Xebia Enables European Organizations to Adopt the AWS European Sovereign Cloud

Xebia is an AWS Digital Sovereignty Competency Partner that helps European organizations assess, design, migrate, and operate workloads on the AWS European Sovereign Cloud.

Following the launch of the AWS European Sovereign Cloud, Xebia can now actively support regulated and compliance-driven organizations in adopting a fully sovereign AWS environment that meets strict EU requirements for data residency, operational autonomy, and regulatory compliance.

Xebia Supports Adoption of the AWS European Sovereign Cloud

Xebia, a global digital transformation consultancy and AWS Premier Partner, welcomes the launch of the AWS European Sovereign Cloud and confirms its readiness to support organizations exploring and adopting this new sovereign cloud environment.

As an AWS Digital Sovereignty Competency Partner, Xebia provides advisory, implementation, and operational services for organizations that want to deploy workloads on the AWS European Sovereign Cloud. This enables customers to combine cloud innovation with strong guarantees around sovereignty, compliance, and risk management.

With the AWS European Sovereign Cloud now available, Xebia can actively support European organizations in translating sovereignty requirements into concrete architectural, operational, and governance decisions.

What Is the AWS European Sovereign Cloud?

The AWS European Sovereign Cloud is a fully independent cloud infrastructure operated entirely within the European Union. It is governed by EU-based legal entities and staffed exclusively by EU residents.

The platform is designed to meet Europe’s most stringent requirements for:

 At the same time, the AWS European Sovereign Cloud provides access to a broad portfolio of AWS services, allowing organizations to modernize applications, data platforms, and digital services without compromising on sovereignty.

For many European organizations, especially in regulated industries such as financial services, healthcare, insurance, energy, and the public sector, this represents a fundamental shift. Sovereign cloud is no longer theoretical; it is now an enterprise-grade, deployable cloud environment.

How Xebia Supports the AWS European Sovereign Cloud

Xebia’s role in the AWS European Sovereign Cloud builds on its recognition as an AWS Digital Sovereignty Competency Partner, validating deep expertise in sovereignty-aligned cloud delivery.

As a digital sovereignty partner for AWS, Xebia supports organizations across the full lifecycle:

Sovereignty Exploration and Advisory

Xebia helps organizations assess regulatory exposure, data sovereignty requirements, and suitability for the AWS European Sovereign Cloud.

Architecture and Landing Zone Design

Xebia designs cloud foundations and landing zones that align with EU sovereignty principles while enabling scalability, security, and innovation.

Migration and Modernization

Xebia supports the migration of existing workloads and the development of new digital platforms within a sovereign cloud context.

Security, Governance, and Operations

Xebia implements controls for identity, access, encryption, monitoring, and governance to ensure compliance, resilience, and long-term operational autonomy.

This positions Xebia as a practical execution partner, moving beyond explaining sovereign cloud concepts to delivering them in real-world enterprise environments.

Benefits of the AWS European Sovereign Cloud for Customers

With the AWS European Sovereign Cloud now available, organizations no longer need to choose between innovation and sovereignty. Together, AWS and Xebia enable customers to:

Xebia is already working with clients to explore concrete use cases for the AWS European Sovereign Cloud, ranging from regulated data platforms to mission-critical digital services.

What’s Next for Sovereign Cloud in Europe

As sovereign cloud adoption accelerates across Europe, Xebia will continue to expand its digital sovereignty services in close alignment with AWS.

The launch of the AWS European Sovereign Cloud is a key milestone but also the starting point for organizations ready to take the next step in secure, compliant, and future-proof cloud adoption.

For more information on how Xebia can support your organization with the AWS European Sovereign Cloud, visit: https://xebia.com/cloud-data-modernization/cloud-sovereignty/

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the AWS European Sovereign Cloud?

The AWS European Sovereign Cloud is a fully independent cloud infrastructure operated entirely within the European Union. It is designed to meet strict EU requirements for data residency, operational autonomy, security, and regulatory compliance, while offering a broad range of AWS services.

How is the AWS European Sovereign Cloud different from existing AWS Regions in Europe?

Unlike existing AWS Regions, the European Sovereign Cloud operates with complete operational separation. It is governed by EU-based legal entities, staffed exclusively by EU residents, and designed so that data, metadata, identity management, and operational controls remain within the EU at all times.

Who is the AWS European Sovereign Cloud intended for?

The European Sovereign Cloud is intended for organizations with elevated regulatory, compliance, or risk requirements, such as those in financial services, healthcare, insurance, energy, and the public sector, as well as any organization seeking stronger guarantees around data sovereignty and operational independence.

What role does Xebia play in the AWS European Sovereign Cloud?

Xebia is an AWS Digital Sovereignty Competency Partner that provides advisory, design, implementation, and operational services for organizations adopting the AWS European Sovereign Cloud. Xebia helps translate sovereignty requirements into practical cloud architectures, governance models, and operating practices.

How can Xebia support organizations exploring the European Sovereign Cloud?

Xebia supports organizations across the full journey, including:

This enables organizations to move from exploration to execution with confidence.

Does the AWS European Sovereign Cloud limit access to AWS services?

Although the European Sovereign Cloud provides access to a broad portfolio of AWS services, not all AWS services are available at the moment. View a full list of available services here.

Can existing AWS workloads be migrated to the European Sovereign Cloud?

Yes. Xebia helps organizations assess workload suitability and design phased, risk-aware migration strategies aligned with business and regulatory priorities.

How does this help organizations balance innovation and compliance?

The AWS European Sovereign Cloud allows organizations to use cloud-native services without compromising on data residency, operational control, or regulatory obligations. Xebia ensures innovation is delivered within clearly defined sovereignty and governance boundaries.

Is the AWS European Sovereign Cloud available now?

Yes. The first European Sovereign Cloud Region is live in Germany, with further expansion planned across Europe. Xebia is already supporting clients in evaluating and preparing for adoption.

How do I get started with the AWS European Sovereign Cloud with Xebia?

Organizations can engage Xebia for an initial sovereignty and cloud readiness assessment to determine suitability, define next steps, and design a path toward adoption of the AWS European Sovereign Cloud.