Megaport Limited, a global leader in Network as a Service (NaaS), has announced the expansion of its European presence, launching 14 new data centre locations across seven countries. The company has also formed strategic partnerships with Portus Data Centers, NorthC Data Centers, and Sipartech to enhance its service offerings across the continent.
Extending Service Reach in Europe
These new Points of Presence (PoPs) and collaborations provide an extended network infrastructure, offering customers access to a broader ecosystem of data centres and service providers. The new PoPs are designed to support businesses in improving connectivity, scalability, and performance, creating a stronger network foundation for joint customers.
Partnerships with Key Operators
Megaport has partnered with Portus Data Centers in Germany to establish a new Point of Presence (PoP) in Munich. This marks a significant step in extending Megaport’s presence in Central Europe, offering joint customers enhanced connectivity options and increased reach.
In the Netherlands, Megaport has expanded its partnership with NorthC Data Centers by launching a second PoP at their Almere data centre. This move builds on their existing relationship, with Megaport already providing services at NorthC’s Oude Meer facility for several years. The new Almere PoP will increase service availability in the Amsterdam Metropolitan Area, further strengthening Megaport’s position in the Netherlands.
Megaport’s finalised partnership with Sipartech enhances its network in France and other major European cities. Sipartech, known for its dense optical network, will support Megaport customers with last-mile connectivity solutions, further improving access to high-speed, reliable network infrastructure.
Empowering Businesses with Better Connectivity
These key collaborations enable businesses to access a more extensive and flexible network. The new PoPs provide improved service availability and the ability for businesses to connect quickly to cloud service providers and other essential infrastructure across Europe. This is critical as more companies turn to multicloud and hybrid-cloud strategies to support their operations.
Statements from Partners
Michael Reid, CEO of Megaport, expressed excitement over the expansion: “Expanding to so many new European locations alongside such exceptional partners allows us to bring the network revolution further into Europe, giving new customers the ability to supercharge their business and build connections in less than 60 seconds.”
Adriaan Oosthoek, Chairman at Portus Data Centers, expressed his excitement: “We’re excited to collaborate with Megaport at our Tier IV data centre in Munich, helping to extend their global presence. This partnership enables us to offer more customers in Germany access to a diverse range of connectivity solutions, driving their business growth.”
Vincent Wammes, Director of International Alliances and Accounts at NorthC Data Centers, commented on the benefits: “The addition of Megaport’s new Point of Presence to our Almere data centre means our clients now have greater access to a diverse range of connectivity and cloud services, ensuring they remain at the forefront of innovation and digital transformation.”
Sipartech’s President and Founder, Julien Santina, added: “We are thrilled to partner with Megaport. Julien Santina, President and Founder at Sipartech, highlighted: We share a common vision with Megaport to enhance our clients’ experience through reliable, high-performance connectivity. This partnership allows us to provide even more innovative and customised connectivity solutions to our customers across France, Spain, Italy, and beyond.
Real-World Impact
Megaport’s growing customer base, including companies like Veolia Water, is already seeing the benefits of these new expansions. Veolia Water’s CTO, Vincent Lauriat, highlighted the positive impact: “As a result of implementing their reliable and resilient connectivity, we’ve seen a noticeable increase in customer satisfaction and revenue generation. Megaport is a trusted partner.”
Conclusion
Megaport’s expansion into 14 new data centres and its strategic partnerships with Portus, NorthC, and Sipartech represent a significant leap forward in strengthening its presence and capabilities across Europe. With enhanced connectivity and improved access to cloud services, Megaport is set to continue empowering businesses and driving innovation across the continent.
