FME by Safe SoftwareThe FME Platform has built-in support for thousands of systems as well as 800+ out-of-the-box transformers allowing users to build and automate custom workflows without having to code. Over 20,000 organizations worldwide trust FME technology for their enterprise integration solutions. Through Safe Software's international partner network, FME is used in 120+ countries around the world and has been localized into multiple languages. View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260625349432/en/ Media Contact Dan Gamble [email protected] +1778 873 0422 Business Wire

Business Wire
Jun 25th, 2026
Safe Software appoints Nabil Lodey as first VP EMEA to drive regional expansion

Safe Software has appointed Nabil Lodey as VP EMEA, its first senior executive for the region, to drive expansion across Europe. The move follows the company's operational expansion into the UK and Ireland announced in June 2025. Lodey joins from 1Spatial, a Safe partner and reseller, where he served as Managing Director for the UK and Ireland. He brings over a decade of experience building data and geospatial software businesses, having held chief executive and senior leadership roles across the sector. Safe Software, headquartered in Surrey, British Columbia, creates FME, an All-Data, Any-AI enterprise integration platform used by over 20,000 organisations worldwide. The appointment strengthens Safe's leadership team following recent additions including a Chief Financial Officer and Chief People Officer.

ON Partners
Jun 4th, 2026
Safe Software appoints new Chief Financial Officer.

Safe Software appoints new Chief Financial Officer. Jun 4, 2026 Safe Software bolsters leadership team with CFO appointments to drive next phase of growth. Safe Software (Safe), creator of FME, the only All-Data, Any-AI enterprise integration platform, appointed Judd Lee as the company's Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Having recently crossed $100M in revenue, the expanded leadership team will further enable the company to scale as it accelerates toward its goal of reaching $250M in revenue by 2028. Judd Lee is a seasoned CFO with over 15 years of experience partnering closely with CEOs to align financial strategy and accelerate sustainable growth. He is known for his strong commitment to mentorship and for building high-performing global teams rooted in trust, morale and a shared sense of purpose. With more than two decades of financial leadership across both private and public companies, Judd has developed a proven track record of scaling businesses and maximizing shareholder value through disciplined execution and strategic insight. Based in Seattle, Judd brings proven expertise in building and scaling finance teams within enterprise SaaS businesses. "Joining Safe Software at this stage is an exciting opportunity," said Judd Lee, CFO of Safe Software. "The company has built a strong global presence, and I look forward to working with this talented team to build on that momentum and drive the next phase of growth." View his full bio here. Executive search partnership: Safe Software. Partners Jake Espenlaub and Danny Bolger are proud to have partnered with Safe Software on this Chief Financial Officer. Headquartered in Surrey, British Columbia, Safe Software is the creator of FME, the only enterprise integration platform with comprehensive support for spatial data. The company was founded in 1993 and has been focused on bringing life to data since its inception. Whether your challenges have to do with spatial data, big data, stream processing, cloud migration, or business intelligence, Safe Software is here to help you spend more time reaping the benefits of information, and less time fighting it.

Associated Press
Apr 23rd, 2026
Safe Software appoints CFO and CPO as it targets $250M revenue by 2028

Safe Software, creator of FME enterprise integration platform, has appointed Judd Lee as chief financial officer and Vanessa Ribreau as chief people officer as it scales towards $250 million in revenue by 2028. The Surrey, British Columbia-based company recently crossed $100 million in revenue. Lee brings over 15 years of CFO experience scaling enterprise SaaS businesses and will lead financial strategy from Seattle. Ribreau, relocating from Montreal to Vancouver, has spent a decade scaling people functions at high-growth technology companies including BenchSci, AlayaCare and Shopify. Founded in 1993, Safe Software's FME platform is used by over 20,000 organisations worldwide across 120 countries for enterprise integration solutions with comprehensive spatial data support.

Argis Solutions
Mar 9th, 2026
Indigo Beam Acquires Argis Solutions, Expanding GIS Reach into Colorado and the Public Sector

Indigo Beam acquires Argis Solutions, expanding GIS reach into Colorado and the public sector. Indigo Beam, a Houston-based digital transformation firm, acquires Argis Solutions, an Esri Gold Partner based in Aurora, Colorado. The acquisition enhances Indigo Beam's energy-focused geospatial capabilities to create a comprehensive, multi-industry GIS consulting practice. (PRWEB.COM) HOUSTON, March 9, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ - Indigo Beam, LLC ("Indigo Beam"), a Houston-based digital transformation and technology consulting firm, today announced its acquisition of Argis Solutions, Inc. ("Argis"), an award-winning Esri Gold Partner specializing in GIS professional services for state and local government, federal agencies, nonprofit organizations, and the private sector. Argis brings deep expertise in spatial analysis, machine learning/AI, and innovative GIS solutions. Argis is recognized by Esri as a Gold Partner and maintains strategic partnerships with Safe Software (FME) and the Colorado Statewide Internet Portal Authority (SIPA). Argis will continue to operate under the Argis Solutions brand and will maintain its commitment to serving its clients. The acquisition also establishes Indigo Beam's presence in Colorado, Wyoming, Illinois, and Ohio while significantly expanding its geospatial offerings within the public sector. "Together with LOGIC Solutions Group, we now offer clients a geospatial practice that can serve a county assessor's office and a pipeline operator with equal depth. That range is rare, and it's what makes this combination compelling." - Adarsh Karia, CEO, Indigo Beam

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