Simpson Thacher is representing EdgeConneX, Inc. (“EdgeConneX”), a leading global data center provider serving the fast growing Hyperscale and Edge ecosystems, in the announced sale to EQT Infrastructure IV fund by an investor group led by Providence Equity Partners. The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions and is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2020.
EdgeConneX provides a full range of data center solutions worldwide, from Hyperlocal to Hyperscale, from purpose-built to build-to-order, working closely with our customers to offer choice in location, scale and type of facility. Delivering flexibility, connectivity, proximity and value, EdgeConneX is a global leader in anytime, anywhere, any scale data center services for a diverse portfolio of industries including Content, Cloud, Networks, Gaming, Automotive, SaaS, IoT, HPC, Security and more.
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