Viatel acquires EDNX expanding secure, AI-ready network infrastructure across Ireland and the UK
1 September 2026, DUBLIN, Ireland
Viatel Technology Group has acquired UK network infrastructure specialist EDNX for an undisclosed sum, strengthening its position as Ireland’s largest secure network provider and accelerating its expansion across the UK market.
EDNX brings deep technical expertise across enterprise networking, network infrastructure, campus networks, secure IoT, Wi-Fi, SD-WAN, SD-Access and application-centric infrastructure. The acquisition significantly strengthens Viatel’s capability to support organisations operating in highly regulated, compliance-intensive environments.
Following Viatel’s recent acquisition of Scottish cybersecurity specialist FullProxy, announced in July this year, EDNX adds another critical layer to the group’s secure digital infrastructure strategy. FullProxy strengthened Viatel’s cybersecurity consultancy, while EDNX strengthens its secure, AI-ready network infrastructure expertise.
As organisations prepare for wider AI adoption, network performance, resilience and security have become increasingly important strategic considerations. The ability to move data securely and efficiently is now fundamental to digital transformation, cyber resilience, NIS2 readiness, AI governance and future growth.
EDNX has established a strong reputation in supporting major organisations in regulated and mission-critical sectors, including some of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies and many NHS Trusts, where network reliability, security and performance are critical operational requirements.
The acquisition significantly strengthens Viatel’s Cisco practice, bringing together two Cisco Premier Partners with deep expertise in enterprise networking. Combined with Viatel’s capabilities across cybersecurity, managed services and AI, the enlarged group is well positioned to support public and private sector organisations across Ireland and the UK.
Paul Rellis, CEO, Viatel Technology Group, said:
“Networks are no longer just infrastructure. They are the foundations for security, resilience and AI adoption. The ability to move data securely, efficiently and at scale will increasingly determine which businesses lead and which fall behind.”
“EDNX brings exceptional expertise and a strong track record of delivering enterprise networking solutions in some of the most demanding environments. Their technical capability complements our existing strengths in connectivity, cybersecurity and managed services while creating new opportunities to bring advanced networking services to our customers.”
“I would like to extend a very warm welcome to the EDNX team, customers and partners as they join the Viatel Technology Group. Together, we are creating an even stronger business for our customers and our people.”
David Ratcliffe, CEO, EDNX, said:
“Over many years, we have built EDNX around deep technical expertise and a commitment to delivering network infrastructure that supports critical outcomes.”
“Joining Viatel gives our customers access to broader capabilities while preserving the technical excellence and customer focus that have defined EDNX. We see strong alignment in our cultures, our ambitions and our long-term commitment to customer success”
“The combination also creates exciting opportunities to bring our specialist enterprise networking, infrastructure, secure IoT, campus network and Cisco capabilities to organisations across Ireland while supporting continued growth throughout the UK market.”
Eoghan Browne from A&L Goodbody and Gareth Cosgrove from Grant Thornton acted as advisors to Viatel on the acquisition.
