LATEST REGIONAL PROJECT UPDATE
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ONTARIO
Cologix and CIM Group have confirmed completion of a state-of-the-art , 15-megawatt Scalelogix TOR4 data center in Toronto . With the completion of TOR4 , Cologix offers more than 200 Canadian-based networks and over 700 networks across the company ’ s North American footprint . Cologix Chief Revenue Officer Chris Heinrich , said : “ TOR4 embodies our vision of providing cutting-edge hyperscale data center solutions that empower businesses to thrive with rapid connectivity , ultra-low latency , robust security and essential network access , which are vital to helping our customers grow their businesses at the digital edge .”
Avi Shemesh , Co-Founder and Principal , CIM Group , said : “ We are focused on growing our investment in state-of-the-art data centers throughout North America that accommodate the latest and future technologies . Further , our investment strategy prioritizes data centers that are designed and operated in a manner that reflects the best practices in sustainability and environmentally sensitive processes .”
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ARIZONA
Aphorio Carter Fund Management Company has acquired the Tucson Tech Data center for US $ 13M and plans to spend US $ 8m on upgrading the site . The center is 100 % net leased to TECfusions , a data center development and operations entity and energy-efficient microgrid developer and operator . The acquisition marks the fourth data center purchase for Aphorio Carter
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“ The Tucson Tech Data center is a fantastic addition to our rapidly expanding portfolio due to its ideal location in the Southwest and sustainability measures ,” said John Regan , Chief Investment Officer , Aphorio Carter .
“ The property ’ s focus on sustainable data center construction , energy efficiency and renewable power sources helps lead the data center industry toward sustainability . The demand for technology , digital storage , data transmission and added capacity at data centers that support our digital-driven world continues to grow rapidly – we are excited about the opportunity and value this data center brings to our portfolio .”
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NEW JERSEY
Climb Channel Solutions has confirmed the launch of a new partnership with FireMon in North America . This collaboration brings together FireMon ’ s cuttingedge cybersecurity expertise and Climb Channel Solutions ’ extensive network of technology providers across the United States and Canada . “ FireMon is a recognized leader in Network Security Policy Management ( NSPM ) and is a 100 % channel company ,” said Nicole Stavroff , VP of Channel Worldwide , FireMon .
“ We see our collaboration as a strategic alignment , delivering cybersecurity excellence to customers across North America and other applicable geos .“
Dale Foster , CEO , Climb Channel Solutions , said : “ Teaming up with FireMon aligns perfectly with our commitment to providing innovative , reliable and cybersecurity technology solutions to our reseller partners .“ FireMon ’ s visibility into and control over network security infrastructures will add significant value to our portfolio and help our resellers navigate the complex landscape of cybersecurity .”
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