Equinix EMEA
Equinix EMEA operates in 12 countries across the EMEA region, providing a platform for businesses to interconnect foundational infrastructure and scale digital services. The company has a robust ecosystem of over 10,000 companies and focuses on sustainability, aiming for 100% renewable energy usage across its global operations.
Services
Equinix EMEA provides a platform enabling businesses to interconnect foundational infrastructure. Key services include Business Ecosystems, Cloud Services, Colocation, Data Exchange, Data Security, Enterprise support, Financial Services, and Interconnection. Specialized services include Equinix Fabric, which connects digital infrastructure on demand across multiple locations; Equinix Metal, providing automated bare metal servers for rapid global deployment; Network Edge for deploying virtual network services without physical infrastructure; and Equinix Internet Exchange for exchanging internet traffic through a single point.
Geographical Reach
Equinix EMEA operates in 12 countries including the United Kingdom, Netherlands, France, Ireland, Switzerland, Germany, UAE, Finland, Sweden, Italy, and South Africa. The company has locations in various cities such as London, Dublin, Milan, Zurich, Helsinki, and Abu Dhabi, among others. With a presence in major economic hubs, the company offers localized websites for each country, providing tailored information and services specific to each market.
Company History
Founded in 1998, Equinix EMEA has grown into a significant player in the Internet Publishing industry. The company operates over 220 data centers globally, facilitating extensive interconnectivity options. Headquartered in Redwood City, California, Equinix has built a robust ecosystem of over 10,000 companies, including cloud and IT service providers, enterprises, and network service providers, making it a critical hub for digital infrastructure.
Sustainability Initiatives
Equinix EMEA has a significant focus on sustainability, striving to achieve 100% renewable energy usage across its global operations. The company reached a milestone of 90% renewable energy usage as of 2021. Equinix continues to implement initiatives aimed at reducing its environmental impact and promoting sustainable practices within the data center industry.
Strategic Partnerships
Equinix EMEA has formed strategic partnerships to enhance its service offerings and expand its reach. Notably, the company has a partnership with GIC, Singapore's sovereign wealth fund, to develop and operate hyperscale data centers in Europe. This collaboration enhances Equinix's capability to support large-scale data center requirements, catering to the growing demand for digital infrastructure.