Industry-led initiative Host In Ireland has welcomed one of the largest data centre providers in the world, CyrusOne among its new members.

With over 45 data centres worldwide, a €400m investment in Europe and planned construction at Grange Castle Business Park in Dublin, Nasdaq-listed Dallas-based CyrusOne’s membership reiterates the robust growth and solidity of the Irish data centre industry.

Joining CyrusOne, Host in Ireland is welcoming new members Mitchell McDermot, E+I and The Dataplex Group.

The inclusion of members from the supply, design, build, and operations in the data centre space is aligned with Host in Ireland’s dual mission to promote Ireland as an optimum location to host data from and promote the excellence found in Ireland to support companies in expanding globally.

The initiative also works to inform global decision makers within the technology and data industries about Ireland’s data hosting calibre and capabilities.This expansion will see key leaders in the industry join the Host in Ireland executive council.

New members include Eddie Kilbane, CEO of the Dataplex Group, Anthony McDermott, director Mitchell McDermott, Tesh Durvasula, president – Europe CyrusOne and Philip O’Doherty, founder and managing director of E+I. The executive council is instrumental in the direction and success of the initiative.

According to the most recent Q3 report produced by Host in Ireland in association with Bitpower, over €9 billion is expected to have been invested in data centres by 2021. This figure reflects Ireland’s attractiveness as a hosting location for tech multi-nationals.

Tesh Durvasula commented, “We are excited and honoured to be part of Host in Ireland executive council this year.”

“Over the last four years, Ireland has established itself as one of the fastest growing economies in Europe, with a dynamic technology and business environment that is driving a particularly strong data centre market.”

“Our commitment to the region forms a fundamental component of our ongoing expansion strategy across Europe. I look forward to working with partner members as we come together to cement Ireland’s place as a great data centre destination.”

Speaking about the growth of Host in Ireland and the acquisition of new members, president and founder Garry Connolly said,‘Ireland is a thriving data centre hub right now. Creating high quality jobs, a rich foundation for inward investment and an ecosystem of supporting services that are now being exported all over the world.

“The continued expansion of Host in Ireland re-enforces the country’s position as an optimum location to host digital content. It’s a testament to growth in the industry and the initiative.”

“With the world’s leading data centre operators and technology players locating in Ireland, we’re seeing increasing demand in support services and products that are not only servicing the Irish market but as an exporter of high-quality data related services and products all over the world.”