Name

Linx Telecommunications

Legal name

CITIC Telecom International CPC Limited

Website

https://linxtelecom.com

Company type

Public

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Enterprise ICT and Managed Network Services

NAICS

Telecommunications (517), Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (518), Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths) (561621)

SIC

Telephone Communications (No Radiotelephone) (4813), Communications Services, Nec (4899), Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373)

akta.pro primary industry

Telco Cloud & Edge for NaaS (Distributed Cloud, MEC, Edge CNFs) (HDAIAIAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Virtualized Security & SASE for Telco Networks (vFW, vDDoS, vSEC, Secure Edge) (HDAIAIAK)

Keywords

• Enterprise networking services
• Managed cybersecurity solutions
• Cloud infrastructure services
• Data center colocation
• ICT managed services

Headquarters

HQ city

Amsterdam

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Managed ICT Services: Comprehensive managed services including network management, security operations, cloud infrastructure, and data center services. Revenue generated through subscription-based contracts with enterprise clients for ongoing service delivery and support.
2. Networking Solutions: TrueCONNECT™ networking portfolio including MPLS VPN, SD-WAN, SASE, and WAN optimization services provided on subscription or contract basis.
3. Security Services: TrustCSI™ managed security services including threat detection, SOC services, compliance services, and professional security consulting.
4. Cloud Solutions: SmartCLOUD™ IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, and XaaS services delivered as cloud subscriptions and consumption-based billing.
5. Professional Services: Implementation, consulting, and migration services for security device migration, cloud professional services, and compliance assessments.
6. Data Center Services: DataHOUSE™ colocation and hosting services across global data center network with connectivity solutions.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Linx Telecommunications, operating today as CITIC Telecom CPC, delivers enterprise ICT solutions including managed networking (MPLS VPN, SD-WAN, SASE, multi-cloud connectivity), managed cybersecurity services (AI SOC, SIEM-MiiND, threat detection/response), cloud computing (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, XaaS), and carrier-grade data center colocation across approximately 30 global sites. The company serves multinational corporations in Asia Pacific and Europe through enterprise field sales and regional offices, anchored by the CITIC Group brand.

Product overview

CITIC Telecom CPC offers a comprehensive ICT solutions portfolio comprising TrueCONNECT™ networking (MPLS VPN, SD-WAN, SASE, multi-cloud connectivity), TrustCSI™ managed cybersecurity (including AI SOC, SIEM-MiiND, threat detection/response), SmartCLOUD™ cloud solutions (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS), DataHOUSE™ cloud data centers (~30 global sites), ICT-MiiND intelligence operations, and managed services. The portfolio follows a platform-plus-modules architecture where core platforms (TrueCONNECT™, TrustCSI™, SmartCLOUD™, DataHOUSE™) serve as foundational services with specialized sub-products and features built upon them.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• TrueCONNECT™: World-class networking solutions including MPLS VPN, SD-WAN (Hybrid), SASE, Multi-Cloud Connect, Ethernet VPLS, and managed WAN optimization services
• TrustCSI™
• SmartCLOUD™
• DataHOUSE™
• ICT-MiiND
• China Entercom (中信網絡)

Products and services

• TrueCONNECT Premium (MPLS VPN) Fully meshed managed private network solution providing enterprise-grade MPLS VPN connectivity with premium quality and reliability, sold to enterprises requiring private WAN services.
• TrueCONNECT Hybrid (SD-WAN) Software-defined wide area networking solution delivered as a hybrid network architecture to give enterprises flexible WAN connectivity across distributed sites.
• TrueCONNECT SASE Cloud-native secure WAN solution converging SD-WAN edge and cloud-delivered security capabilities for distributed enterprises.
• Multi-Cloud Connect Cloud connectivity solution enabling enterprises to interconnect multiple public cloud providers through a single managed service.
• TrustCSI Cybersecurity Suite Full-scale managed security service suite including threat detection, response, and recovery services to support enterprise digital transformation.
• AI SOC Intelligent security operations center service powered by AI for fast and accurate next-generation security operations delivered as SOC-as-a-Service.
• SIEM-MiiND Self-built intelligent security information and event management platform leveraging AI and an in-house security expert team for enhanced cybersecurity threat detection and analysis.
• SmartCLOUD Cloud Solutions Comprehensive cloud computing platform offering IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, and XaaS services that boost business performance, productivity, and agility with reduced cost.
• SmartCLOUD Compute (IaaS) Infrastructure as a Service offering virtual private cloud compute resources for enterprise cloud deployments.
• SmartCLOUD BRR (Backup & DR) Versatile managed cloud backup and disaster recovery solution ensuring business continuity and data protection.
• DataHOUSE Cloud Data Center Carrier-grade cloud data center infrastructure with global coverage linking approximately 30 data center sites worldwide for colocation and hosting.
• ICT-MiiND Intelligence-driven strategy platform providing an innovative approach to ICT operations and digital transformation combining AI and automation for intelligent operations.
• ManagedCONNECT One-stop service management portal providing centralized visibility and control over managed ICT services.
• DIA PROTECT DDoS protection service available on Tallinn MAN, providing cybersecurity gap closure for SMEs against distributed denial of service attacks.
• AI Pentest AI-powered vulnerability assessment service using automated penetration testing to identify security weaknesses for enterprise clients.
• AI Databank AI-driven enterprise data intelligence solution that overcomes data silos and enables intelligent data management and analysis.

