DC Advisory acts as exclusive advisor to DCP on its partnership with MVV subsidiary DC-Datacenter-Group (DCG)
Background
- DCP Data Center Partners (DCP), is a leading project developer for data centers in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. DCP develops data centers for investors, property owners, and end customers for edge, colocation, hyperscale, and AI data centers
- DCP aims to promote holistic solutions for its clients, leveraging its in-house consulting capabilities to support clients throughout their data center investment and development processes
- DC-Datacenter-Group (DCG), founded in 2005, specializes in data center development, planning, operation, and secure IT infrastructure solutions, employing 250 staff across Berlin, Frankfurt, Munich, and Cologne, with its Westerwald headquarters strategically located near DE-CIX hubs in Frankfurt and Düsseldorf
- MVV Energie AG (MVV), headquartered in Mannheim, is a leading German energy company and is active in the data center industry via its subsidiary DCG
Process
- DC Advisory was mandated as exclusive financial advisor to DCP on its partnership with MVV subsidiary DCG
- DC Advisory provided comprehensive sell-side M&A advice to identify the right partner to support DCP’s growth ambitions, and strengthen their position in the market
- DC Advisory supported DCP during the sell-side process by orchestrating a focused sales process to identify the best partner
Outcome
- Over a focused four-month timeline, the staged bidding process concluded in December 2024 and the transaction closed in February 2025
- The strategic decision to acquire a majority stake in DCP aims to address the growing demand for reliable and eco-friendly data center infrastructure, fuelled by the rise of digital transformation and next-generation technologies to complement DCG’s leading position in the industry
- This transaction showcases DC Advisory’s deep expertise at the intersection of business services, data centers and digital infrastructure
“This collaboration solidifies our position as a comprehensive solution provider, enabling us to deliver future-proof services from the initial concept to successful implementation with unparalleled time and cost efficiency. By combining our expertise, we can drive innovation, optimize processes, and establish new benchmarks for sustainability. As a trusted partner, DCG has played a pivotal role in supporting our shared vision, leveraging their expertise to ensure the success of this endeavor. Throughout this journey, DC Advisory has been an invaluable sparring partner, providing honest, strategic, and insightful advice every step of the way.”
“The addition of DCP to our portfolio is a logical step to meet the dynamic and ever-growing demands of the market. We can now cover the entire spectrum of data center development and implementation in a customer-oriented manner, providing comprehensive and sustainable solutions – from the initial idea to successful implementation and even data center operation.”
“We are pleased to have advised DCP on this strategic transaction. The data center market offers exceptional international growth opportunities, driven by the demand for high-quality sourcing and development of state-of-the-art facilities. We are confident that DCP, in collaboration with MVV subsidiary DCG, is poised for a successful and prosperous future."
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