AMS-IX

What AMS-IX does

AMS-IX (Amsterdam Internet Exchange B.V.) is a neutral, member-based association that operates a global portfolio of internet exchange platforms, headquartered in Amsterdam and serving as part of the Netherlands' 'third mainport' alongside Rotterdam and Schiphol. Founded in 1994 at the Amsterdam Science Park by academic institutions (NIKHEF, SARA, CWI, SURFnet, NLnet) and incorporated as AMS-IX B.V. in 2000, the company has grown to 15 directly operated platforms plus four 'Powered by AMS-IX' white-label exchanges spanning Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and the Caribbean, with active US platforms scheduled to close in March 2026.

The core product is a shared Layer 2 Ethernet interconnection fabric built on photonic cross-connects (Glimmerglass, introduced 2003) and Extreme Networks / Juniper switches, supporting 1GE through 400GE ports and 15.036 Tb/s peak traffic (April 2026) across 914 connected networks in Amsterdam and nearly 1,300 globally in 70 countries. The platform is augmented by Mobile Peering (GRX), Private Interconnect, Closed User Group, Data Centre Interconnect, Anti-DDoS, Public/Private NTP, and BGP Peering Training. AMS-IX co-developed the IX-API standard with DE-CIX and LINX and participates in the Mplify Alliance for LSO-based automation.

Revenue is generated through monthly subscription fees on a tiered port-capacity pricing model (1GE to 400GE), supplemented by managed remote-peering services (EasyAccess), the IX-as-a-Service franchise model, reseller partnerships (RETN, HGC, Sify, Megaport), training, and a freemium tier (Bright Networks Club) for small networks. Customer segments span content providers/CDNs (Meta, Netflix, TikTok, Microsoft, Google), telecom carriers (Vodafone, Odido), ISPs, cloud providers, and emerging networks; distribution is direct at Equinix data centers and via partner resellers across the EMEA and APAC footprint.

Name

AMS-IX

Legal name

Amsterdam Internet Exchange B.V.

Website

https://ams-ix.net

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

AMS-IX is a neutral, member-based association operating 15 global internet exchange platforms across Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and the Caribbean. It provides Layer 2 interconnection, remote peering, and IX-as-a-Service to 1,300+ networks including hyperscalers, CDNs, and ISPs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Internet Exchange / Network Interconnection Services

NAICS

Wired and Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite) (51711)

SIC

Communications Services, Nec (4899)

akta.pro primary industry

Internet Exchange Points (IXPs) & Peering Services (HDABALAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Carrier Interconnection & Peering Exchanges (IXPs, private interconnect, cross-connect) (HDAIAEAG), Carrier-Neutral Interconnect & Meet-Me Room (MMR) Services (HDABALAD)

Keywords

• Internet exchange services
• Network peering platform
• Interconnection infrastructure
• Data center interconnect
• BGP route servers

Headquarters

HQ city

Amsterdam

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices13 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Interconnection Platform Access: AMS-IX charges fees for access to its interconnect platform, including physical ports and access connections. Customers pay monthly fees (billed monthly or as otherwise agreed) for port connectivity, with pricing based on port capacity and type. Port sizes include 1GE, 10GE, 100GE, and 400GE options.
2. Remote Peering Services: AMS-IX offers remote peering solutions allowing customers to connect to AMS-IX platforms from remote locations without physical presence at data center locations. This includes EasyAccess service bundling IP transport and peering port, and IX-as-a-Service for organizations wanting to establish their own internet exchanges.
3. Professional and Training Services: AMS-IX offers BGP Peering Training and technical support services. The company also provides professional services including hands-on training days and community events through initiatives like the Bright Networks Club.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

AMS-IX operates neutral internet exchange platforms providing Layer 2 Ethernet-based peering infrastructure that enables networks (ISPs, CDNs, content providers, telecom carriers) to exchange internet traffic. Connected parties purchase port-based subscriptions (1GE to 400GE) at carrier-neutral data centers in Amsterdam and globally. The platform is extended via remote peering, IX-as-a-Service for white-label exchange deployment, and complementary services such as anti-DDoS, NTP, BGP training, and route server management.

