Broadband Tower

Basic Information

Stock Code
3776
Industry
Information and Communications
Category Detail
Systems & Software
Prefecture
Tokyo
Establishment Year
February 2000
Listing Year
August 2005
Official Website
https://www.bbtower.co.jp/
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Overview

Broadband Tower is a leading company in the information and communications industry, founded in 2000, with data center business and cloud and internet delivery services as its core pillars.

Current Situation

Broadband Tower recorded consolidated revenue of approximately ¥16.1 billion and operating profit exceeding ¥500 million in the fiscal year ended December 2020, maintaining a solid financial foundation. It operates high-performance GPU-compatible data centers at four locations in Tokyo and one in Osaka, with plans to open a new data center utilizing renewable energy in Ishikari, Hokkaido, in autumn 2026. In its cloud business, it focuses on supporting corporate digital transformation and has earned trust as an authorized sales agent for Dell Technologies' high-performance storage products. It became the first in Japan to obtain the STAR cloud security certification in 2014 and is actively working to reduce environmental impact. Since 2023, it has formed strategic partnerships in AI and IoT fields to expand next-generation digital infrastructure and customer base. In the medium to long term, it aims to expand business with consideration for sustainability and strengthen competitiveness in the high-value-added data center market.

Trivia

Interesting Facts

  • Operates multiple GPU Ready data centers in Tokyo
  • First in Japan to obtain STAR cloud security certification
  • Plans to deploy renewable energy-utilizing data center in Ishikari, Hokkaido
  • One of the leading domestic Dell Technologies storage product sales agents
  • Made Japan Cablecast a subsidiary in 2017 to expand services
  • c9 Flex series cloud services highly evaluated in the market
  • Actively pursuing business alliances in AI and IoT fields
  • Network line capacity of 730Gbps high-speed internet environment
  • Provides diverse security services with focus on safe operations
  • Originally established as Global Center Japan

Hidden Connections

  • Equity-method affiliate of Internet Comprehensive Research Institute with deep technological collaboration
  • Strong partnership with Dell Technologies expands product supply chain
  • Focus on video delivery business through consolidation with Japan Cablecast
  • Building environmentally advanced data center with Ishikari renewable energy data center in Ishikari, Hokkaido
  • First domestic company achievement in obtaining STAR cloud security certification
  • Ensures network diversity in customer services through DCI collaboration with @Tokyo
  • Alliance with HEROZ in AI/IoT fields to jointly develop future digital infrastructure
  • Strengthens storage security measures by handling Superna Eyeglass

Future Outlook

Growth Drivers

  • Expansion of environmentally considerate services utilizing renewable energy
  • Increasing demand for GPU-compatible data centers due to spread of AI and IoT
  • Increasing demand for cloud services from DX promotion in medium and small enterprises
  • Growing need for advanced security countermeasures services
  • Expansion of demand for high-performance storage domestically and internationally
  • Increasing demand for high-speed communications between multiple sites
  • Acceleration of technological innovation through collaboration with partner companies

Strategic Goals

  • Further expansion of acquisition of international standards such as ISO/IEC certifications
  • Achievement of over 90% renewable energy utilization rate
  • Capture of top domestic share in GPU-compatible data centers
  • Business expansion targeting cloud service revenue exceeding ¥30 billion
  • New service development and market development in AI and IoT fields
  • Strengthening data center deployment in major cities nationwide
  • Realization of sustainable business model and promotion of regional contribution activities

Business Segments

Data Center Operations

Overview
Operation of major domestic data centers boasting high reliability and performance.
Competitiveness
Compatibility with latest IT infrastructure such as GPU
Customers
  • Major IT companies
  • Cloud service providers
  • Web service companies
  • Financial institutions
  • Public institutions
  • Game development companies
  • Research institutions
Products
  • GPU-Compatible Data Center Services
  • Housing Services
  • Server Hosting

Cloud Service Provision

Overview
Provision of highly flexible cloud services to support DX initiatives.
Competitiveness
Optimized cloud for domestic businesses
Customers
  • Medium and small enterprises
  • SIers
  • System integrators
  • Startup companies
  • Educational institutions
Products
  • c9 Flex Series (Physical/Virtual Cloud)
  • Cloud Construction Support
  • DX Solutions

