Overview
Executive Overview
AtlasEdge Data Centers is a leading European edge infrastructure provider established to meet the growing demand for localized, low-latency data processing. Headquartered in London, the company was launched in 2021 as a joint venture between Liberty Global, a world leader in converged broadband and mobile communications, and DigitalBridge, a leading global investment firm dedicated to digital infrastructure.
The company’s mission is to build and operate Europe’s leading edge platform, providing the critical infrastructure required for the next wave of digital transformation. AtlasEdge operates a portfolio of more than 100 data centers across major European markets, including the UK, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, and Switzerland. This expansive network was significantly bolstered by the acquisition of Datacenter One in Germany and the integration of technical sites from Liberty Global’s operating companies, such as Virgin Media O2.
AtlasEdge serves a diverse client base, including Tier 1 telecommunications carriers, global content delivery networks (CDNs), large-scale enterprises, and cloud service providers. Their service offering includes colocation, cross-connects, and remote hands services, all delivered through a sustainable operational framework. As data consumption patterns shift toward real-time applications—such as autonomous vehicles, remote healthcare, and high-frequency trading—AtlasEdge focuses on providing the physical foundation necessary to support these high-bandwidth, low-latency requirements. The company’s rapid expansion reflects its strategic focus on consolidating the fragmented European edge market into a unified, professionalized platform.
Company Differentiation
AtlasEdge is defined by its strategic pedigree and a business model built specifically for the next generation of internet infrastructure. Formed through a joint venture between Liberty Global and DigitalBridge, the company combines the operational expertise of a global digital infrastructure investment firm with the deep connectivity assets of a major telecommunications provider. This dual heritage gives AtlasEdge a unique cultural focus on "local-first" infrastructure, prioritizing proximity to end-users over traditional centralized data center hubs.
The company's philosophy centers on the decentralization of the cloud. Unlike traditional providers that focus on hyper-scale campuses, AtlasEdge operates with an agile, distributed mindset. Their approach to customer success is rooted in partnership with Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) and Internet Service Providers (ISPs) to create a seamless ecosystem at the network edge. This collaborative business model allows them to offer a distributed footprint that is difficult for standalone providers to replicate, positioning them as a critical infrastructure partner rather than just a space-and-power landlord. Their commitment to sustainability is also a core cultural pillar, focusing on high-efficiency cooling and renewable energy integration as they scale across Europe.
Company Demographics
Product Offerings
- Edge Colocation: Standardized rack space in highly distributed locations for low-latency workloads.
- Metro Hubs: Larger facilities in major cities that serve as aggregation points for smaller edge sites.
- Interconnect Services: Physical and virtual cross-connects to a wide array of carriers and cloud providers.
- Custom Edge Modules: Bespoke infrastructure solutions for high-density or specialized hardware requirements.
- Managed Services: Smart Hands and technical support to maintain infrastructure without local customer staff.
Product Differentiation
The primary product differentiator for AtlasEdge is its extensive and highly distributed European footprint, which provides the "missing link" between core data centers and the end-user. While traditional providers focus on the FLAP (Frankfurt, London, Amsterdam, Paris) markets, AtlasEdge delivers high-performance colocation in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities, significantly reducing latency for edge-dependent applications.
Key technical advantages include:
- Strategic Proximity: Their facilities are located at the "true edge," often integrated directly into or adjacent to carrier networks, which minimizes the physical distance data must travel.
- Interconnectivity Ecosystem: AtlasEdge provides a carrier-neutral environment with dense fiber access, enabling seamless interconnection between cloud providers, ISPs, and enterprises within a localized hub.
- Scalable Edge Modules: They utilize standardized, high-efficiency infrastructure designs that allow for rapid deployment and consistent operational standards across diverse geographic locations.
- Future-Ready Power Density: Their facilities are engineered to support the high-density power requirements of modern AI and machine learning workloads at the edge, a capability often lacking in older, legacy edge sites.
By focusing on the "Aggregation Edge," AtlasEdge products allow customers to distribute their architecture closer to the point of consumption, which is critical for 5G, IoT, autonomous systems, and real-time content delivery.
