Three Countries, One Cloud Platform for Europe
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synaforce makes two strategic moves in just a few days: ServerBase AG becomes synaforce Switzerland AG, while the group simultaneously acquires the Dutch Fairbanks International Group, including 42on. The result is a three-country platform for sovereign, secure, and AI-ready IT infrastructure.
Key Takeaways
- Switzerland integrated. ServerBase has been rebranded as synaforce Switzerland AG since June 3, 2026, with the same contacts and service quality maintained.
- Netherlands expanded. The acquisition of Fairbanks and 42on adds deep open-source cloud expertise in OpenStack, Kubernetes, Ceph, and Linux.
- Strategic core. synaforce combines local presence with digital sovereignty, AI infrastructure, and migration paths away from VMware.
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Switzerland: ServerBase becomes synaforce Switzerland AG
As of June 3, 2026, the former ServerBase AG will operate as synaforce Switzerland AG. The website, email, and branding will be updated, but for customers, the operational foundation remains unchanged: the same contacts, the same service quality, and the same local presence.
What’s new is full access to the group’s 360-degree portfolio, from certified data centers to managed services, security, and cloud solutions. The platform awesome.cloud remains a cornerstone, particularly for managed service providers and IT service companies.
Netherlands: Fairbanks and 42on bolster open source
Just days later, synaforce completes the acquisition of the Fairbanks International Group. Founded in 2004, the company supports customers throughout the entire lifecycle of complex open-source cloud environments, offering managed services, consulting, training, and emergency support for OpenStack, Kubernetes, Ceph, and Linux.
The group also includes 42on, a specialized Ceph provider. Both companies are active in key open-source organizations, including the Ceph Foundation, Linux Foundation, CNCF, and OpenInfra Foundation.
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“With Fairbanks and 42on, we gain a team with deep-rooted open-source DNA in a market that’s becoming increasingly vital for digital sovereignty, AI infrastructure, and European cloud strategies.”
Why This Matters Strategically
After expanding into Switzerland, synaforce is now growing its network of specialized teams across three countries. This turns open-source infrastructure into a strategic growth area-not just a technical offering.
For companies seeking a migration path away from VMware, this is highly relevant. The combination of local support, open-source expertise, and data center infrastructure directly addresses the pressure many IT decision-makers have felt since VMware’s licensing changes.
What Is a Sovereignty Cloud? This refers to a cloud infrastructure where operations, data storage, control, and technological dependencies are more firmly rooted in Europe or locally. For SMEs, the political framing matters less than the practical question: Who actually handles access, migration, operations, and support?
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“The partnership with synaforce allows us to expand our service portfolio to an even broader customer base-including a clear migration path from VMware to open-source cloud solutions.”
What This Means for European Decision-Makers
This case shows how a sovereign alternative to U.S. hyperscalers can emerge-not through a single giant provider, but through a network of locally rooted specialists sharing a common platform.
It’s buy-and-build with infrastructure DNA. Local strengths remain visible, while portfolio, expertise, and platform capabilities grow across borders.
For customers, the key question isn’t whether a provider *seems* big enough. What matters is whether they can run critical workloads, maintain open-source expertise, and stay accessible at a regional level. That’s exactly the combination synaforce aims to strengthen with its three-country structure.
The move also sends a signal to IT service providers and managed service providers. Those who previously relied on individual local specialists now gain access to a broader portfolio-without having to default to anonymous hyperscaler structures.
Frequently Asked Questions
What changes for Swiss customers?
According to the article, existing contacts, service quality, and local presence remain unchanged. The new advantage is expanded access to the synaforce portfolio.
Why is Fairbanks relevant for synaforce?
Fairbanks brings open-source cloud expertise in OpenStack, Kubernetes, Ceph, and Linux-strengthening sovereign cloud and VMware migration scenarios in particular.
Will the acquired companies remain independent?
Based on the article, the companies will initially retain their independence. Brand integration is expected to follow gradually.
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Image source: synaforce (June 2026)
