The ECOFED Consortium Partners

ECOFED brings together partners representing different roles of a federated cloud ecosystem. Cloud service providers BIT and i3D.net validate that the ECOFED framework can be implemented on different technology stacks without requiring providers to re-architect their infrastructure. InfoSupport contributes both cloud and software-integration expertise, ensuring that federation works with real-world applications and enterprise environments. AMS-IX contributes expertise in CSP-to- CSP connectivity, addressing the connectivity required when services and workloads are distributed across multiple cloud providers. TNO coordinates the project and contributes research, architecture, interoperability and standardisation expertise, helping align ECOFED with European cloud initiatives, standards and the wider IPCEI-CIS ecosystem.

Together, the partners use their own technologies and infrastructure to implement and validate ECOFED as an open, technology-agnostic federation framework, demonstrating that independently operated cloud services can be compared, composed and switched across providers.

AMS-IX

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AMS-IX (Amsterdam Internet Exchange) manages multiple interconnection platforms worldwide. The platform in Amsterdam has been active for nearly 30 years and, with 12 TB per second of peak traffic, is one of the oldest and largest internet traffic hubs in the world. Service providers, telecom companies, cloud providers, and other internet companies that route their internet traffic via AMS-IX are assured of fast, direct, efficient, cost-effective, and secure routes for their internet traffic. This enables them to provide optimal digital experiences to their customers. More than 1000 IP networks worldwide are connected through AMS-IX platforms. AMS-IX also manages three exchanges for mobile data roaming: the Global Roaming Exchange (GRX), the Mobile Data Exchange (MDX), and the Internetwork Packet Exchange (I-IPX).

BIT

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BIT manages three advanced data centers in Ede and specializes in green colocation, privacy-friendly cloud solutions, fast internet connections, managed hosting, and outsourcing for business internet users. BIT provides reliable support, allowing their customers to focus on their core activities without worries. BIT stands out for its high level of expertise, years of experience, and practical approach. BIT is also ISO 27001, ISO 9001 and NEN 7510 certified.

i3D.net

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i3d.net is a high-performance hosting company that provides connectivity services. The company offers a low-latency network with thousands of servers spread across 60+ POPs in 6 continents. i3D.net excels in the gaming market and hosts various AAA games, including titles from EA, Epic Games, and Ubisoft. i3D.net enables its gaming and enterprise customers to deploy, scale, and manage their applications, serving over 800 million users worldwide. i3D.net aims to have more than 1 billion users on its platform by 2025.

InfoSupport

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From architecture, development to management and training. With a results-driven focus, we develop and manage your business-critical IT systems. We enter into a long-term relationship with our customers in which we are proud to take control of the IT project. With an Agile working method and software craftsmanship, our professionals ensure that the full potential of your IT landscape is utilized and it is ready for the future.

TNO

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The Dutch Organisation for Applied Scientific Research TNO is an independent research organization. They connect people and knowledge to create innovations that sustainably strengthen the competitiveness of businesses and the well-being of society. Together with partners, they focus on the societal challenges of a safe, healthy, sustainable, and digital society.