Northstar Technologies Group Acquires “Quantum” from Compass Datacenters - forms Northstar Enterprise & Defense
Northstar Technologies Group Drives Quantum’s Next Growth Phase with Strategic Acquisition from Compass Datacenters
Acquisition positions Northstar Enterprise and Defense to significantly expand modular data center solutions in defense, military, and global markets; Compass remains strategic partner.
Bonita Springs, Florida and Dallas – April 2, 2025 – Northstar Technologies Group, a leader in fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composite structural building systems, today announced its acquisition of Compass Quantum (Compass Edgepoint Systems), an independently operated subsidiary of Compass Datacenters. This strategic acquisition rebrands Quantum into two new business units: Northstar Enterprise and Defense and Northstar Federal, which will spearhead the delivery of advanced modular data center solutions, especially within enterprise, defense, military, and federal sectors.
Tony Grayson, General Manager of Compass Quantum and incoming President of Northstar Enterprise and Defense, emphasized the significance of this acquisition: “Northstar’s expertise in modular design and composite construction uniquely positions us to address the rapidly evolving requirements of defense and enterprise markets. By integrating Quantum’s capabilities into Northstar Enterprise and Defense and Northstar Federal, we are enhancing our ability to provide scalable, secure, and resilient data infrastructure solutions worldwide. Northstar’s strategic relationship with Owens Corning further empowers us to deliver cutting-edge innovations tailored specifically for mission-critical environments.”
Paul Inglese, Chairman and CEO Northstar Technologies Group, emphasized the strategic implications: "The growth in IoT, AI, and 5G technologies necessitates sophisticated modular data centers capable of decentralized data processing. By establishing Northstar Enterprise and Defense and Northstar Federal, we significantly enhance our capacity to address defense, military, and federal customer needs, offering solutions with unmatched resilience, scalability, and sustainability. This rebranding and acquisition represent major milestones in Northstar’s commitment to global technological leadership."
Inglese added, "This initiative bolsters Northstar Technologies Group’s competitive edge and accelerates our transformation from traditional materials to advanced composites, substantially improving the energy efficiency and durability of mission-critical infrastructure. We look forward to leveraging Quantum’s expertise within our newly branded divisions to foster continued innovation and superior operational excellence."
Compass Datacenters CEO, Chris Crosby, stated, “Quantum has been integral to our vision of meeting customer edge-capacity requirements through operational expenditures. We will continue our strategic collaboration, confident that under Northstar Enterprise and Defense’s leadership, Quantum's solutions will thrive in defense and government markets, enabling robust growth and enhanced support.”
Northstar Enterprise and Defense will deliver comprehensive, robust modular data center solutions, fully integrating power and mechanical cooling as a managed service. These scalable systems are engineered to endure harsh conditions, meet stringent security standards, and rapidly adapt to the demands of AI, edge computing, and mission-critical operations globally.
Northstar’s industry-leading features that will significantly benefit Northstar Enterprise and Defense include:
Impact-rated composite systems that withstand Category 5 hurricanes and F5 tornadoes.
Non-corrosive, mold-resistant, and maintenance-free composite materials.
Ballistic-rated enclosures offering up to UL Level 8 protection.
Exceptional energy efficiency with composite materials providing superior insulation and reduced energy consumption.
Lightweight and strong structures, approximately 75-80% lighter than steel, facilitating rapid global deployment.
Precision automated manufacturing ensuring high quality and consistency, with the ability to rapidly scale production.
This acquisition highlights Northstar Technologies Group's ongoing commitment to innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence, establishing Northstar Enterprise and Defense and Northstar Federal as leaders in the rapidly advancing data infrastructure sector.
Financial details of the acquisition were not disclosed.
About Northstar Technologies Group
Northstar Technologies Group pioneers advanced fiber-reinforced polymer composite structural systems for the infrastructure, defense, and construction industry sectors.. Northstar Building Systems offer ultra-energy-efficient, robust, and smart composite structures, leveraging precision manufacturing to reduce construction time and lifecycle costs. For more information, visit https://northstartgi.com.
About Compass Datacenters
Compass Datacenters, recognized by Inc. Magazine’s 5000 fastest-growing companies, designs and constructs customizable, sustainable data centers for leading hyperscalers and cloud providers, supported by Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan and Brookfield Infrastructure. More information at www.compassdatacenters.com.