Bain Capital Launches hscale, a New Hyperscale Data Centre Developer
Bain Capital has unveiled hscale, a hyperscale data centre developer set to invest ‘multi-billion Euro’ into over 1 GW of capacity in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
Key Points:
- Bain Capital expands its digital infrastructure presence with hscale, following the acquisition of AQ Compute last year.
- hscale, led by Oliver Schiebel, aims to create customer-friendly and sustainable data centres in major hubs like Milan, Frankfurt, and London.
- Aquila Group retains a 20% stake in hscale, bringing in renewable energy expertise to build low-carbon data centres.
hscale, under the leadership of Oliver Schiebel, a former Mainova WebHouse executive, is on a mission to revolutionize the data centre landscape. The company’s seasoned team, with a track record of delivering 6.85 GW of data centre capacity, is poised to transform key markets across EMEA and APAC.
With Aquila Group maintaining a stake in hscale, the company is well-positioned to integrate renewable energy solutions into its facilities. This strategic partnership aims to create sustainable data centres that align with the industry’s move towards cleaner energy practices.
Michael Huber, a Principal at Bain Capital, highlighted hscale’s ambitious investment plans, signaling rapid expansion in the hyperscale data centre sector. The company’s focus on key locations and customer-centric approach sets it apart in meeting the evolving needs of hyperscalers.
hscale’s official introduction will take place at the Datacloud Global Congress in Cannes, where the company’s Chief Technology Officer, Abed Jishi, will outline its future roadmap. As hscale gears up for substantial growth, its commitment to innovation and customer service is set to redefine the digital infrastructure landscape.
