Malta’s leading digital infrastructure, cloud, cyber resilience and managed IT services provider, BMIT Technologies plc (MSE: BMIT), today announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire a majority stake in 56Bit Limited, a managed services provider specialising in Amazon Web Services (AWS) solutions. Once complete, this acquisition significantly enhances BMIT’s AWS capabilities and further expands its portfolio in cloud, cyber resilience, and managed IT services.
56Bit will continue operating independently, ensuring that its established operational agility and deep technical expertise in AWS solutions remain dedicated to delivering bespoke cloud services, while simultaneously leveraging the strategic support and resources of the BMIT Group.
56Bit is an AWS Advanced Tier Services Partner specialising in cloud solutions, DevOps, and managed services. They offer tailored solutions for optimising AWS infrastructure, enhancing security, and ensuring efficient cloud operations. Their expertise includes cloud consulting, architecture, migration, and cost optimisation, providing businesses with the necessary tools to scale and secure digital environments effectively.
The acquisition marks a strategic move aimed at enhancing BMIT’s cloud service capabilities and strengthening its position as the leading provider of hybrid IT and cloud services in Malta. Through this acquisition, BMIT gains deep AWS expertise which complements its existing cloud services and expands its ability to provide vendor-agnostic and tailored cloud solutions.
BMIT will also benefit from access to specialised skills, certifications, and customer relationships, enabling the BMIT Group to offer tailored, high- quality AWS solutions. Additionally, it accelerates the Group’s ability to deliver AWS-focused cloud migration, optimisation, and managed services, while enhancing BMIT’s competitiveness in hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
“The provision of cloud services is at the heart of our business and over the past few years we have seen an ever-growing demand for these services.
This investment not only boosts our Cloud expertise, particularly on AWS solutions, but also reinforces our ability to be truly vendor-agnostic, delivering solutions are that are as unique as our clients,” Ing. Christian Sammut, CEO of BMIT, said.
“Our vision has always been to set the benchmark in hybrid IT and cloud services and stand out as a forward-thinking provider always ready to adapt and innovate. This investment helps us achieve that goal,” Ing. Sammut added.
“56Bit has always been dedicated to delivering the most cost-effective, stable, resilient and future-proof cloud infrastructure solutions possible to our clients. Thanks to this investment we can now broaden our reach and contribute to one of the most comprehensive cloud service offerings in Malta and beyond. Together with BMIT, we are well positioned to help clients navigate their transformation journeys with flexibility and confidence,” Patrick Camilleri, CEO of 56Bit said.
