anykey becomes part of the Xantaro Group
Security and IT expertise for next generation data centres and networks
Cologne/Muenster, 5. November 2025 – anykey GmbH, an IT system house founded in 1999 and based in Troisdorf, is now part of the Xantaro Group. With this step, the two companies are combining their service and security expertise to offer customers in Germany and Europe comprehensive solutions for IT infrastructure, data centres and networks.
anykey GmbH gains access to technical expertise in networking and SOC, along with an expanded portfolio of services and solutions. „This adds important building blocks to our offering to our customers,“ says Stephan Wirtz, who will remain Managing Director of anykey GmbH.
Stephan Wirtz, Managing anykey GmbH
„Going forward, customers will benefit from the combination of our in-depth infrastructure expertise and the Xantaro Group’s extensive know-how across network, security and managed services.“
End-to-End IT expertise for Businesses and Partners
Integrating with the Xantaro Group allows anykey to strategically enhance its service portfolio, providing customers with a broader, single-source range of comprehensive solutions. „Going forward, customers will benefit from the combination of our in-depth infrastructure expertise and the Xantaro Group’s extensive know-how across network, security and managed services,“ says Wirtz.
anykey supports customers across all industries – including those with their own data centres, manufacturers, and partners – by providing expertise in information security, server and storage systems, databases, high availability and risk management. Our comprehensive service range spans project planning, consulting, architecture, procurement, implementation, support, and managed services.
„Together, we can offer our customers future-proof, automated and highly scalable security solutions.“
Jürgen Städing, COO of the Xantaro Group
Expansion of the security portfolio
For the Xantaro Group, the integration of anykey GmbH is a decisive step towards further expanding its range of security services.
„With anykey, we are gaining another partner that brings in-depth expertise in SOC and IT security. This complements our existing offerings for customers in the enterprise, carrier, ISP and data centre operator sectors,“ explains Jürgen Städing, COO of the Xantaro Group. „Together, we can offer our customers future-proof, automated and highly scalable security solutions.“
The Xantaro Group, consisting of Xantaro GmbH, Xantaro UK Ltd., NetDescribe GmbH and the nicos group of companies, is one of Europe’s leading solution providers for complex IT infrastructures. The portfolio includes high-performance networks and 24/7 managed services for SOC, NOC, SD-WAN/SASE and maintenance. The integration of anykey significantly strengthens the Group’s security offering, particularly for customers across Germany and the UK.
Strategic partnership delivers enhanced customer benefits
The partnership is based on the idea that technical expertise and service quality are crucial for the long-term success of IT and network projects. Customers receive bundled services that include infrastructure, security services and network management. The combination of Xantaro’s network expertise and anykey’s experience in data centres and security enables the Group to deliver solutions that are highly scalable, reliable and efficient.
„We focus on transparency, practicality and measurable benefits for our customers. The partnership with Xantaro is a logical step towards implementing these principles even more effectively,“ says Wirtz. Jürgen Städing adds: „With anykey, we are not only expanding our portfolio, we are also strengthening our ability to implement highly complex projects from planning to operation from a single source.“
Technological expertise takes centre stage
Over the years, anykey has built a strong reputation as a specialist in Oracle Engineered Systems, backup and disaster recovery, and automation concepts (DevSecOps). The company is highly regarded across Europe for its extensive project experience and exceptional service quality.
Since 2024, anykey has offered its proprietary solution, the Managed SIEM Appliance, providing standardised security monitoring and automated security processes. The integration of anykey into the Xantaro Group now facilitates the complete interlinking of data centre infrastructure, security solutions and network management.
Customer benefits
The new structure offers clear advantages:
- Holistic solutions: infrastructure, security and network from a single source
- Scalability: High-performance, automated IT systems for growing requirements
- Efficiency: Optimised processes and standardised services
- Security: Extended SOC, NOC and OT security services
- European reach: projects in Germany, the UK and other markets
„Our customers particularly appreciate the combination of technical expertise and practical implementation skills. With this partnership, we can now offer this at an even higher level,“ explains Wirtz.
Integration and brand identity
anykey will continue to operate under its existing company name, supplemented by the descriptor, ‚Xantaro Group.‘ The operational cooperation will encompass strategic projects, shared customer support, and coordinated service offerings. The primary goal is to achieve seamless integration while preserving the anykey brand.
About anykey GmbH
anykey GmbH is an IT system house focusing on data centre infrastructure and IT security. Since 1999, anykey has been supporting companies in the planning, implementation and operation of complex IT systems. Its portfolio includes Oracle Engineered Systems, backup and disaster recovery solutions, and automation concepts (DevSecOps). Under the leadership of Stephan Wirtz, anykey develops its own solutions, including the Managed SIEM Appliance, and supports customers in the further development and security of their IT infrastructure.
More info about anykey: anykey.de
About Xantaro Group
The Xantaro Group, consisting of Xantaro GmbH, Xantaro UK Ltd., NetDescribe GmbH and the nicos group of companies, is a solution provider for complex IT infrastructures established throughout Europe. Its portfolio includes high-performance networks and 24/7 managed services in the areas of SOC, NOC, SD-WAN/SASE and maintenance. With around 300 employees at several locations, the group supports network operators, service providers, data centres and enterprises in the planning, implementation and operation of complex IT environments. Over 500 customers in Germany and the UK rely on the expertise of the Xantaro Group in designing future-proof IT infrastructures.
More info about Xantaro: www.xantaro.net
About nicos Group of Companies
The nicos Group brings together nicos GmbH and several other companies, each with its own area of specialization. nicos GmbH headquartered in Münster, Germany, provides all services from network design and implementation to the secure 24/7 operation of global data networks — all from a single source. The skilled international teams at woyn in the Philippines and nicos Australia complement the network specialists in the central SOC (Service Operation Center) in Münster/Germany. With its Cyber Defense experts, nicos also ensures the best possible protection for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) against online threats and cyberattacks. Founded in 2024, 42clue GmbH operates as an innovative startup within the group, developing tailor-made digital experience solutions using machine learning and AI technologies.
More info about nicos: www.nicos.group
www.nicos-cdc.com | www.woyn.com | www.nicosaustralia.com
www.42clue.com
Ansprechpartner für Rückfragen:
anykey GmbH
Melanie Kupffer
Tel. +49 2241 39 74 133
presse@anykey.de
Xantaro Group
Evelyn Ode
Tel. +49 152 0457 1161
eode@xantaro.net