Quantifiable outcome

• AI SOC enables faster threat detection and response with AI-powered automation
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers17 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability6 records

Feature9 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• China EntercomcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerChina Entercom is a subsidiary/regional headquarters of CITIC Telecom CPC serving the Chinese Mainland market. It operates as a key strategic partner providing connectivity and cloud solutions for multinational corporations entering China, with dedicated English and Chinese language services.
• Tai FuminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTai Fu is a business partner in Taiwan providing ICT solutions and services, operating under the CITIC Telecom CPC partner ecosystem.
• Jameel Motors ChinacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partnership where CITIC Telecom CPC (through China Entercom) provides SD-WAN and digital infrastructure enabling Jameel Motors China to establish digital benchmark for multinational corporations entering China market.
• Yingke Law FirmcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partnership where China Entercom empowered Yingke Law Firm to win the 2025 IDC China Future Enterprise Awards through digital intelligence solutions for global legal services.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Orange Business Services: French-headquartered global enterprise ICT division of Orange providing SD-WAN, SASE, cloud, IoT, and managed security to multinationals. Directly comparable to CITIC Telecom CPC in integrated enterprise networking and managed services, especially for Asia-Europe traffic.
• Tata Communications: India-headquartered global enterprise telecom operator providing managed network, cloud, collaboration, and security services to multinationals. Directly comparable to CITIC Telecom CPC in global SD-WAN, SASE, IaaS, and managed security for large enterprise customers.
• PCCW Global: Hong Kong-headquartered global managed network and ICT services provider serving multinationals across Asia, Europe, Africa and the Americas. Directly comparable to CITIC Telecom CPC in SD-WAN, MPLS, SASE, cloud, and managed security for cross-border enterprises.
• Colt Technology Services: UK-headquartered global enterprise network and data center provider with deep presence in Europe and Asia. Comparable to CITIC Telecom CPC in enterprise SD-WAN, SASE, and colocation services with strong Europe-Asia on-net coverage.
• NTT Communications (NTT Ltd): Japanese global ICT services arm of NTT providing managed network, cloud, data center, and security services to multinational enterprises. Comparable to CITIC Telecom CPC in carrier-grade managed connectivity, cloud, and security portfolio for APAC-Europe corridors.

Broad incumbents

• Verizon Business: Global enterprise division of Verizon providing managed network, security, and SD-WAN services to multinational customers. Broader incumbent comparable to CITIC Telecom CPC in managed enterprise connectivity with greater scale and Western brand trust.
• Lumen Technologies: US-headquartered global enterprise networking, SASE, and cloud infrastructure provider. Comparable to CITIC Telecom CPC as a broad incumbent in managed SD-WAN, SASE, and global enterprise connectivity.
• BT Global Services: Global enterprise division of BT Group providing managed network, security, and cloud services to multinationals worldwide. Broader incumbent comparable to CITIC Telecom CPC in integrated enterprise ICT, with deeper European heritage and larger global brand.

Regional players

• Singtel (Optus / NCS): Singapore-headquartered Asia Pacific carrier with global enterprise services through subsidiaries including NCS for IT services and Optus for Australia. Comparable to CITIC Telecom CPC as an APAC-anchored managed ICT and network services provider for multinational customers.
• Telstra International: International arm of Telstra providing managed network, cloud, and security services across Asia Pacific. Comparable to CITIC Telecom CPC as an APAC-rooted carrier serving enterprise customers with cross-border connectivity and managed services.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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