DIGITAL INFRASTRUCTURE
Sovereign Cloud Services
IaaS, Managed Kubernetes, VDI, File Storage & Backup as a Service
hosted in EXEO-operated data centers.
What is EXEO Sovereign Cloud
EXEO Sovereign Cloud is a fully managed cloud platform operated exclusively across EXEO-owned data centers in Paris (France), Beirut, and Kesrouan (Lebanon). Unlike hyperscaler infrastructure, it is built for organizations that require data residency, regulatory compliance, or operational sovereignty with no dependency on AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
The platform delivers five managed services: virtual machine hosting (IaaS), Managed Kubernetes, File Storage as a Service, Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI), and Backup as a Service — all operated 24×7 by EXEO engineers.
Benefits of EXEO Sovereign Cloud
Enterprise virtual machine hosting services have become increasingly popular in recent years and for a good reason. This technology offers a wide range of benefits to businesses of all sizes, including:
Savings
By using virtual machine hosting, your business can avoid the high costs associated with purchasing and maintaining physical hardware. Instead, you can simply rent the virtual machines you need from a hosting provider such as Exeo, paying only for the resources you use.
Performance
By isolating each virtual machine from the others, each VM has the resources it needs to perform at its best. VMs get 10Gbps local connectivity and our backbone runs on 40Gbps
Security
By isolating each virtual machine from the others, risk of a security breach affecting multiple VMs is reduced.
Flexibility
By leveraging the power of cloud computing, businesses can quickly and easily scale their computing resources up or down as needed without the need for significant investments in new hardware. This allows businesses to stay competitive and responsive to changing market conditions while also minimizing costs and reducing risk.
Scalability
Easily add or remove VMs as needed and get the scalability needed to grow the business.
EXEO Sovereign Cloud Platform
Platform-Level Inclusions - All Services
Fault Tolerance
Each virtual machine is replicated across two distinct physical hosts.
DDOS IP Protection
We us global detectors and scrubbing centers that recognize and protect VMs from volumetric- and protocol-based DDoS attacks.
Managed Firewall
All VMs benefit from the layer 3/4 protection of a managed firewall and denial of service protection.
Bastion - Secure Access
Admin access to the VMs is done through a bastion service with optional session recording.
Services available as an option
Managed Service
Monitoring and administration of your workloads 24x7 by an expert team of CloudOps and SRE Engineers.
Managed Security
Prevent intrusions and malware and protect your workloads from malicious behaviour, managed 24x7.
Managed Backup
Protect the data in your VM with a fully managed and encrypted at source with client keys cloud to cloud backup service.
Our Services
IaaS / Virtual Machines
Isolated VMs with dedicated CPU, RAM, and storage. Each VM runs on redundant physical hosts with 10Gbps local connectivity. Choose your OS, scale on demand.
Managed Kubernetes
Container orchestration and full lifecycle management on sovereign infrastructure. Multi-tenant isolation, auto-scaling, and 24x7 operational support by EXEO CloudOps engineers.
File Storage as a Service
Shared, scalable sovereign file storage. Accessible via NFS or S3-compatible protocols. Data remains within your chosen jurisdiction at all times.
Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI)
Persistent and non-persistent virtual desktops hosted in EXEO data centers. Designed for regulated industries requiring desktop data sovereignty (finance, legal, public sector).
Backup as a Service
Fully managed, encrypted-at-source backup with client-managed keys and cross-site replication across EXEO data centers.
Configure your Sovereign Cloud environment
Configure the desired virtual machine specification.
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EXEO SERVICES
Why choose EXEO Sovereign Cloud
Managed
All our virtual machines have a managed service option that includes 24x7 monitoring and administration.
Secure
All our virtual machines have a managed security service option that includes cybersecurity protection and 24x7 monitoring for detection of anomalies.
Sovereign
Hosted exclusively across EXEO-operated data centers. No hyperscaler dependency. Data stays within your chosen jurisdiction, with a cloud stack built in Europe.
Cost Effective
Our price per service is among the most cost-competitive of its category.
Multi-Site
Three EXEO-operated data centers across France and Lebanon enable cross-site replication, geographic redundancy, and jurisdiction-specific data placement in a single managed platform.
