Bain Capital to acquire an 80% majority stake in AQ Compute from Aquila Group.

Bain Capital, a private equity firm, to acquire an 80% majority stake in AQ Compute, a data center, from Aquila Group, a private investment company. Financial terms were not disclosed. “Through our partnership with Bain Capital, we are well positioned to expand AQ Compute’s capabilities and solidify its role as a key player in Europe’s digital infrastructure. The rapid growth in data demands presents both a challenge and an opportunity — while more data centres are essential, they must be sustainable. Aquila will invest several hundred-million euros alongside Bain Capital’s larger commitment, with Aquila Capital providing co-investments. With our continued 20% stake, we will ensure AQ Compute’s growth aligns with our long- term vision for sustainable infrastructure, leveraging synergies with Aquila Clean Energy, a major developer and independent power producer in the clean energy space,“ Roman Rosslenbroich, Aquila Group Co-Founder and CEO.