Global provider of Network as a Service (NaaS) Megaport has announced a significant expansion of its European presence with the addition of 14 new data center locations across seven countries. This strategic growth comes through key partnerships with Portus Data Centers, NorthC Data Centers, and Sipartech, enhancing Megaport’s ability to offer scalable and high-performance network solutions to its European customers.

These new Points of Presence (PoPs) allow clients to connect to a broader ecosystem of service providers and data centers, streamlining network connectivity across the continent.

Megaport’s ongoing expansion is part of its larger strategy to deliver flexible network solutions to enterprises seeking seamless cloud connectivity. The addition of these new sites significantly boosts Megaport’s reach in Europe, allowing businesses in various industries to enhance their cloud strategies with faster, more accessible network infrastructure.

One of the key components of this expansion is Megaport’s collaboration with Portus Data Centers, a leading data center provider in Germany. A new Megaport PoP has been deployed in Portus’ Munich facility, offering joint customers enhanced connectivity options across Central Europe. This partnership provides Megaport with access to Germany’s critical IT infrastructure, enabling businesses to improve their network performance and scalability.

Data Center Presence in Germany and Netherlands

Portus Data Centers expressed their excitement over the partnership, with Adriaan Oosthoek, Chairman of Portus, stating, “We are thrilled to collaborate with Megaport in our Tier IV data center in Munich. This partnership allows us to offer their extensive connectivity solutions to more customers in Germany, helping to drive business growth through better network access and performance.” The Munich site is seen as a cornerstone for expanding Megaport’s presence in one of Europe’s largest economies, offering significant opportunities for enterprises operating in the region.

Further strengthening Megaport’s European footprint is its partnership with NorthC Data Centers in the Netherlands. Megaport has expanded its relationship with NorthC by launching a second PoP at their Almere facility, located within the Amsterdam Metropolitan Area. This new addition complements an existing PoP at NorthC’s Oude Meer data center, marking another step in the companies’ joint efforts to improve service availability and connectivity across the Netherlands.

Vincent Wammes, Director of International Alliances at NorthC Data Centers, highlighted the importance of this collaboration, stating, “Megaport’s expanded presence in Almere offers our clients enhanced access to diverse connectivity and cloud services, ensuring they remain at the cutting edge of innovation and digital transformation.” This expanded service offering is expected to benefit a range of industries, from finance to healthcare, that rely on robust cloud infrastructures for their operations.

Data Center Presence in France

In France, Megaport has solidified its presence through its partnership with Sipartech, a supplier of high-speed networking services. Sipartech provides last-mile connectivity for Megaport customers across Western Europe, utilizing its expansive optical network in France and other major European cities. This partnership enables businesses to modernize their network connections more easily and access top cloud service providers with greater efficiency.

Julien Santina, President and Founder of Sipartech, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration, stating, “Our shared vision with Megaport is to provide our customers with reliable, high-performance connectivity solutions. This partnership allows us to offer even more innovative and tailored solutions across Europe, particularly in key markets like France, Spain, and Italy.” The combined efforts of both companies are expected to drive greater value for businesses seeking cutting-edge network solutions.

Megaport’s CEO, Michael Reid, emphasized the significance of the company’s European expansion, stating, “We are able to bring the network revolution further into Europe by expanding to so many new locations alongside such exceptional partners. This gives new customers the ability to supercharge their business and establish network connections in less than 60 seconds.” Mr. Reid’s comments reflect Megaport’s mission to offer fast and flexible solutions that enable businesses to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

One of the key clients benefiting from Megaport’s growing network is Veolia Water, a leader in water resource management across Europe. Vincent Lauriat, Chief Technology Officer at Veolia Water, highlighted how Megaport’s services have improved their operations, saying, “Using Megaport has enabled us to diversify our multicloud strategy and enhance our operations through access to multiple data centers across Europe. Their reliable and robust connectivity has significantly improved our client satisfaction and revenue generation.”

With these new data center locations and partnerships, Megaport is positioning itself as a critical player in the European NaaS market. Businesses aiming to enhance their cloud infrastructure and connection strategies may reap advantages from the company’s increasing partner ecosystem and extended reach. With the increasing need for high-performance network solutions, Megaport’s continued European growth is expected to have a significant impact on the digital landscape of the area.