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February 6, 2025 | 04:34 pm
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - In the ever-expanding world of digital infrastructure, data centers are becoming more vital than they ever were. As the demand for digital storage and processing power grows, data center investors are recognizing this opportunity and jumping into the market with heavy capital.
List of the Leading Data Center Investors
Pitchbook and STL Partners highlight DigitalBridge and GI Partners among the world’s leading data center investors. Other key players capturing substantial growth in this crucial sector include:
1. DigitalBridge
DigitalBridge is undeniably one of the standout data center investors. Founded in 2013, this global investment firm spans key verticals, including data centers, cell towers, fiber networks, edge infrastructure, and small cells.
With a platform managing approximately $88 billion on behalf of its limited partners and shareholders, DigitalBridge has built a robust portfolio across these sectors. In 2024, the firm intensified its investments in data centers, reinforcing its role as a dominant player and a leader in the data center investment space.
2. GI Partners
Established in 2001, GI Partners continues to be at the forefront of global data center investment. Renowned for its expertise in private equity, real estate, and data infrastructure, this San Francisco-based firm has raised over $43 billion in capital from top-tier institutional investors.
GI Partners strategically focuses on four key sectors within data infrastructure, such as data transport, tech-enabled infrastructure, wireless access, and data centers.
3. I Squared Capital
I Squared Capital is an international private equity firm with a strong focus on infrastructure investments. Managing $38 billion in assets, the firm targets a diverse range of infrastructure opportunities.
A standout achievement for the firm was its acquisition of nLighten in 2023, an edge data center company that has since been expanding through strategic add-ons.
4. Astra Capital Management
As one of the largest private equity firms globally, Astra Capital Management boasts a vast portfolio spanning telecommunications and data infrastructure. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., the firm manages approximately $599 million in assets as of 2023.
Among its notable investments are CTS, DartPoints, and Logix Fiber Networks, which exemplify its strong presence in the focused sectors.
5. Berkshire Partners
Berkshire Partners, a private equity firm with 25 years of experience in digital infrastructure, has been actively expanding its presence in the sector. Its portfolio includes companies such as MedOne, Teraco, and TowerNorth.
6. Meridiam
With $18 billion in assets under management, Meridiam is a leading global investment firm known for its focus on sustainable infrastructure. This Paris-based firm is increasingly prioritizing the data center market, as its vital role in powering the global digital economy becomes more evident.
As a key investor in Africa, Meridiam contributes to the continent's digital transformation by supporting some of its first commercial data center developments.
7. Blackstone
To capitalize on the rise of AI, Blackstone is making significant investments in data centers. The private equity giant oversees a $55 billion data center portfolio and has a pipeline of over $70 billion in future data center development projects.
8. Antin Infrastructure Partners
Antin Infrastructure Partners is a global investment firm with a proven track record in infrastructure investments. The firm has made significant strides in the data center sector, investing in both traditional and emerging digital infrastructure, including Eurofiber and Pulsant.
These data center investors shape the future of the digital world by supporting the expansion of its infrastructure. If you’re inspired, be sure to discover women investors who revolutionize the finance industry.
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