Connectivity provider Hibernia Atlantic announced on Friday that it is now connected to colocation firm UK Grid’s Manchester One data center.

According to the press release, the network expansion supports the high growth in this region. UK Grid added 6,000 square feet of colocation space to Manchester One at the end of June.

“By connecting our diverse, high capacity network into UK Grid’s Manchester data center, we can further address the demand from enterprises and IT service providers throughout this region,” Bjarni Thorvardarson, chief executive officer for Hibernia Atlantic said in a statement. “Hibernia Atlantic, known for its cutting-edge network technology and customized, high performance solutions, can now deliver significant competitive advantages to UK Grid’s client base.”

UK Grid’s Manchester One @ Synergy House data center provides more than 23,000 square feet of space. The company operates four data centers with more than 75,000 square feet between them.

UK Grid offsets all CO2 emissions through environmental projects, according to the press release, and is a member of the Green Grid organization.

“Hibernia Atlantic’s secure and diverse, high capacity connectivity, especially in and around the British Isles, makes them a natural partner to support our growing local, regional and international client base,” Rob Garbutt, CEO for UK Grid stated. “With Hibernia Atlantic, our clients can further deliver cost-effective and highly reliable network services to support mission critical applications and IT requirements – all backed by industry leading SLAs. We also have a direct and secure link between England, mainland Europe and North America, allowing our clients the necessary reach and flexibility necessary in today’s global economy.”

According to the press release, Hibernia’s network connects more than 120 points of presence throughout Europe and North America.