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Salute Expands European Presence with Strategic Acquisition of Keysource

In a significant move that underscores its commitment to growth in Europe, Salute, a global leader in integrated data center lifecycle services, has announced the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire Keysource. For over four decades, Keysource has been a trusted provider of sustainable data center solutions and strategic consulting services in the EMEA region. The acquisition is currently pending regulatory approval, but once completed, it promises to substantially enhance Salute's capabilities and workforce in the region.

Expanding Workforce and Capabilities

Upon the closure of the transaction, Salute's workforce in EMEA will exceed 500 skilled professionals, including 130 new employees from Keysource. This integration not only broadens Salute's capacity but also prepares the company to meet the rising demand for AI-driven infrastructure solutions. The combined expertise will enable Salute to provide scalable and sustainable consulting solutions to its global clientele.

Erich Sanchack, CEO of Salute, emphasizes the potential of this acquisition: "By acquiring Keysource and its suite of consultancy services, we enhance our ability to advance cutting-edge technologies such as AI to improve data center operations across Europe. Although we already have a robust team providing technical design, construction, and operational consulting in the Americas, we aimed to bolster our activities within the EMEA region. Keysource's exceptional talent and expertise align perfectly with Salute’s mission to better serve our clients in all areas."

Key Benefits of the Acquisition

The acquisition brings several key advantages:

• - Expanded European Presence: Salute's team in Europe will grow significantly, establishing critical mass for operations in the EMEA region. Post-transaction, Salute's global headcount will exceed 1,800 employees.
• - Enhanced Capabilities: The deal will strengthen Salute’s consulting expertise in energy optimization, sustainability, and AI readiness.
• - Market Differentiation: The addition of complementary services will enhance Salute’s integrated lifecycle offering for data center owners, operators, and investors.

The acquisition is expected to complete by the start of the second quarter in 2025, following a series of recent strategic hires and internal promotions that reflect Salute’s focus on investing in talent and service capacity to better support its global client base.

About Salute

Founded in 2013, Salute is a leading provider of integrated lifecycle services for data centers, operating in more than 102 markets with 12 global offices and over 1,700 employees. The company delivers comprehensive solutions for large-scale facilities, cloud, colocation, and edge installations, emphasizing sustainability and talent development. For more information, visit www.salutemissioncritical.com.

About Keysource

Keysource is a recognized leader in sustainable data center solutions and consulting services. With decades of experience, Keysource helps the data center sector achieve operational efficiency, sustainability, and innovation throughout the lifecycle of facilities.