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The transaction, which marks Viatel’s second strategic deal in the sector in under a year, further enhances capabilities in cyber resilience, infrastructure security and secure AI deployment while extending the Irish headquartered company’s reach in the UK market.

Viatel Technology Group has acquired Scottish cybersecurity consultancy FullProxy in a move that expands its presence in the UK market and deepens its capabilities in cyber resilience. The transaction broadens the reach of the Irish-headquartered group into Scotland and the wider UK enterprise and public sector market amid rising demand for specialist cyber expertise from highly regulated organisations.

The acquisition further strengthens Viatel’s core cybersecurity capabilities at a time when organisations are under growing pressure to secure complex digital infrastructure while preparing for wider AI deployment. By bringing FullProxy’s specialist team into the group, Viatel is enhancing its ability to support enterprise and public sector customers facing heightened security, compliance and operational resilience demands. FullProxy was recently named among TechUK’s Top 200 Growing Companies and shortlisted as Scottish Cyber Security Company of the Year 2025.

Backed by investment from Macquarie Capital, the deal follows Viatel’s acquisition of Belfast-based Cybit Cyber last year and marks the next phase of growth for the group as an integrated technology partner with strengths across connectivity, digital services and security. By bringing these capabilities together, Viatel is better placed to deliver consultancy and managed services that are closely aligned to customer priorities, from strengthening resilience today to giving organisations confidence in adopting AI securely for the future. This strategic acquisition reinforces cybersecurity as a cornerstone of the group’s long-term value growth strategy.

FullProxy is recognised in the market for its credentials as an Expert Fortinet Partner and elite F5 Gold Tier partner status. Their highly experienced and certified team brings considerable expertise in network design and implementation, cloud authentication and endpoint security. FullProxy has an established customer base in data-sensitive sectors, including healthcare, local government, financial services and critical infrastructure with clients including the NHS, Scottish Government, Virgin Money and FNZ.

Paul Rellis, CEO of Viatel Technology Group, commented:

“As clients adopt AI and manage increasingly complex digital estates, the need for deep cybersecurity expertise has become more urgent. FullProxy strengthens our position as an integrated technology partner with expertise across security, networking and digital services and enhances our ability to deliver solutions that are aligned to customer priorities. It also represents a strong endorsement of our cyber division and our long-term strategy to help organisations build resilience today and grow securely for the future. We are delighted to welcome the FullProxy team and customers to Viatel and look forward to building the next phase of growth together.”

Ewan Ferguson, CEO of FullProxy, added:

“Over the last decade we’ve built FullProxy around a deeply felt principle: helping customers solve complex cybersecurity challenges and achieve ROI through expert advice, deep technical capability and long-term trusted relationships. The growth we’ve achieved in recent years is a testament to the quality of our people, the trust of our customers and the strength of our partnerships. We are incredibly proud of what the team has built. 

Joining Viatel gives us the opportunity to build on that success. We share the same commitment to customer outcomes, technical excellence and long-term investment. Together, we’ll be able to offer customers even greater capability while continuing to deliver the specialist expertise and personal service they value from FullProxy.”

About Viatel Technology Group

Viatel Technology Group helps organisations across Ireland and the UK simplify how technology supports their business. By combining connectivity, digital services, cybersecurity and AI, Viatel makes it easier for customers to reduce complexity, strengthen resilience and move forward with confidence.

Customers value Viatel as a trusted partner because the group brings the right technology together, stays close to customer needs and helps organisations to modernise securely. This commitment to security and operational excellence is backed by rigorous compliance, including ISO27001, SOC 2 and PCI-DSS certifications, in line with obligations as a NIS2 Essential Entity.

As a Platinum Deloitte Best Managed Company, Microsoft’s Modern Work Partner of the Year and Cisco Premier Provider Worldwide, Viatel possesses the verified scale and expertise to protect critical operations. This enables our customers work and grow securely.d grow in a way that is safe, responsible and highly effective for the future.

About FullProxy
FullProxy is a rapidly growing cyber security consultancy providing world-class cyber security advisory and solutions to reduce cyber risk and optimise return on technology investment. Headquartered in Glasgow, the company serves public and private sector organisations across the UK, with particular expertise in healthcare, education, government, financial services, retail and critical infrastructure.

Recognised in TechUK’s Tech200 Growing Companies, and shortlisted twice for Scottish Cyber Security Company of the Year, FullProxy is an elite partner of F5, Fortinet, Zscaler and AppViewX, helping organisations strengthen cyber resilience, accelerate value from technology investments and prepare for future security challenges.