Cologix, a prominent player in the network-neutral interconnection and hyperscale edge data center sector in North America, has broadened its U.S. operational scope with the strategic acquisition of two data centers in Iowa. This expansion would not only mark Cologix’s inaugural venture into the Des Moines market but also signify a strengthened commitment to enhancing colocation and interconnection services in the region.
The acquired facilities, identified as DSM1 and DSM2, are now integral to Cologix’s North American colocation data center portfolio. Financial terms of the two acquisitions were not disclosed.
DSM1, located in the Financial Center building in downtown Des Moines, boasts 4,000 square feet of space and 600kW of power. It is notably positioned in a carrier hotel, providing direct access to 26 unique networks and the DesMoinesIX Internet Exchange, with potential expansion to an additional 10,000 square feet and 1.0 MW of power.
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Laura Ortman, CEO of Cologix, expressed enthusiasm about the company’s entrance into the Iowa market, emphasizing the strategic location of their first carrier hotel within the state.DSM2, in the Cedar Valley area of Cedar Falls, expands Cologix‘s footprint with 12,500 square feet and 1.0 MW of power, offering strategic connectivity through a diverse fiber ring that links it to DSM1 and major cities like Chicago and Minneapolis, facilitating low latency routes.
Additional Land in Des Moines for Future Expansion
Laura Ortman, CEO of Cologix, expressed enthusiasm about the company’s entrance into the Iowa market, emphasizing the strategic location of their first carrier hotel within the state. She highlighted the company’s future plans to expand its Scalelogix and digital edge facilities to offer a scalable, high-performance colocation and interconnection platform that meets the rising digital demands of businesses.
In response to growing customer needs, Cologix has also secured additional land in Des Moines for future expansion, aiming to build upon their current offerings and support digital transformation efforts for businesses across various sectors.
The move to expand into Iowa would be consistent with Cologix‘s goal of meeting business needs for digital infrastructure as they depend more and more on modern data center capabilities to streamline processes and grow efficiently.
