The first two chapters of my Contabo history journey took us through our early days in the hosting market showcasing our rapid growth leading up to 2007. Now let’s fast-forward to 2008 a pivotal year that saw us embark on a significant relocation and lay the groundwork for future expansion.
A Move to Dreieich: A New Chapter for Contabo
2008 marked a major turning point for Contabo as we transitioned from our Frankfurt am Main data center to a new home in Dreieich a town just 15 kilometers away.
This relocation while logistically challenging presented an opportunity to enhance our infrastructure and solidify our partnership with Tiscali.
The decision to move wasn’t taken lightly.
After careful planning and communication with our valued customers our team spent two grueling nights transferring over 700 servers to the new facility.
It was a testament to their dedication and commitment ensuring minimal disruption to our clients’ services.
The atmosphere during those two nights was a blend of excitement exhaustion and sheer determination.
We worked tirelessly fueled by caffeine and the desire to make this move a success.
Building racks connecting cables and meticulously configuring every server was a task that required both technical expertise and physical stamina.
The Dreieich Data Center: A Strategic Partnership
The Dreieich data center was a strategic move that solidified our relationship with Tiscali a prominent ISP operating under the “Nacamar” name at the time.
Our decision to partner with Tiscali wasn’t just about finding a new location it was about leveraging their existing infrastructure and expertise.
Their investment in state-of-the-art data center facilities worth millions of euros provided us with the resources we needed to accommodate our expanding server fleet.
This arrangement proved to be mutually beneficial as Tiscali benefited from our increasing server demand which helped to optimize their own infrastructure utilization.
A Look Back at Dreieich: A Glimpse into Contabo’s Past
The Dreieich data center served as a stepping stone for Contabo allowing us to grow and refine our operations.
We had to overcome several challenges during the transition including the logistics of moving hundreds of servers across locations and ensuring minimal downtime.
We learned valuable lessons during this process lessons that helped shape our future approach to infrastructure management.
While we’ve since moved on to our own dedicated data center in Munich the Dreieich experience remains an integral part of our company’s history.
A Vision Takes Shape: The Birth of our Munich Data Center
The success of our Dreieich relocation fueled our ambitions for the future.
We envisioned a data center that would be a reflection of our commitment to innovation reliability and scalability.
This vision led us to Munich where we found the perfect location to build our own state-of-the-art facility.
It wasn’t just about finding space it was about creating an environment that would foster growth and support our growing customer base.
A Modern Oasis for Servers: The Munich Data Center Design
The Munich data center was designed with a focus on efficiency security and reliability.
The layout was carefully planned to ensure optimal airflow power distribution and accessibility for our technicians.
Over 300 square meters were dedicated to the data center itself housed on the first floor of a modern office building.
This space was designed to accommodate a massive server infrastructure with room for up to 4000 servers.
The second floor was dedicated to our customer support and technical teams ensuring seamless communication and quick response times for our clients.
A Monument to Perseverance: Building the Munich Data Center
The construction of our Munich data center was a collaborative effort involving several specialist firms.
Our team worked closely with these partners to ensure that every detail was meticulously implemented according to our exacting specifications.
From laying the double floor to installing cutting-edge air conditioning systems and ensuring robust power distribution every stage of the project required meticulous planning and execution.
We spared no effort in creating a data center that would be a testament to our commitment to providing the highest level of service to our customers.
A New Era Begins: The Munich Data Center Goes Live
In April 2009 our vision became a reality as the Munich data center officially opened its doors.
This marked a significant milestone for Contabo signifying a new era of growth and innovation.
The opening of the Munich facility allowed us to consolidate our operations bringing all of our servers under one roof.
This consolidation facilitated a more efficient and streamlined approach to data center management further enhancing our ability to deliver reliable and scalable services.
A Decade of Excellence: The Munich Data Center’s Legacy
The Munich data center has played a vital role in Contabo’s success over the past decade.
Since its inception it has served as a foundation for our continued growth allowing us to scale our services to meet the increasing demands of our expanding customer base.
The data center has become a symbol of our commitment to providing a stable and secure environment for our clients’ data.
It’s a testament to our dedication to innovation and our continuous pursuit of excellence in all aspects of our operations.
A New Chapter: Expanding our Product Range
The opening of the Munich data center not only consolidated our infrastructure but also served as a catalyst for expanding our product range.
We recognized the need to cater to a wider range of customer needs offering a diverse selection of hosting solutions tailored to different requirements.
This expansion included the introduction of Virtual Private Servers (VPS) a cost-effective and flexible solution for businesses and individuals seeking enhanced control and customization.
This addition broadened our appeal and attracted a wider audience further contributing to our growth.
Staying Ahead of the Curve: Continuous Product Development
We are continuously evolving our product range driven by a commitment to providing our customers with the latest technologies and solutions.
We’ve invested in cutting-edge hardware software and network infrastructure to ensure that our services are always at the forefront of the industry.
From the introduction of our Customer Control Panel (CCP) which provides intuitive and comprehensive management capabilities to the integration of new security protocols and disaster recovery measures we are constantly striving to enhance our offerings and provide a superior customer experience.
A Journey of Growth and Innovation: Looking Ahead
Contabo’s journey has been a testament to our commitment to providing high-quality reliable and scalable hosting solutions.
Our dedication to innovation customer satisfaction and continuous improvement has allowed us to thrive and establish a strong presence in the hosting market.
As we look ahead we are excited to continue building on our legacy.
We are committed to exploring new technologies developing innovative solutions and expanding our product range to meet the ever-evolving needs of our customers.
Our journey is far from over and we’re eagerly anticipating the next chapter of Contabo’s story.
We’re confident that our dedication to excellence coupled with our commitment to customer-centricity will continue to propel us towards a future filled with growth innovation and success.