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DigitalBridge Acquires Yondr Group to Expand Hyperscale Data Center Portfolio

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Slice of Finance Team
03 Nov

Key Highlights:

  • DigitalBridge acquires Yondr Group to enhance hyperscale data center capacity.

  • Yondr brings 420MW capacity committed to hyperscalers, with a future potential of over 1GW.

  • Partnership targets growth fueled by AI, cloud, and digital transformation.

  • Yondr remains independent, leveraging DigitalBridge’s strategic backing.

  • Closing expected in early 2025, pending customary conditions.

Notable Quote:

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"Yondr enhances our existing data center portfolio and strengthens our ability to support hyperscalers. Together, we are well-positioned to capitalize on the increasing demand for hyperscale data centers – fueled by AI, cloud computing, and the ongoing digital transformation across industries."

Jon Mauck, Senior Managing Director at DigitalBridge

Our Take:

This acquisition underscores DigitalBridge's commitment to expanding its presence in digital infrastructure, specifically within the rapidly growing hyperscale data center market. With Yondr’s robust portfolio and expertise in sustainable, high-capacity data centers, DigitalBridge is poised to meet surging industry demand, driven by technological advancements in AI, cloud computing, and digital transformation. Yondr's independence within the DigitalBridge portfolio will allow it to maintain operational agility while accessing the financial and strategic resources necessary to scale globally. This acquisition positions DigitalBridge to capture long-term growth opportunities in a market where demand shows no signs of slowing.