Finnish-based MariaDB Acquires SkySQL

MariaDB originally created SkySQL and, after it became an independent company in 2023, greatly improved its product. Acquiring SkySQL allows MariaDB to offer customers more flexibility and deployment options, including both self-managed and fully managed cloud solutions.

“Our customers have made it clear that they want flexibility, and they need powerful, reliable database solutions wherever their business takes them - on premises, in the cloud or in hybrid environments,” said Rohit de Souza, CEO, MariaDB plc.

“Acquiring SkySQL helps accelerate plans and adds further innovation to MariaDB Cloud. It’s a strategic investment in our customers and a decisive step to enhance our ability to provide the comprehensive, modern, world-class database platform our customers need to thrive and maintain a competitive edge.”

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Enterprises are moving more workloads to cloud-based databases for better scalability, cost savings, and accessibility. MariaDB Cloud offers provisioned databases on AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud, plus a serverless mode for developers to quickly build cloud-native, AI-driven apps without overspending.

Its integrated agentic AI also enhances how developers handle complex data. MariaDB Cloud lets customers use the MariaDB Enterprise Platform as a fully managed cloud service.

“SkySQL’s level of sophistication, from its built-in elasticity, advanced serverless technology, to its agentic AI capabilities, is extremely impressive,” said Vikas Mathur, chief product officer, MariaDB plc.

“By bringing SkySQL’s DBaaS into the MariaDB portfolio, we are immediately addressing our customers’ needs while also gaining a robust foundation to make MariaDB the default option for building GenAI applications.”

According to Jags Ramnarayan, chief technology officer, SkySQL: “This acquisition is a major win for our customers who will now benefit from our joint efforts and faster innovation cycles. As a part of MariaDB again, we are now able to bring this capability to customers across the globe faster and more effectively.”

The acquisition of SkySQL comes on the heels of MariaDB’s acquisition of Galeria Cluster in June 2025.

About MariaDB

MariaDB is a next-gen database company that removes proprietary database complexities, enabling fast innovation. It offers a complete, deployable solution for transactional, analytical, and hybrid needs. Trusted by Deutsche Bank, DBS Bank, ServiceNow, and Samsung, MariaDB delivers value without legacy costs.