Product overview

AMS-IX operates a platform-plus-modules architecture centered on its core Interconnect Platform—a shared Layer 2 Ethernet infrastructure enabling internet traffic exchange between networks. The platform is supported by approximately 16 Internet Exchange locations across Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America, either directly operated or delivered via the 'Powered by AMS-IX' program. The core peering service is complemented by specialized services including Mobile Peering (for GRX/interconnect traffic), Private Interconnect, Closed User Group, and Data Centre Interconnect. Remote access is enabled through EasyAccess (bundled transport and port), Remote Peering, and IX-as-a-Service (for organizations launching their own exchanges). Supporting services include Anti-DDoS protection, Public/Private NTP time services, BGP Peering Training, and Innovation Services. The ecosystem connects over 900 networks globally, with major content providers (Meta, Netflix, Microsoft, TikTok), telecom providers, and ISPs exchanging traffic at scale.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Powered by AMS-IX: A franchise model allowing partners to operate Internet Exchanges using AMS-IX infrastructure, software, and operational support.
• IX-as-a-Service (IXaaS)
• EasyAccess
• Bright Networks Club

Products and services

• Internet Peering Core peering service allowing Internet Service Providers, CDNs, and other networks to bilaterally exchange internet traffic over the AMS-IX fabric through port subscriptions (1GE to 400GE).
• Mobile Peering Specialized peering service for mobile operators to exchange mobile-specific traffic including GRX (GPRS Roaming Exchange) and other mobile interconnect traffic.
• Private Interconnect Dedicated private interconnection service for point-to-point connectivity between specific networks outside the shared peering fabric.
• Closed User Group Enables a group of connected parties to exchange traffic among themselves while being isolated from the broader peering community.
• Data Centre Interconnect Service launched in 2023 enabling connectivity between data centers using AMS-IX infrastructure for enterprise and carrier interconnection.
• EasyAccess Remote connectivity solution that bundles IP transport and peering port access, enabling networks to connect to AMS-IX without requiring physical presence at an AMS-IX PoP.
• Remote Peering Allows networks to participate in AMS-IX peering without having physical infrastructure at AMS-IX locations, using remote transport connections.
• IX-as-a-Service Fully managed solution launched in 2019 providing pre-configured hardware, software, and wiring for organizations to set up and operate their own Internet Exchange; AMS-IX handles operational management via its NOC.
• BGP Peering Training Training service providing hands-on education on BGP peering configuration and best practices for network operators.
• Innovation Services Experimental and emerging services for testing new interconnection technologies and protocols on the AMS-IX platform.
• Public Network Time Protocol (NTP) Satellite-independent time service launched in early 2026 to protect critical digital infrastructure by providing accurate and secure time synchronization.
• Private Network Time Protocol (NTP) Private time synchronization service for organizations requiring dedicated time protocol access.
• Anti-DDoS Distributed Denial of Service protection service to safeguard connected networks from volumetric and application-layer DDoS attacks.
• AMS-IX Interconnect Platform (Amsterdam) The core Layer 2 Ethernet infrastructure enabling networks to exchange internet traffic through a shared peering fabric. Operates at multiple data centers in Amsterdam using photonic cross-connects and Ethernet switches; connects 914 networks with 15.036 Tb/s peak traffic.

Quantifiable outcome

• 15.036 Tb/s peak traffic capacity enabling millions of simultaneous high-bandwidth activities
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered minor, core and flagship.

