Smart Cloud

What Smart Cloud does

Smart Cloud is a Malta-based B2B cloud hosting provider operating as a joint cloud services brand of Melita Limited and Smart Technologies Limited, founded in 2021. The company offers Cloud VPS (VMware-built virtual private servers), dedicated bare-metal servers, Backup as a Service (powered by Veeam Cloud Connect), co-location, and managed services, all hosted in two Tier III specification data centres in Madliena and Birkirkara with PCI-DSS, ISO 27001, ISO 45001, and ISO 14001 certifications. Its technology stack is built on VMware virtualization, HPE Morpheus orchestration, Fortinet security, and Cisco networking, with international transit via submarine cables to Milan and Tier 1 peering.

The business serves Malta-based regulated enterprises across four primary verticals: iGaming (MGA-licensed operators), banking and financial services (MFSA-regulated), blockchain/DLT/crypto (MDIA-certified), and corporate ICT. Differentiated offerings include MGA-compliant data replication servers, MDIA-compliant forensic node hosting, Session Border Controller as a Service (SBCaaS) for Microsoft Teams Phone interop, and Microsoft 365 Backup. Pricing is publicly disclosed for entry-level VPS (€58-€249/month) and backup tiers (€25-€90/month), while dedicated servers, IaaS, and hybrid deployments are quote-based.

Smart Cloud monetizes through recurring monthly subscriptions and managed services contracts, distributed exclusively via direct enterprise field sales and inside sales through the Melita Business brand with dedicated account managers and 24/7/365 on-site support under SLA. The company's value proposition centers on local Maltese data residency for EU and sector-specific regulatory compliance, fixed pricing without bill-shock, and the ability for customers to physically visit the data centre and support team. There are no AI, SaaS, or consumer products in the portfolio, and all operations remain confined to the Maltese market.

Name

Smart Cloud

Legal name

Melita Limited

Website

https://smartcloud.mt

Company type

Private

Founded year

2021

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Smart Cloud is a Malta-based B2B cloud hosting provider operated by Melita Limited and Smart Technologies Limited, serving regulated Maltese enterprises in iGaming, financial services, blockchain, and corporate ICT with VMware-based VPS, dedicated servers, backup, and co-location from Tier III data centres.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cloud Infrastructure Services

NAICS

Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (5182), Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (518210), Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151)

SIC

Services-Computer Rental & Leasing (7377), Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370), Services-Computer Processing & Data Preparation (7374)

akta.pro primary industry

Private Cloud Platforms (On‑Prem Cloud Stacks) (HDABABAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cloud On-Ramps & Direct Connect Services (HDABALAA), Industry/Vertical Cloud Platforms (e.g., Gov/Healthcare/Financial Cloud Regions) (HDABAAAL), Managed Application Platforms (App PaaS & Runtime Services) (HDABAAAD), Cloud & Infrastructure Support (Servers, Storage, Virtualization) (BPAAACAE)

Keywords

• Cloud hosting services
• Virtual private servers
• Dedicated server leasing
• Backup as a service
• Managed colocation

Headquarters

HQ city

Madliena

HQ country

Malta

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Cloud VPS and Hosting Services: Subscription-based cloud hosting with flexible resource allocation including Linux and Windows OS options. Immediate availability of compute and storage resources without capital expenditure on hardware.
2. Dedicated Server Leasing: Fully segregated physical infrastructure leasing with managed services. Hardware leasing models under SLA guaranteeing predictable costs.
3. Backup as a Service: Cost-effective backup solution hosted on flexible Cloud platform powered through Veeam Cloud Connect. Tiered storage options from 500GB to 2000GB.
4. Managed Services: Ongoing management and support services designed to maximise performance and reliability of customer IT setup, including configuration and hardware management.
5. Co-Location Services: Customers bring their own hardware to secure Data Centre facilities with power, cooling, bandwidth, and remote-hands accessibility.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Smart Cloud provides locally-hosted cloud infrastructure services from two Tier III data centres in Malta, including VMware-based Cloud VPS, dedicated bare metal servers, Veeam-powered Backup as a Service, and co-location facilities. The platform is tailored for regulated Malta-based enterprises—iGaming, banking/finance, and blockchain/DLT companies—requiring EU-compliant data residency, MDIA/MFSA/MGA licensing support, and predictable fixed-price subscription billing. All services are sold under strict SLAs with 24/7/365 on-site support.

