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HCL Technologies acquires Hungarian data engineering services company
Starschema provides consulting , technology and managed services in data engineering to Global 2000 companies in the US and Europe .
The acquisition combines Starschema ’ s high-value capabilities and data-focused expertise with HCL ’ s existing presence in industry segments undergoing data-driven transformation .
In addition , HCL will strengthen its position in data engineering , which is an integral part of the company ’ s digital engineering capabilities and next-generation offerings .
“ Joining HCL will enable us to keep our strategic focus and expand our data engineering capacity to provide a greater breadth and depth of services to clients ,” said Tamas Foldi , Founder and CEO , Starschema .
HCL Technologies ( HCL ), a leading global technology company , signed a definitive agreement for the acquisition of Starschema , a leading provider of data engineering services , based in Budapest , Hungary . The strategic acquisition will bolster HCL ’ s capability in digital engineering – driven by data engineering – and increase its presence in Central and Eastern Europe .
“ As part of HCL ’ s full spectrum of technology services , we will leverage our expertise in data engineering and emerging data technologies to solve companies ’ data challenges , through building fast , scalable solutions that make people more effective and companies more profitable . This strategic move also represents exemplary career growth opportunities for our people .”
Pulsant acquires Manchester data centre as part of Edge Computing strategy
Pulsant , a leading hybrid cloud specialist and operator of one of the UK ’ s leading Edge Computing platforms , has announced it has completed the acquisition of a Manchester data centre and associated clients from M247 Limited . Located in one of the fastest-growing tech hubs in the UK and Europe , the acquisition supports Pulsant ’ s strategy of geographic expansion , enabling the company to extend its Edge platform to the city and the north-west .
Situated within a secure compound in central Manchester , the 6,500 sqft . data centre provides the capacity of around 1MW power , with further investment planned to expand and upgrade the facility .
The location complements Pulsant ’ s existing network of strategically located data centres , offering good transport links and connectivity , including a LINX Manchester Point of Presence ( PoP ) on site .
The move is part of Pulsant ’ s ambitious growth strategy and its first acquisition since receiving investment from Antin Infrastructure Partners in July 2021 . The deal includes the data centre and transfer of 40 clients and all site staff from M247 , who will become a major client of Pulsant and continue to use the data centre to serve their own business . As well as delivering services to existing clients from the new data centre , Pulsant will seek to bring its full range of colocation and hybrid cloud services to new businesses within the area .
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