Equinix operates six data centres in Dublin, which provide digital infrastructure for cloud, IT, finance, content and media service providers.

BT Datacentres Ireland also operates data centres in Dublin, one in Citywest and one in Ballycoolin.  

The proposed acquisition was originally notified to the CCPC on 10 January 2025.

Following an extended preliminary investigation, the CCPC determined in May 2025 that a full investigation was required to establish if the proposed acquisition would lead to a substantial lessening of competition in the State.

“Significant additional information was provided by both parties during the course of the investigation, such that the CCPC is satisfied that the deal can proceed,” the watchdog said yesterday.

The CCPC will publish the full decision on its website within 60 working days, following redaction of confidential information.