Product overview

Smart Cloud is a cloud and hosting services platform combining the infrastructure and managed services expertise of Smart Technologies Ltd with the security, international connectivity, and uptime of Melita Data Centre facilities. The core portfolio consists of Cloud VPS (VMware-built virtual private servers), Dedicated Servers (bare metal as a service), Cloud Backup Solutions powered by Veeam Cloud Connect, and Co-Location services. These are complemented by add-on modules including Infrastructure as a Service, Hybrid Setup, Multi-Site Hosting, Session Border Controller as a Service (SBCaaS), Microsoft 365 Backup, and industry-specific solutions such as Forensic Node Hosting for blockchain/crypto companies (MDIA-compliant) and MGA-compliant data replication for iGaming companies. All services are hosted in locally in Malta across two Tier III specification data centres.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Cloud VPS A VMware-built virtual private server hosting service offering configurable compute and storage resources with immediate availability. Customers select RAM, CPU cores, and hard disc space to suit their needs, with encrypted disks and snapshot capabilities included. Available in Linux and Windows variants, sold as monthly subscriptions starting at €58/month.
• Dedicated Servers Fully-segregated physical server infrastructure offered as bare metal as a service. Hardware leasing includes configuration, management, and ongoing support under SLA, with options ranging from 2-core to 8-core CPU configurations supporting both Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Backup as a Service A Veeam Cloud Connect-powered backup solution providing encrypted object storage on locally-hosted private S3 buckets. Supports backup of virtual machines from private clouds, AWS, Azure, and GCP, as well as physical servers and workstations. Subscription pricing starts from €25/month for virtual machine backup plans.
• Co-Location Facility hosting service allowing customers to bring their own dedicated hardware to one of two Tier III specification data centres in Malta. Includes power supply, cooling, bandwidth, physical security with RFID access and 24/7 manned patrols, and full remote-hands accessibility.
• Session Border Controller as a Service (SBCaaS) A virtual cloud-based Session Border Controller hosted on SmartCloud infrastructure. Functions as a secure gateway appliance establishing encrypted communication tunnels between Melita's SIP trunk and Microsoft Teams Phone on Azure, handling secure transmission, routing, logging, and filtering of VoIP traffic.
• Microsoft 365 Backup Cloud-based backup solution for Microsoft 365 data hosted on Smart Cloud's platform, enabling customers to maintain control and protection of their M365 data.
• Forensic Node Hosting for Blockchain and Crypto Cost-effective replication servers and forensic nodes for Blockchain, VFA, DLT, and Crypto companies, designed to meet all MDIA security requirements, regulations, and guidelines for certification and licensing.
• MGA-Compliant Data Replication Hosting Hosting solutions for Malta Gaming Authority licence compliance, including replication servers and private racks that meet MGA requirements for data replication and inspection access.
• Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) Custom-designed end-to-end managed infrastructure solution comprising multiple servers, storage, redundant firewalls, and switches tailored to specific enterprise requirements.
• Hybrid Setup Combined deployment model leveraging on-demand Cloud VPS resources alongside dedicated servers to host specific applications or databases.
• Multi-Site Hosting Hosting service distributed across two distinct geographically-separated data centres in Malta, linked via secure fibre ring with optional Layer 2 connectivity to customer offices.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% local data storage in Malta ensuring EU regulatory compliance
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• VeeamcoreTechnology or IntegrationVeeam Cloud Connect powers Smart Cloud's Backup as a Service solution, providing encrypted cloud backup for Virtual Machines from private clouds, AWS, Azure, GCP, and physical environments.
• HP/Hewlett Packard EnterprisecoreTechnology or IntegrationHPE provides infrastructure and compute resources. Smart Cloud operates on HPE Morpheus platform for next-generation cloud capabilities.
• MicrosoftcoreTechnology or IntegrationMicrosoft provides cloud platform services including Azure integration for Microsoft 365 Backup and Teams Phone connectivity through SBCaaS.
• VMwarecoreTechnology or IntegrationVMware provides the underlying virtualization platform for Smart Cloud VPS services with customer choice of RAM, CPU cores and hard disc.
• FortinetcoreTechnology or IntegrationFortinet provides firewall and security solutions protecting Smart Cloud environment from cyber threats.
• CiscocoreTechnology or IntegrationCisco provides networking infrastructure and equipment for data centre operations and connectivity.
• Dell TechnologiescoreTechnology or IntegrationHardware infrastructure partner for servers and data centre equipment.
• Smart Technologies LimitedcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSmart Technologies Ltd provides infrastructure and managed services expertise combined with Melita Data Centre facilities to form Smart Cloud. ISO/IEC 27001 certified sub-processor.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• OVHcloud: European cloud infrastructure provider offering dedicated servers, private cloud (Hosted Private Cloud), and managed databases. Directly comparable to Smart Cloud's VPS and dedicated server offering with a similar value proposition around European data sovereignty.
• Scaleway: European cloud provider offering bare metal servers, virtual instances, and managed Kubernetes with a strong European data sovereignty positioning. Comparable to Smart Cloud on private cloud infrastructure and EU data residency framing.
• Leaseweb: Global hosting provider offering dedicated servers, private cloud, public cloud, and co-location across a worldwide network of data centres. Directly comparable in the IaaS and dedicated server space, with deeper global footprint than Smart Cloud.
• Continent 8 Technologies: Global managed hosting and connectivity provider focused on the iGaming and online gambling sector. Closely comparable to Smart Cloud in targeting MGA-regulated operators with co-location, dedicated servers, and compliance-ready hosting across multiple jurisdictions.
• Hetzner: Germany-based provider of dedicated servers, cloud servers, and managed hosting with competitive pricing. Comparable to Smart Cloud's dedicated server and VPS lines for SMB and developer customers, though without the regulated-industry specialization.

Broad incumbents

• Microsoft Azure: Global hyperscale cloud platform with Azure Virtual Machines and a deep enterprise ecosystem. Directly overlaps Smart Cloud's IaaS offerings and is integrated via the SBCaaS partnership for Microsoft Teams Phone connectivity.
• Google Cloud Platform: Global hyperscale cloud offering Compute Engine, persistent storage, and managed services. Competes broadly with Smart Cloud's VPS and dedicated server lines for enterprise compute workloads.
• AWS (Amazon Web Services): Global hyperscale cloud provider offering EC2, EBS, and a broad portfolio of cloud services. Competes with Smart Cloud in the broader IaaS category but at vastly larger scale; Smart Cloud differentiates via local data residency and regulated-vertical compliance.
• Equinix: Global data centre and interconnection operator with Tier III facilities worldwide. Comparable to Smart Cloud's co-location and Tier III infrastructure positioning, though at significantly larger scale and broader geographic reach.

Regional players

• Aruba Cloud: Italian cloud provider offering cloud servers, dedicated servers, and hosting with a strong Southern European footprint. Comparable infrastructure offering to Smart Cloud with similar European regulatory and data residency positioning.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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