MDC
MDC Data Centers operates a carrier-neutral colocation and interconnection platform focused exclusively on the US-Mexico border, operating purpose-built data centers at all nine crossings and serving Tier-1 carriers, CDNs, Mexican operators, and wholesalers with colocation, MEX-IX peering, and International Fiber Crossing services.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2009
- HeadquartersMcallen, United States
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingServices
MDC firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- MDC
- Legal name
- MDC Data Centers
- Website
- https://mdcdatacenters.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2009
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- MDC Data Centers operates a carrier-neutral colocation and interconnection platform focused exclusively on the US-Mexico border, operating purpose-built data centers at all nine crossings and serving Tier-1 carriers, CDNs, Mexican operators, and wholesalers with colocation, MEX-IX peering, and International Fiber Crossing services.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
MDC industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Data Center Services
- NAICS
- Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (518210), Computer Facilities Management Services (541513)
- SIC
- Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370), Computer Communications Equipment (3576)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Enterprise Data Centers & On-Prem Facilities (Owned/Operated) (HDABACAG)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Data Center Operations & Managed Services (Remote Hands, NOC/SOC) (HDABANAA)
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Where MDC is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Mcallen
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices9 records
Markets served
MDC business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Infrastructure, Operations, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain
Revenue model
- Colocation Services: Carrier-neutral colocation services providing rack space, power, cooling, and physical infrastructure at MDC data center facilities along the US-Mexico border. Revenue generated from space reservations, power consumption, and增值服务.
- Interconnection Services: Cross-connection services enabling networks to connect within MDC facilities, including meet-me-room services, fiber cross-connects, and access to the MEX-IX peering platform.
- International Fiber Crossing Services: Dedicated fiber infrastructure crossing the US-Mexico border, providing terrestrial connectivity between US data centers and Mexican network points.
- On-site Support Services: Remote Hands and Smart Hands services including equipment installation, circuit testing, maintenance windows, and technical support.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Subscription | Annual | Custom enterprise pricing based on location and service requirements |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels1 record
Marketing channels7 records
MDC product offering
Product offeringCore offering
MDC Data Centers operates carrier-neutral data centers and interconnection infrastructure exclusively along the US-Mexico border corridor. The company provides colocation, cross-connection, and international fiber crossing services across facilities in McAllen, Laredo, El Paso, Nogales, Eagle Pass, and San Diego, anchored by the MEX-IX internet exchange point and the BorderConnect Platform. MDC does not sell IP or transport services, maintaining strict neutrality while connecting carriers, content providers, and network operators.
Product overview
MDC Data Centers operates a carrier-neutral colocation and interconnection platform focused exclusively on the US-Mexico border corridor. The core offering combines purpose-built data centers (McAllen/MCA2, Laredo/LDO1, El Paso/ELP1, Nogales/NOG1, Eagle Pass/EGP1, San Diego/SGO1, and upcoming Querétaro) with MEX-IX internet exchange services and International Fiber Crossings (IFC) into Mexico. The platform is orchestrated through the BorderConnect Platform and supported by MDC Marketplace for carrier discovery and Customer Hub for service management. Additional services include On-Site/Smart Hands and Remote Hands technical support, Tower Colocation (El Paso), and the Katalyst Program for customer enablement. The company has been operating for over 10 years as a 100% carrier-neutral provider, enabling networks to connect without MDC competing in IP or transport services.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- MDC Colocation Carrier-neutral data center colocation services providing physical space, power, cooling, and security for network equipment at strategic US-Mexico border locations, serving telecommunications carriers, content providers, and network operators.
- MEX-IX Internet Exchange Internet exchange point (IXP) platform at the US-Mexico border enabling networks to peer and exchange traffic with Mexico's largest carrier concentration, including route servers and route collectors for BGP peering. MEX-IX has reached 130+ Gbps peak traffic.
- International Fiber Crossing (IFC) Terrestrial fiber infrastructure connecting MDC's US data centers across the border to Mexico networks, enabling cross-border traffic exchange with minimal latency. Features high-count G.652D single-mode fiber optimized for DWDM systems.
- MDC Marketplace Digital platform enabling carriers and networks to discover, connect, and transact connectivity services. MDC actively facilitates introductions without commission or agent agreements, maintaining neutrality.
- Customer Hub Customer portal for real-time management and monitoring of colocation services, inventory, and network operations.
- On-Site Support / Smart Hands Technical support services including equipment installation, circuit migrations (hot cuts), advanced maintenance windows, OTDR testing, and on-site engineering assistance at border data centers.
