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Vates and VyOS Networks announce strategic partnership to develop advanced network solutions for Vates VMS

Press release Jan 29, 2025

Grenoble, France and Madrid, Spain – Jan. 29th, 2025– We at Vates are excited to announce our strategic partnership with VyOS Networks, a renowned provider of open-source network operating systems. This collaboration aims to develop a cutting-edge network solution for Vates VMS, combining VyOS’s network specialization with our virtualization expertise. This collaboration enables us to bring advanced features found in solutions like VMware NSX directly into the Vates stack, providing our clients with cutting-edge networking capabilities integrated with our virtualization expertise.

A vision for the future

In today’s landscape, seamless integration and robust network capabilities are essential. Our partnership with VyOS Networks is committed to delivering a solution that not only meets but exceeds the demands of modern enterprises. By leveraging the strengths of both companies, we aim to create an unparalleled network solution that enhances the functionality and performance of Vates VMS.

Combining strengths for superior solutions

With our extensive experience in virtualization, Vates brings a deep understanding of creating scalable and efficient virtual machine solutions. VyOS Networks, known for its specialization in network operating systems, contributes its expertise in developing secure, reliable, and high-performance networking capabilities. Together, we will create a network solution that offers superior performance, security, and flexibility.

About Vates

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Based in Grenoble, France, Vates is a pioneer in open-source virtualization, providing enterprise-grade solutions with a focus on security, performance, and flexibility. Our Virtualization Management Stack (VMS) is designed to offer businesses a robust platform for managing virtual environments, ensuring high availability and scalability. At the core of Vates VMS is the XCP-ng platform, a powerful engine based on the Xen Project, known for its scalability and high security standards. The Xen Orchestra Appliance, part of our stack, provides a user-friendly interface for managing and backing up virtual machines. Additionally, XOSTOR offers hyperconverged storage, and XO Proxy ensures efficient backup management in distributed environments​.

We are dedicated to open-source principles, actively contributing to projects hosted by the Linux Foundation, such as XAPI and Xen. Our turnkey solution simplifies virtualization management, enhances operational efficiency, and scales with business needs, supported by enterprise-level support packages​​.

About VyOS Networks

VyOS Networks is a leading provider of open-source network operating systems. VyOS Software is a versatile, open-source network operating system based on Debian GNU/Linux, which combines VPN, routing, and firewall capabilities into a unified platform. VyOS Networks Software supports a wide range of networking protocols and features, including IPsec, OpenVPN, firewall and NAT, DHCP, and DNS services.

It is highly customizable and can be deployed on physical hardware, virtual machines, and major cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud​. VyOS Software also offers high availability through VRRP for IPv4 and IPv6, along with automation-friendly features supporting APIs and configuration management tools like Ansible and Terraform. This makes VyOS software a robust choice for enterprises seeking scalable and flexible network solutions.

A competitive edge

Our collaboration with VyOS Networks is poised to offer a robust alternative to existing solutions in the market, particularly VMware NSX. The new network solution will provide enterprises with the tools they need to manage their virtual environments effectively while ensuring optimal network performance and security. Key features are expected to include advanced routing, firewall capabilities, VPN support, and seamless integration with Vates VMS.

Statements from leadership

Olivier Lambert, CEO of Vates, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership:

“We are excited to partner with VyOS Networks, a leader in the network operating system space. This collaboration is a significant step towards our goal of providing a comprehensive virtualization solution that meets the complex needs of our clients. It also aligns perfectly with our commitment to leveraging open-source solutions and expanding our ecosystem by partnering with projects like VyOS. Instead of building everything from scratch without the right expertise, we are joining forces with specialists to deliver a product that truly stands out in the market.”

Yuriy Andamasov, CEO of VyOS said:

We appreciate Olivier Lambert’s confidence in this partnership and are equally thrilled to join forces with Vates. By combining our expertise in network operating systems with Vates’ robust virtualization platform, we’re laying the groundwork for a powerful, open-source solution that streamlines complex IT needs. This collaboration exemplifies how focusing on open standards and specialized partnerships leads to innovations that truly benefit end users.

Contact information

For more information, please contact:

Vates
Marc-André PEZIN - CMO
marc.pezin@vates.tech

VyOS Networks
Santiago Blanquet - Growth Director
yago.blanquet@vyos.io

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Marc-André Pezin

CMO at Vates since 2017, I have been at the forefront of shaping and advancing the communication strategies and business development initiatives for Vates Virtualization Management Stack.