- Pulsant has acquired two data centers from SCC, located in Birmingham and Fareham, increasing its total facilities to 14.
- The acquisition enhances Pulsant’s UK coverage, particularly in underserved areas, bolstering its edge computing capabilities.
What happened: Pulsant acquires two data centers from SCC to expand UK footprint
Pulsant, a UK-based edge data center operator, has acquired two data centers from IT services provider SCC, expanding its portfolio to 14 facilities. The acquisition includes data centers in Birmingham and Fareham, along with their facilities teams and colocation clients. The Birmingham facility, located at 20 Westwood Avenue in Tyseley, offers approximately 2MW across 25,000 sq ft of white space, with potential for expansion. The Fareham facility, at 18 Brunel Way, provides 3MW across 25,000 sq ft of white space.
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Why it’s important
This acquisition strengthens Pulsant’s presence near key economic hubs in the UK, particularly in Birmingham, the country’s second-largest city. By expanding its data center footprint, Pulsant aims to enhance digital infrastructure in traditionally underserved regions, supporting the growing demand for edge computing and connectivity solutions.
