Sparkle has announced the expansion of its coverage in Greece by establishing a second Point of Presence (PoP) in Thessaloniki. This development aims to address the increasing demand for international connectivity in both Greece and the Balkan region. The new PoP is situated within a rapidly growing neutral data center in northern Greece.
The facility provides Tier-1 IP transit and capacity services to various stakeholders, including national and regional network operators, ISPs, OTTs, enterprises, and content providers. This move facilitates secure and scalable international connectivity with low latency. Furthermore, customers of this PoP can access a full array of IP solutions, including DDoS protection, which safeguards against cyber threats, and Virtual NAP, which allows virtual access to leading Internet Exchange Points without necessitating proprietary infrastructures.
Sparkle’s strategic expansion is complemented by its robust fiber infrastructure, which interconnects Thessaloniki with Bulgaria, Istanbul, Chania, and Albania. Through the Chania connection, customers can access the BlueMed submarine cable system. This enables high-capacity routes linking Italy with several Mediterranean countries, extending even to the Middle East and Mumbai, India.
Daniele Mancuso, CEO of Sparkle Greece, stated, “We believe that Thessaloniki is set to become a key commercial and digital hub for the Balkans. With this new PoP, we are not only strengthening our presence in the city but also enabling resilient, high-performance connectivity across Southeastern Europe. Our continued investments in Greece are a clear sign of our long-term vision for the region.”
With the recent addition, Sparkle now boasts two PoPs in Thessaloniki and a total of eight across Greece. The company also operates four data centers in key locations including Athens and Chania. Its extensive portfolio of ICT and telecommunications services comprises SD-WAN, colocation, IoT connectivity, messaging, roaming, and voice solutions. This repertoire confirms Sparkle’s role as a significant player in Greece’s digital transformation.