EXEO Managed VM Hosting vs. Unmanaged Public Cloud
Here is a comparison of EXEO's Managed VM Hosting versus standard unmanaged public cloud providers:
| Feature | EXEO Managed VM Hosting | Unmanaged Public Cloud (AWS / Azure / GCP) |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing & Billing | ✔ Predictable, fixed monthly costs | ✖ Fluctuating, complex usage-based billing |
| IT Support | ✔ 24/7 proactive human support included | ✖ Basic ticketing; expensive premium support tiers |
| Infrastructure Management | ✔ Fully managed (OS patching, monitoring, backups) | ✖ Self-service (Shared Responsibility Model) |
| Data Sovereignty & Security | ✔ Strict local compliance, dedicated security layers | ✖ Complex configurations required by the user |
| Setup & Migration | ✔ End-to-end guided migration by EXEO experts | ✖ Do-It-Yourself (DIY) migration tools |
Data Center Footprint & Data Sovereignty
To ensure strict data residency and regulatory compliance, EXEO exclusively operates its Sovereign Cloud across three fully owned and managed data centers:
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Paris, France (European Union): Ensuring complete GDPR compliance and European data sovereignty.
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Beirut, Lebanon (Middle East): Providing localized, high-performance infrastructure for the MENA region.
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Kesrouan, Lebanon (Middle East): Delivering geographic redundancy, failover, and disaster recovery within the country.
Paris, FRANCE
Uptime Institute, Tier 3 Certified.
BEIRUT, LEBANON
Uptime Institute, Tier 3 Certified.
KEsserwan, LEBANON
Uptime Institute, Tier 4 Certified.
Cloud Service Provider Hosting Services FAQ
Why choose EXEO for Virtual Machine hosting?
EXEO provides fully managed, enterprise-grade Virtual Machine (VM) hosting designed for high performance and security. Unlike unmanaged public clouds, EXEO delivers tailored infrastructure, predictable pricing without hidden fees, and proactive monitoring to ensure your business operations run smoothly 24/7.
Is EXEO's VM hosting secure and compliant?
Yes. Security is built into the core of EXEO’s hosting infrastructure. We prioritize data sovereignty, strict access controls, and comprehensive backup strategies to ensure your data remains secure, compliant with local regulations like GDPR, and protected against modern cyber threats.
What level of support is included with EXEO VM hosting?
Every EXEO VM hosting plan includes comprehensive, expert IT support. Our dedicated Managed Services Provider (MSP) team handles maintenance, patching, performance tuning, and troubleshooting, allowing your internal team to focus on strategic business goals rather than infrastructure management.
How does EXEO compare to public clouds like AWS or Azure?
While hyperscalers like AWS or Azure provide raw infrastructure, EXEO provides a complete, managed partnership. We offer highly predictable monthly costs, personalized architecture design, and dedicated human support, eliminating the complexity and unpredictable billing often associated with unmanaged public cloud providers.
Where is my data stored?
Your data is hosted exclusively in EXEO-operated data centers in Paris (France), Beirut, and Kesrouan (Lebanon). No data is processed or stored on hyperscaler infrastructure. You choose which site or combination of sites your workloads run on.
How does EXEO Sovereign Cloud compare to AWS or Azure for compliance?
Hyperscalers operate under US jurisdiction, which can create compliance exposure for regulated industries under GDPR, French data sovereignty requirements, or Lebanese data residency obligations. EXEO Sovereign Cloud keeps your data within a defined, auditable perimeter operated by a single European-headquartered entity, certified ISO 27001, ISO 27017, ISO 27701, and SOC-2 Type 2.
What SLAs apply?
All services are covered by SLA-backed availability commitments with 24×7 monitoring and incident response by EXEO engineers. Specific SLA terms are provided per service in your service agreement.
Can I combine multiple services on the same platform?
Yes. IaaS, Managed Kubernetes, VDI, File Storage, and Backup as a Service all run on the same sovereign infrastructure and can be combined in a single managed environment. This avoids the complexity and cost of managing multiple providers.
Is the underlying cloud stack itself sovereign?
Yes. The virtualization and orchestration layer is built on European-origin technology with no dependency on US-controlled hypervisor platforms. This is a key differentiator for clients pursuing SecNumCloud-aligned or equivalent sovereign cloud positioning.
