Ehvert Mission Critical Joins Forces With Salas O’Brien in Landmark Merger
Ehvert Mission Critical, a global leader in engineering, construction, and operation services for mission-critical facilities and data centers since 1988, just announced its merger with Salas O’Brien, an employee-owned engineering and technical services firm. This strategic partnership brings together two industry powerhouses, combining Ehvert’s advanced engineering services and expertise in hyperscale data centers with Salas O’Brien’s comprehensive suite of electrical, mechanical, structural, architectural, renewable energy, and noise mitigation services.
Ehvert-Salas O’Brien Merger Poised To Meet AI Demands
The merger is set to address the growing demands of AI and data infrastructure. With experts predicting a 160% increase in data center power demand by 2030, this union provides a powerful arsenal of critical services essential for the expanding global digital infrastructure ecosystem.
“Vello Ehvert and his team are global leaders in their field,” said Darin Anderson, chairman and CEO of Salas O’Brien. “Together, we are the most comprehensive provider of innovative, sustainable solutions for hyperscale data centers, addressing the pressing data challenges facing industry and society.”
Global Talent and Client Opportunities Now Expanded
Ehvert’s merger with Salas O’Brien creates a combined workforce of over 3,600 team members spread across more than 90 offices worldwide. This expansive network not only enhances service opportunities for clients but also creates enriched career opportunities for team members. Both Ehvert and Salas O’Brien share strong company values and a deep commitment to innovation and sustainability, making this partnership a perfect synergy.
“We are proud to join a future-focused company like Salas O’Brien, continuing the philosophy that formed the basis of Ehvert Mission Critical over 35 years ago,” said Vello Ehvert, president of Ehvert. “We have evolved into a full engineering, construction, and innovation firm, and Salas O’Brien will enhance the energy design and planning solutions we can bring to our clients.”
This merger marks a significant milestone in the data center and engineering sectors, promising sustainable and innovative solutions that will meet the rapidly growing demand for global digital infrastructure.
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