HAVANT, United Kingdom, Jan. 8, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Xyratex Ltd (Nasdaq: XRTX), a leading provider of data storage technology, today announced it has debuted a new corporate website and logo. The new look and feel of Xyratex, which can be found at the same URL as before, are the latest milestones in the company's strategy to evolve with and continue to thrive in existing and new markets.

In addition to the new image, visitors to the Xyratex website will notice several new features: a simpler architecture and site navigation will make for an easier-to-use site and a more informative, interactive user experience; and more multimedia assets will be featured throughout the site. Also, a new "MyXyratex" portal will be added soon that will enable customers and partners to establish profiles, engage with Xyratex staff across various departments, find and bookmark frequently used documents, access relevant news and more.

"The data storage industry has undergone considerable change, as Cloud and Big Data have emerged and High Performance Computing has become more mainstream. In addition, enterprise data storage continually requires new solutions to old problems," said Steve Barber, CEO of Xyratex. "We have a long history in data storage, and have demonstrated our ability to anticipate, understand and proactively adapt to change and successfully serve our customers and expand into new markets. I believe our strategic plan positions us to leverage our significant expertise across a wide range of data storage elements, from disk drives to enterprise storage platforms."

From disk drive processing to storage and HPC, Xyratex has emerged over the years as a worldwide data storage industry leader:

• Xyratex technology has been used in the production of more than half of all disk  drives in use worldwide, and every major drive manufacturer works with Xyratex to meet today's demanding technology and productivity requirements;
• Rated the #1 supplier of disk storage systems to the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) community by IDC, the company's enterprise-class data storage systems feature a range of advanced, scalable data storage platforms; and
• Xyratex' best-in-class ClusterStor™ family of data storage solutions delivers the fastest and most reliable HPC, Big Data and Cloud storage on the market today.

Xyratex continues to invest in developing new and innovative technological solutions to meet emerging data storage demands in these and other markets. The company works closely with its partners and customers to develop integrated approaches to the design, development and production of technology solutions. Building on its portfolio of 370 storage related patents, Xyratex is engaged in research partnerships with leading academic institutions around the world, enabling collaborative development of new technologies and talent to help meet future needs.

About Xyratex
Xyratex is a leading provider of data storage technology, including modular solutions for the enterprise data storage industry and hard disk drive (HDD) capital equipment for the HDD industry. Xyratex enterprise data storage platforms provide a range of advanced, scalable data storage solutions for the Original Equipment Manufacturer and High Performance Computing communities. As the largest capital equipment supplier to the HDD industry, Xyratex enables disk drive manufacturers and their component suppliers to meet today's technology and productivity requirements. Xyratex has over 25 years of experience in research and development relating to disk drives, storage systems and manufacturing process technology.

Founded in 1994 in an MBO from IBM, and with headquarters in the United Kingdom, Xyratex has an established global base with R&D and operational facilities in North America, Asia and Europe.

SOURCE Xyratex Ltd