Savvis opened a data center services shop to provide colocation, managed services, cloud computing and network services in Frankfurt.

The company has taken 400 sq mts of caged space at an Interxion Frankfurt data center. One hundred sq mts for colo and the rest for managed services. The space has 500kW of power available, is cold aisle contained and has access to 150 carriers.

"Savvis' data center expansion into Germany signifies a major milestone in our plans to serve growing demand in the European market," said Bill Fathers, president of Savvis. "Our multinational clients expect access to the same Savvis capabilities regardless of where they're operating geographically; our investment in Frankfurt recognizes and supports the increasing hosting needs in this region."
The data center also offers Savvis Symphony Dedicated private cloud service, with Savvis Symphony Virtual Private Data Centre (VPDC) public cloud services launching in early 2013.

"There's strong demand for Savvis' unmatched cloud, managed services and colocation solutions in continental Europe," said Donald Badoux, managing director, Savvis Germany. "Frankfurt is an important market for regional and international enterprises seeking the types of scalable, cost-efficient and flexible IT solutions that we offer."