Northern Data Group Announces an AI Factory Partnership with Deloitte to Accelerate European AI Transformation

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Northern Data Group Announces an AI Factory Partnership with Deloitte to Accelerate European AI Transformation
 

• A one-stop-shop empowering organizations that want to develop and deploy AI applications
• A collaboration that offers pre-built and customized enterprise AI solutions
• Strengthens European AI ecosystem while protecting data sovereignty and IP

Frankfurt/Main, Germany – 21 May 2025 – Northern Data AG (ETR: NB2) (“Northern Data”), a leading provider of AI and High-Performance Computing (HPC) solutions, today announces an AI Factory partnership with professional services firm Deloitte to deliver customized AI tools and infrastructure that will power enterprise AI transformation across Europe.

The new European AI Factory offering combines Deloitte’s deep AI expertise with Northern Data group’s (“Northern Data Group”) state-of-the-art hardware and software to help enterprises quickly and efficiently bring new AI-enabled services to market. Customers will have instant access to Northern Data Group’s AI solutions along with support for deploying and scaling their digital infrastructure. They will also be guided by Deloitte AI specialists to advise on implementation, provide industry-specific strategies, and create both pre-built and bespoke business solutions as needed.

Building and operating AI solutions requires managing infrastructure, data and applications at scale, which is why Deloitte offers a fully managed service on Northern Data Group’s accelerated computing platform. Deloitte’s managed infrastructure and AI services are designed to provide seamless integration and support for organizations at every stage of their AI journey. With a focus on scalability, security, and efficiency, Deloitte offers comprehensive solutions that include cloud management, data analytics, and AI model development, by leveraging cutting-edge technologies and industry expertise. Through this partnership with Northern Data, Deloitte ensures that organizations can optimize their operations and drive innovation without the complexities typically associated with AI deployment.

Northern Data Group’s Taiga Cloud is one of the largest AI clouds in Europe. The company’s European data centers ensure data sovereignty, IP ownership, security and GDPR compliance while focusing on delivering the highest sustainability standards.

“Northern Data Group has always been focused on expanding access to the AI-driven technologies that will shape the next generation of innovation, and our partnership with Deloitte is a critical step to advance this mission in Europe,” said Aroosh Thillainathan, founder and CEO of Northern Data. “Our infrastructure allows customers to quickly and cost effectively implement AI with the latest technologies, and we look forward to unlocking even greater impact alongside Deloitte’s enterprise-grade solutions so that European businesses are supported at every step of their AI transformation.”

“This partnership further enhances our ability to deliver robust AI solutions, enabling organizations to achieve their strategic goals while maintaining control of their data and intellectual property,” says Christian Koropp, GenAI Innovation Lead at Deloitte. “We are excited to partner on this effort to lower entry barriers and expand AI adoption today.”

About Northern Data Group:

Northern Data AG (ETR: NB2) is a leading provider of full-stack AI and High-Performance Computing (HPC) solutions, leveraging a network of high-density, liquid-cooled, GPU-based technology to enable the world’s most innovative companies. Together with our partners, we are passionate about the potential of HPC to drive both technological and societal transformation.

Northern Data has one of the largest GPU clusters in Europe through its Taiga Cloud business, while its Ardent Data Centers business has approximately 250 MW of power deployed or coming online across eight global data centers by 2027. Northern Data enjoys access to cutting-edge chips and hardware for maximum performance and efficiency. At every step, our customers are supported by Northern Data’s best-in-class technologists and engineers for rapid, flexible deployment. To learn more, please visit northerndata.de.

Investor Relations:

Jose Cano
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E-Mail: ir@northerndata.de