Equinix, Inc. (Nasdaq: EQIX), the world’s digital infrastructure company® has appointed James Tyler as its new Managing Director for the UK.

In his role, Tyler will be representing Equinix’s largest market in the EMEA region, boasting 14 facilities across London and Manchester, which are responsible for generating approximately 25% of EMEA revenue and contributing over $1.4 billion in gross added economic value to the UK economy, according to KPMG’s economic assessment report.

Tyler joined Equinix in 2016 after serving as Chief Commercial Officer at TelecityGroup, where he played a crucial role in the company, facilitating its $3.8 billion (£2.6 Billion) acquisition by Equinix in the same year.

In his tenure at Equinix, Tyler has led the EMEA HR organization and most recently managed the HR partnership for global markets, product, and technology. His leadership has been instrumental in driving several enterprise organizational transformations and overseeing multiple mergers and acquisitions.

During the challenging times of the Covid-19 pandemic, he ensured that Equinix remained steadfast in its values while maintaining business continuity, brand reputation, and stakeholder trust.

On his new role at Equinix, UK MD James Tyler said: “I’m very proud to step into the role of Managing Director for Equinix in the UK. With Equinix’s tremendous growth in recent years, I see a huge opportunity to build on this momentum as we enter our next phase. Our unique position, combined with sector expertise, a skilled team, and a strong partner network, enables us to deliver innovative solutions that will drive the UK economy forward and continue to deliver significant value for our customers, empowering them to connect and thrive globally. I look forward to leading our talented UK team and further strengthening the foundations and reputation we’ve established both here and around the world.”

Tyler’s appointment sees him step into the role previously occupied by Bruce Owen, whose sole focus will now be on his role as president for the EMEA region. Commenting on the appointment Owen said:

“I could not be happier with the appointment of James Tyler as our Managing Director for the UK. Under James’s leadership, Equinix is well-positioned to thrive and strengthen its presence in the UK market. I have no doubt that his vision and commitment to innovation will drive our growth, enabling us to shorten the path and meet the evolving needs of our customers and solidify our role as a leader in the industry.”