The acquisition will allow the resulting group's enterprise, government, and service provider customers to access a full range of the combined companies' products and services. In addition to the increased product and service offerings, the acquisition will bring an enhanced and expanded skill set and capabilities to serve both companies' existing customers and provide new prospects worldwide.
Interoute was recently recognized in a Gartner Magic Quadrant report as a Leader for Managed Cloud Hosting in Europe.
Interoute provides a range of Unified Connectivity, IT, and Communications products and services to national and multinational companies, such as UEFA, the European Space Agency, SCA, and Saxo Bank, as well as global telecom operators and internet content providers. Easynet has an impressive customer base encompassing global enterprises and public sector entities, as well as domestic clients.
Gareth Williams, CEO of Interoute, commented: "These are exciting times for Interoute and our customers as we create a leading independent European ICT provider. This is the next step in our acquisition strategy and brings us much closer to our goal of being the provider of choice in Europe's digital economy.".
Mark Thompson, CEO of Easynet, stated: "I believe this acquisition will bring significant benefits to both Interoute and Easynet customers. Combining the two companies will offer greater and deeper connectivity options, as well as a broader portfolio of products and services, and the acquisition will further expand our current leading cloud hosting capacity in Europe.".
