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PAIX Data Centres
Cloud- and Carrier Neutral Data Centre provider
About PAIX Data Centres
PAIX Data Centres is a company that specializes in the development and operation of a network of cloud- and carrier-neutral colocation data centers in Africa. The company's primary focus is on providing secure, scalable, and reliable infrastructure to a diverse range of clients, including internet service providers, cloud providers, content delivery networks (CDNs), and enterprises.
By establishing data centers in key African cities, PAIX aims to address the growing demand for data storage and processing on the continent. The company's business model is centered around providing colocation services, which means they rent out space, power, and cooling to clients who want to house their own servers and networking equipment. This model allows clients to benefit from a high-quality data center environment without the capital expenditure of building their own facility.
PAIX's data centers are "carrier-neutral," which means they are not tied to any single telecommunications provider. This provides clients with a wide choice of connectivity options and can lead to lower costs and better performance. The "cloud-neutral" aspect of their facilities ensures that clients can connect to multiple cloud providers, offering flexibility and avoiding vendor lock-in.
The company plays a crucial role in the development of Africa's digital economy by providing the foundational infrastructure needed for businesses to thrive in the digital age. PAIX's strategy involves not only building data centers but also fostering a community of users within their facilities to create vibrant digital ecosystems.
Source: Dealroom company dataAt a glance
- Status
- Operational
- Founded
- 2016
- Headquarters
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Employees
- 85
- Open positions
- 1
- Dealroom signal
- 78.0/100
- Industry
- Hosting
- Sector
- Hosting, Data Centers
- Client focus
- b2b
- Investment activity
- 1 company, latest Jan 2018
- Capital deployed
- —
- Preferred round
- ACQUISITION
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Company financing events and reported valuations.
| Deal type | Date | Amount | Valuation | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERIES B✓Equity / VC | Apr 2024 | $5M | $62M | Africa50 | ↗ |
| SERIES B✓Equity / VC | Sep 2023 | $7M | $57M | Africa50 | ↗ |
Growth signals
Latest recorded traffic for PAIX Data Centres is 5.4K monthly website visits, up 116% over the last three months. PAIX Data Centres's team grew 7.6% over the past year.
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Seed1 investor entered at this stage
Wouter van Hulten
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Africa50
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