1547 Critical Systems Realty strengthens infrastructure portfolio

Author: Carly Weller

fifteenfortyseven Critical Systems Realty (1547), a developer, operator and owner of highly-interconnected, custom-designed data centres in North America, in partnership with Harrison Street, an investment management firm focused on alternative real assets, has announced the acquisition of the Global Access Point Union Station data centre located in South Bend, Indiana.

This acquisition is part of 1547’s ongoing strategy to expand its connectivity-focused portfolio of data centres and increase its presence in strategic markets across the United States, with proximity to major metropolitan data hubs.

The Union Station data centre, which sits atop the transcontinental fibre system connecting Chicago to the East Coast, has been a cornerstone in the technological growth of South Bend. Situated in the historic Union Station in Northern Indiana, the South Bend data centre is ranked among the top US carrier hotels and critical network hubs, offering access to over 20 unique telecommunication network service providers.

“We are excited to bring the South Bend data centre under 1547’s umbrella of highly connected facilities,” says J. Todd Raymond, Chief Executive Officer of 1547. “This acquisition aligns with our strategy to expand our connectivity-focused portfolio and enhance our service offerings across the Midwest. Not only is South Bend a critical market for customers given its proximity to major Chicago data hubs and its growing, tech-driven economy, but the facility itself is deeply networked, making it ideal for businesses and enterprises with robust connectivity needs.”

The Union Station data centre in South Bend has become a pivotal location for technological advancements in the region and is expected to remain an essential interconnection point in this fast-growing Indiana market. Key industry players have announced significant investments in hyperscale and AI campuses in the region, emphasising the rising significance of the Union Station data centre as a critical connectivity hub. With 1547’s planned capacity and facility upgrades, the data centre will be well-equipped to seamlessly meet its customers’ growing interconnection needs.

“This acquisition not only expands our footprint but also enhances our ability to deliver state-of-the-art data centre and connectivity solutions to our customers in this thriving Midwest market,” adds Mr Raymond. “We are committed to investing in our facilities and ensuring our infrastructure is second to none.”