F5 announced on January 13, 2026 that it is launching F5 NGINXaaS for Google Cloud, a fully‑managed, cloud‑native application delivery‑as‑a‑service solution that integrates the company’s Application Delivery and Security Platform with Google Cloud’s services.
The new offering consolidates load balancing, security, and observability into a single platform, allowing enterprises to eliminate tool sprawl and accelerate the deployment of modern, containerized applications. It leverages F5’s NGINX Plus technology and is available through the Google Cloud Marketplace, providing Layer 4 and Layer 7 load balancing, robust encryption, authentication, and over 200 real‑time metrics for observability.
Strategically, the partnership deepens F5’s integration with a major cloud provider and expands its cloud‑native portfolio. By targeting AI‑enabled applications and the growing adoption of multi‑cloud and edge architectures, the launch positions F5 to capture market share in a space where native cloud services and other ADCaaS vendors compete for enterprise customers seeking consolidated, managed solutions.
Management emphasized the value of the partnership: Chief Marketing Officer John Maddison said the collaboration “combines enhanced visibility with consistent, dynamic performance, empowering organizations to take full control of their cloud app environments while minimizing operational complexity.” Google Cloud’s Director of Security and Identity Partnerships Vineet Bhan added that the alliance “provides customers with advanced tools to protect data, maintain control, and innovate confidently in the era of AI.”
The launch is expected to accelerate F5’s cloud‑native revenue growth and strengthen its position as a key player in the AI‑driven application delivery market, while also providing a new channel for customer acquisition through Google Cloud’s ecosystem.
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