Data storage specialists NEXTDC has announced it has secured a deal with Optus that will see the telco deliver its new range of enterprise cloud, data centre and IP network services to NEXTDC customers.

NEXTDC CEO Craig Scroggie said NEXTDC was thrilled with the expanded relationship and what it signified for both organisations.

“We are delighted to be working closely with Optus as part of its commitment to expanding services for its customers. Optus’ investment in communication infrastructure for the NEXTDC national network is a huge commitment and we expect to see great rewards working with Optus over the coming years.”

John Paitaridis, Managing Director of Optus Business said, “Optus’ relationship with NEXTDC significantly expands the availability of Optus Evolve and PowerON cloud services across our national data centre assets. Combined with Optus' existing data centres, this now gives Optus Business one of the most significant data centre footprints in Australia.