MIDDLESBROUGH, UK – [May 21, 2025] – Middlesbrough-based Durata, a leading provider of critical power and modular data centre infrastructure solutions, is accelerating its growth and strengthening its position in the rapidly expanding global critical power and data centre market with the strategic acquisition of County Durham-based Tolley Fabrications.
This acquisition marks a significant milestone for Durata, bringing its vital fabrication process in-house for the first time.
By integrating critical manufacturing processes, Durata enhances quality control, streamlines operations and delivers scalable, high-performance data centre solutions with unprecedented speed and agility to its international client base.
The move forms part of a broader growth strategy that is enabling the company to deliver on the growing global demand for critical power and data centre solutions, highlighting Durata is well-positioned and committed to providing the infrastructure businesses need to thrive in a fast-changing digital world.
John McGee, Managing Director of Durata, said: “We are thrilled to welcome Alan Tolley and his highly skilled team to Durata. Their expertise in precision fabrication perfectly complements our vision of delivering integrated data centre infrastructure solutions.
“This acquisition is not simply about achieving greater efficiency and operational control, it represents a strategic investment in our long-term capability and significantly strengthens how we deliver for our valued clients worldwide.”
This move also brings substantial regional advantages, reinforcing Durata’s strong presence in the North-East and contributing to the economic growth of the area.
John said: “We are incredibly proud to be delivering industry-leading data centre solutions from our roots right here in the North-East.
“We are not only expanding our capabilities and service offerings but also creating high-quality jobs in the region as we scale our operations to meet the escalating global demand.
“As we continue on this exciting growth trajectory, we are committed to providing increased opportunities, further strengthening our local community and leading the charge in critical power and data centre infrastructure on a global scale.”
The acquisition was welcomed with optimism at Tolley Fabrications’ headquarters at Tursdale Business Park, Durham.
Alan Tolley, the founder of Tolley Fabrications, said: “Joining forces with Durata marks an exciting new chapter for us.
“We have worked hard to build a strong reputation for quality, precision and reliability, and now we have the opportunity to take that expertise even further as an integral part of a forward-thinking company that is committed to long-term investment and growth.
“This move brings real potential – not just for our combined teams, but for the customers we support.
“Becoming part of the Durata team gives us the opportunity to expand our reach, evolve our capabilities and continue building something we can all be proud of.”
With this strategic acquisition, Durata is poised to capitalise on the unprecedented global demand for scalable, innovative and efficient data centre solutions, effectively positioning the company to meet the complex and evolving needs of businesses across the globe.
Several key factors are accelerating Durata’s growth and highlighting the critical importance of robust data centre infrastructure. The exponential rise in cloud services, the explosion of data generated by the proliferation of smart devices, the increasing reliance on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the ever-increasing demand for faster internet speeds, such as 5G, have made data centres more critical than ever before.
John said: “With our fabrication capabilities now integrated in-house, we have complete control over the entire design, build, delivery and ongoing maintenance process – enabling us to move faster, work smarter and remain agile and responsive to adapt to our customers’ evolving needs.
“As AI, cloud technologies and smart devices reshape industries worldwide, we’re leading the way in providing the critical infrastructure that powers this transformation.
“Durata is at the forefront, delivering innovative infrastructure solutions that empower businesses to scale rapidly and operate with greater resilience.
“Our integrated fabrication capability ensures we remain agile and responsive to global market dynamics, setting new standards for quality and speed in data centre delivery.”