• Telecom Society (Netherlands)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 July 2026AMS-IX joined Telecom Society in the Netherlands as a corporate member to strengthen collaboration within the Dutch telecom and digital infrastructure ecosystem. Rationale is increasing interconnection between internet and telecom sectors, seeking to work with other market parties on building secure, resilient digital infrastructure.
• MplifycoreTechnology or Integration · 4 June 2026AMS-IX joined the Mplify Alliance to collaborate on LSO APIs for IP peering, cloud on-ramp connectivity, and AI-driven traffic exchange. Partnership aims to establish standardized automation frameworks across the interconnection ecosystem, enabling more scalable, interoperable, and programmable Network-as-a-Service environments.
• RETNcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 17 October 2024RETN became first AMS-IX reseller to offer 400G port connectivity. Recognized as Best AMS-IX Reseller for 2023. RETN expands AMS-IX reach through REMOTE-IX service including 'One Port' solution allowing customers to connect to multiple IXs through single physical port.
• Chief Telecom / Taipei Internet Exchange (TPIX)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 June 2024Strategic MOU between TPIX, AMS-IX Hong Kong, and HGC Global Communications to provide seamless traffic exchange between Taipei and Hong Kong. Enables customers to expand network resources across Asia with one-stop-shop solution, accessing AMS-IX exchanges in Singapore, Bangkok, Manila, Amsterdam, Bay Area and Chicago through HGC's global connectivity network.
• Extreme IXcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 29 April 2024Strategic partnership in India to simplify connection to AMS-IX Mumbai. Using Extreme IX's fabric spanning 40 locations across 6 cities, customers can access AMS-IX Mumbai from 15 PoPs without physical presence at AMS-IX PoP locations. Reduces costs for transport, colocation and equipment.
• DE-CIXcoreTechnology or Integration · 13 February 2024Collaboration on IX-API (Internet Exchange Application Programming Interface) initiative to advance internet exchange standards. DE-CIX's proprietary extension for Cloud Router has been integrated into the core IX-API specification. Joint work on LSO APIs for IP peering, cloud on-ramp connectivity, and AI-driven traffic exchange.
• International Gateway Company Limited (IGC)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 November 2022Partnership for AMS-IX Bangkok, with IGC providing IX infrastructure, network, and operations in Bangkok while AMS-IX provides technical support and operational management. HGC serves as commercial partner and marketing arm.
• irix (PP Telecom)coreTechnology or Integration · 4 August 2022Partnership to develop 'Powered by AMS-IX' internet exchange for Borneo. irix/PP Telecom uses IX-as-a-Service solution to establish neutral connectivity hub for CDNs, ISPs, and carriers. AMS-IX provides NOC operational management and technical expertise.
• EquinixcoreTechnology or Integration · 11 May 2022AMS-IX Singapore and other platforms are located at Equinix data centres globally. Equinix provides carrier-neutral colocation facilities hosting AMS-IX equipment and enabling customer connections from 3000+ data centres worldwide.
• LINX (London Internet Exchange)coreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2020Collaboration on IX-API initiative. LINX implemented and released network statistics feature as part of the IX-API standards. Working with AMS-IX and DE-CIX on LSO APIs for interconnection automation.
• Sify TechnologiescoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2017Partnership for AMS-IX Mumbai, established 2017 with Sify providing infrastructure support for the India platform. Sify operates as local infrastructure partner enabling AMS-IX presence in the Indian market.
• HGC Global CommunicationsflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2013Long-standing strategic partnership since 2012, with HGC serving as commercial partner for AMS-IX platforms in Hong Kong (first Asia partnership), Singapore, Bangkok, Bay Area, and Chicago. 10-year anniversary celebrated in March 2023. HGC provides commercial partnership, marketing, and network infrastructure across Asia and US.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves20 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• SwissIX: SwissIX is a neutral, member-based internet exchange in Zurich serving Swiss ISPs, CDNs, and enterprises. It is a smaller direct peer to AMS-IX in governance and product model, serving as a useful comparable for pricing and member economics in a developed European market.
• LINX (London Internet Exchange): LINX is one of the world's largest neutral IXPs, based in London with additional UK peering points. Like AMS-IX, LINX is a member-based non-profit association, operates L2 peering fabrics with 100GE/400GE ports, and is a co-founder of the IX-API initiative, making it a direct operational and governance peer.
• NL-IX: NL-IX is a neutral, member-based internet exchange headquartered in the Netherlands, operating a distributed L2 peering fabric across dozens of European data centers. It is a direct domestic peer to AMS-IX, competing for the same Dutch and European networks with comparable port-based pricing models.
• France-IX: France-IX operates neutral IXPs in Paris and Marseille, providing L2 peering and remote peering services to ISPs, CDNs, and content providers across Europe and to the MENA region. It is a direct peer in scale, governance (member-based association), and product scope, often cited alongside AMS-IX as part of the European IX ecosystem.
• DE-CIX: DE-CIX is the largest internet exchange operator globally by peak traffic, headquartered in Frankfurt with exchanges across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Asia. It is the most directly comparable peer to AMS-IX: similar L2 Ethernet fabric, route server architecture, 100GE/400GE port focus, and a co-founder of the IX-API standard alongside AMS-IX and LINX.

Regional players

• JPIX: JPIX is a Japanese neutral IXP operating in Tokyo and Osaka, offering L2 peering, route servers, and remote peering to domestic and international networks. It is a regional peer comparable to AMS-IX in product scope and customer segments, but operating primarily in Japan.
• BBIX: BBIX is a Japanese internet exchange operated by SoftBank, providing L2 peering services in Tokyo and Osaka and partnering with global IXPs. It is a regional peer with similar technology (L2 fabric, route servers, 100GE ports) and serves overlapping hyperscale and ISP customer segments in APAC where AMS-IX also competes.
• MegaIX (IX Australia): MegaIX is Australia's largest neutral IXP, operating open peering fabric across multiple Australian cities. It is a regional peer, comparable in mission (neutral L2 peering, 100GE/400GE ports, member-based governance) but operating in a different geography than AMS-IX.

Broad incumbents

• Equinix Fabric: Equinix Fabric (formerly Equinix Cloud Exchange) is the interconnection layer inside Equinix's global colocation platform, offering virtualized cross-connects and direct cloud on-ramps across 50+ metros. It is the dominant broad incumbent that competes with IXPs (including hosting AMS-IX PoPs at Equinix facilities) by offering software-defined interconnection as part of a much larger colocation business.

Emerging players

• NetIX: NetIX is a global connectivity platform combining an IXP fabric with remote peering, content delivery, and a multi-route exchange across more than 30 data centers. It is an emerging player with meaningful product overlap to AMS-IX's remote peering and IX-as-a-Service offerings, particularly attractive to mid-tier networks.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/ams-ix
• Xx.com/AMS_IX
• Facebookfacebook.com/amsterdam.internet.exchange

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Subsidiaries12 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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