anykey becomes part of the Xantaro Group

Security and IT expertise for new standards in data centers and networks

Cologne/Münster, November 5, 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 pooling their service and security expertise to offer customers in Germany and Europe holistic solutions for IT infrastructure, data centers and networks.

anykey GmbH gains access to technical expertise in the areas of network and SOC as well as an expanded portfolio of services and solutions. "This adds important building blocks to our offering for our customers," says Stephan Wirtz, who remains Managing Director of anykey GmbH.

nicos welcomes anykey as a new member of the Xantaro Group - nicos.group — Stephan Wirtz, Managing Director of anykey GmbH

"In future, our customers will benefit from the combination of in-depth infrastructure know-how and the Xantaro Group's broad expertise in the areas of network, security and managed services."

Comprehensive IT expertise for companies and partners

With the integration into the Xantaro Group, anykey is expanding its service portfolio in a targeted manner and providing customers with an even more comprehensive offering from a single source. "In future, our customers will benefit from the combination of in-depth infrastructure know-how and the Xantaro Group's broad expertise in the areas of network, security and managed services," says Wirtz.

anykey supports its customers across all industries - from companies with their own data centers to manufacturers and partner companies - in the areas of information security, server and storage systems, databases, high availability and risk management. The range of services includes project planning and implementation, consulting, architecture, procurement, implementation, support and managed services.

"Together, we can offer our customers future-proof, automated and highly scalable security solutions."

Expansion of the security portfolio

For the Xantaro Group, the integration of anykey GmbH is a decisive step towards further expanding its range of services in the security sector.

"With anykey, we are gaining another partner with in-depth expertise in SOC and IT security. This complements our existing offerings for customers from the enterprise, carrier, ISP and data center 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 as well as 24/7 managed services for SOC, NOC, SD-WAN/SASE and maintenance. The integration of anykey will further strengthen the security offering, particularly for customers in Germany and the UK.

Strategic partnership and 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 centers and security enables solutions that are 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 strongly," 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."

Focus on technological expertise

Over the years, anykey has established itself as a specialist for Oracle Engineered Systems, backup and disaster recovery solutions as well as automation concepts (DevSecOps). The company is known for its project experience and service quality in European projects.

With the Managed SIEM appliance, anykey offers its own solutions for security monitoring and automated security processes, which have been marketed in a standardized way since 2024. The integration of anykey into the Xantaro Group now enables the complete integration of data center infrastructure, security solutions and network management.

Advantages for customers

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: optimized processes and standardized 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 know-how and practical implementation expertise. With this partnership, we can now offer this at an even higher level," explains Wirtz.

Integration and brand presence

anykey will continue to operate under its existing company name, supplemented by the addition of "Xantaro Group". The operational cooperation includes strategic projects, joint customer support and coordinated service offerings. The aim is to achieve seamless integration without dissolving the anykey brand.

About anykey GmbH

anykey GmbH is an IT system house with a focus on data center infrastructure and IT security. Since 1999, anykey has been supporting companies in the planning, implementation and operation of complex IT systems. The portfolio includes Oracle Engineered Systems, backup and disaster recovery solutions as well as 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 protection of their IT infrastructure.

More information about anykey: anykey.de

About the Xantaro Group

The Xantaro Group, consisting of Xantaro GmbHXantaro UK Ltd, NetDescribe GmbH and the nicos group of companiesis an established solution provider for complex IT infrastructures throughout Europe. The 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 centers and enterprises in the planning, implementation and operation of complex IT environments. Over 500 customers in Germany and the UK rely on the Xantaro Group's expertise in designing future-proof IT infrastructures.

More information about Xantaro: www.xantaro.net

About the nicos group of companies

The nicos group of companies unites nicos GmbH and other companies, each of which specializes in a specific area: nicos GmbH , based in Münster/Westphalia, offers all services from design and implementation to the secure 24/7 operation of global data networks from a single source. The competent, international teams at woyn in the Philippines and nicos Australia complement the network specialists at the central SOC (Service Operation Center) in Münster. With its cyber defense experts, nicos also ensures the best possible protection for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) against threats from the internet and cyber attacks. The 42clue Teamdevelops customized digital experience solutions using machine learning and AI technologies, thereby completing the Group’s portfolio.

More information about nicos: www.nicos.group

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