- Remote Hands Remote technical assistance including visual verification, cable integrity checks, fiber cleaning, power cycling, photographic documentation, inventory audits, and shipping/receiving activities.
- BorderConnect Platform Integrated platform comprising carrier-neutral ecosystems, purpose-built data centers, and fiber route infrastructure across the US-Mexico border, providing enhanced reliability, optimized latency, and scalable bandwidth for networks.
- Tower Colocation Communications tower and rooftop facilities at El Paso data center for WISPs and MNOs, enabling wireless connectivity, traffic offloading, and edge computing services.
Quantifiable outcome
- 130+ Gbps traffic peak at MEX-IX
- +2 more outcomes
Companies that use MDC
Customer profileNamed customers22 records
Segments5 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
MDC technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature6 records
MDC partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- MANTA Subsea Cable Consortium (Liberty Networks, Gold Data, Sparkle)coreMANTA Subsea Cable Consortium, comprising Liberty Networks, Gold Data, and Sparkle, selected MDC as its neutral landing partner in Mexico for the MANTA subsea cable system. The system will land in Cancun and Veracruz through MDC's neutral interconnection facilities, expanding cross-border connectivity infrastructure.
- BestelcoreBestel consolidated its McAllen infrastructure operations at MDC's MCA2 facility, exiting its legacy location at the Chase Building. Strategic move enhances Bestel's core presence and positions MCA2 as the primary interconnection hub in McAllen.
- Uniti WholesalecoreUniti Wholesale is expanding its fiber infrastructure by establishing a new data center at MDC San Diego near key US-Mexico ports. This expansion enhances cross-border connectivity between the US and Mexico by extending the ICON Network and supports international growth strategies.
- Windstream WholesalecoreLong-standing strategic partnership where Windstream provides transport services from McAllen to Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio, and has expanded to El Paso. Windstream leverages MDC's neutral ecosystem to reach Mexican carriers. Partnership has been described as mutually beneficial with joint market development efforts.
- Vivaro and FibranetcoreMDC and Vivaro joined forces in Eagle Pass, Texas, to build a third route between Dallas and Queretaro. Partnership establishes Eagle Pass as a key border crossing for cross-border fiber connectivity with high-count G.652D single-mode fiber.
- MANRS InitiativeminorMDC is a member of the Mutually Agreed Norms for Routing Security (MANRS) initiative, committing to assist all members of the MEX-IX community in implementing routing security actions and protecting the internet from routing threats.
- Sparkle, Cogent, Arelion (Tier-1 Networks)coreMDC El Paso facilitates interconnection with leading Tier-1 networks including Sparkle, Cogent, and Arelion for traffic management and network scalability. Direct connections support WISP and MNO operations.
- Akamai, Gcore (CDNs)coreMDC provides direct access to top-tier Content Delivery Networks including Akamai and Gcore for content delivery optimization and peak speeds. CDN connectivity is a key feature of the tower colocation and data center services.
Scale indicators12 records
Recent moves10 records
Expansion highlights2 records
MDC competitors and assessment
Company assessmentMarket position
Competitive moat5 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
MDC social profiles
Digital presenceMDC financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
MDC leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles5 records
MDC funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds2 records
Investors1 record
Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
MDC M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Frequently asked questions about MDC
What does MDC do?
MDC Data Centers operates carrier-neutral data centers and interconnection infrastructure exclusively along the US-Mexico border corridor. The company provides colocation, cross-connection, and international fiber crossing services across facilities in McAllen, Laredo, El Paso, Nogales, Eagle Pass, and San Diego, anchored by the MEX-IX internet exchange point and the BorderConnect Platform. MDC does not sell IP or transport services, maintaining strict neutrality while connecting carriers, content providers, and network operators.
Is MDC a public or private company?
MDC is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was MDC founded?
MDC was founded in 2009. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is MDC based?
MDC is headquartered in Mcallen, United States, in the North America region.
How does MDC make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. Colocation Services are the primary driver. The others are interconnection Services, international Fiber Crossing Services and on-site Support Services.
Does MDC have an API?
No public API is recorded for MDC.
What industry is MDC in?
MDC's product category is Data Center Services. Its primary akta.pro industry code is HDABACAG, Enterprise Data Centers & On-Prem Facilities (Owned/Operated), with a secondary code of HDABANAA, Data Center Operations & Managed Services (Remote Hands, NOC/SOC). Its NAICS code is 518210 and its SIC code is 7370.