Storage Sales Agency Business

Overview
Sales agency business providing the latest storage products to the domestic market.
Competitiveness
Technical support by Dell authorized agent
Customers
  • IT-related companies
  • Information systems departments of major companies
  • ISPs
  • Data management companies
Products
  • Dell PowerScale
  • Superna Eyeglass
  • Scality RING
  • PowerProtect DP4400

Network Services

Overview
Provision of high-bandwidth network connection services and cloud integration.
Competitiveness
High-reliability, broadband network infrastructure
Customers
  • Major ISPs
  • Cloud providers
  • General companies
  • Data center customers
Products
  • dc.connect NeX
  • DCI Service
  • Internet Line Provision

Security Services

Overview
Diverse security services to protect safe and stable IT environments.
Competitiveness
Comprehensive security operations framework
Customers
  • Companies in general
  • Small and medium enterprises
  • Cloud-using companies
  • Financial sector
Products
  • Managed WAF
  • Vulnerability Assessment
  • Malware Countermeasures
  • Data Backup

MSP Monitoring and Operations Services

Overview
Managed service providing 24/7 monitoring and operational support.
Competitiveness
Responsive capabilities by specialized operations team
Customers
  • IT vendors
  • System operation companies
  • Cloud-adopting companies
Products
  • Monitoring Service Plus

Competitive Advantage

Strengths

  • Major data center operations in Tokyo and Kansai
  • Provision of high-performance GPU-compatible data centers
  • Authorized sales agent qualification for Dell Technologies products
  • First in Japan to obtain STAR cloud security certification
  • Stable financial base and steady profit securing
  • Active initiatives to reduce environmental impact
  • Deployment of broadband network services
  • Provision of comprehensive security services
  • Preparation of diverse cloud solutions
  • Strategic investments in cutting-edge technologies
  • Enrichment of customized services for customers
  • Strengthening collaboration in AI and IoT fields
  • High customer satisfaction and long-term contract rate
  • Promotion of sustainable management
  • Strong partnership network

Competitive Advantages

  • Domestic major operator equipped with GPU-compatible data centers
  • Ability to provide diverse lineup of Dell storage products
  • Reliability as the first domestic company to obtain cloud security certification
  • Rapid introduction and deployment capabilities for new technologies and services
  • Track record in reducing environmental impact through renewable energy
  • Possession of high-speed data linkage services between multiple data center sites
  • Flexible proposal and implementation capabilities in cloud solutions
  • Framework for providing comprehensive monitoring and security operations services
  • 対応 to wide customer base from small and medium enterprises to major companies
  • New service development capabilities responsive to market trends
  • Strong partnership channels within the industry
  • Talent development and retention with high technical expertise

Threats

  • Intensifying competition in the cloud market
  • Increasing market entry by major global companies
  • Burden of equipment investment due to rapid technological changes
  • Sophistication of new cyber attack risks
  • Risk of data center damage from natural disasters
  • Domestic labor market shortages and rising personnel costs
  • Diversification of customer needs and increasing sophistication of service requirements
  • Increasing operational costs due to regulatory strengthening

Innovations

2024: Full-scale launch of Ishikari renewable energy data center project

Overview
Construction started on a new GPU-compatible data center utilizing renewable energy in Ishikari City, Hokkaido.
Impact
Achieves both environmental impact reduction and high-performance service provision

2023: Business alliance with HEROZ in AI/IoT and digital infrastructure fields

Overview
Promoting development of next-generation digital infrastructure utilizing AI and IoT technologies.
Impact
Promotes new customer segment development and service diversification

2022: Launch of ransomware countermeasures solution

Overview
Began handling Superna's ransomware protection software 'Eyeglass' from Canada.
Impact
Enhances security and added value of storage products

2021: Start of practical use of renewable energy

Overview
Reduces data center environmental impact using RE100-compliant tracking FIT non-fossil certificates.
Impact
Realizes sustainable data center operations

2020: Start of data center interconnection service with @Tokyo

Overview
Connected both companies' data centers via DCI service to strengthen collaboration.
Impact
Expands high-bandwidth network services for customers

2024: Cloud service 'c9 Flex' obtains ISO/IEC 27017 certification

Overview
Compliant with international security standards in cloud field. Contributes to enhanced reliability.
Impact
Contributes to improved customer trust and market expansion

Sustainability

  • Active utilization of renewable energy and reduction of environmental impact
  • Promotion of energy-saving in data centers
  • Active acquisition and strengthening of environmental certification standards
  • Provision of sustainable IT infrastructure services
  • Ensuring transparency through publication of environmental reports