Salesforce.com and VMware have partnered to create a new enterprise Java cloud called VMforce.

VMforce would help the 6 million enterprise Java developers develop applications on cloud. It would also enable Java developers to tap into all Force.com platform services.

“Enterprise Java developers, welcome to Cloud 2," said Marc Benioff, chairman and CEO, salesforce.com. "This fundamental shift incorporates cloud computing, real-time collaboration and mobile devices like the iPad to meet the new needs of the enterprise,"  he added.

The VMware press release offers more details on the VMforce