Data center developer Fifteenfortyseven Critical Systems Realty (1547) and investment management firm Harrison Street have acquired the Global Access Point Union Station data center located in South Bend, Indiana. Situated in Northern Indiana, the South Bend data center offers access to over 20 unique telecommunication network service providers.
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Facility Specifications and Future Plans
According to the company's website, the South Bend Data Center, known as SBIN1, provides 2.9 MW of critical IT capacity and 75,000 sq ft of private and colocation space. There is a planned 1.6 MW increase of incremental power capacity (600 kW available in Q1 2026, 1 MW available in Q1 2028).
"This acquisition aligns with our strategy to expand our connectivity-focused portfolio and enhance our service offerings across the Midwest," said J Todd Raymond, Chief Executive Officer of 1547. "Not only is South Bend a critical market for customers due to its proximity to major Chicago data hubs and its growing tech-driven economy, but the facility itself is deeply networked, making it ideal for businesses and enterprises with robust connectivity needs."
Michael Borchetta, Managing Director in Transactions at Harrison Street added, "Sitting at the convergence of some of the largest fiber paths nationwide that provide connections for more than 20 carriers, Union Station offers robust existing infrastructure that is well-suited to address the needs of high-demand users in a region with limited existing supply."
Impact on Regional Data Infrastructure
This acquisition is part of 1547's ongoing strategy to expand its connectivity-focused portfolio of data centers and increase its presence in strategic markets across the United States, with proximity to major metropolitan data hubs, the official release said.
With the rise of hyperscale and AI investments in the region, 1547 plans capacity upgrades at the South Bend facility to meet growing customer needs. Financial details of the deal were not disclosed.
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1547 CSR
According to the statement, Fifteenfortyseven Critical Systems Realty (1547) is a developer, operator, and owner of highly-interconnected, custom-designed data centers with over 1.25 million square feet of data center space under management throughout North America.
