Data Center Investment News — 24/11/2023
WIOCC’s Open Access Data Centres to Launch New Capacity at Isando Data Centre
WIOCC is set to introduce new capacity at its Isando Data Centre, highlighting South Africa’s growing data infrastructure landscape.
Darren Bedford, Group Chief Business Development Officer at OADC’s holding company WIOCC Group, said: “This has been an incredible year and the traction we have obtained in the initial phase of this development has been such that the majority of the data centre is already occupied. Such has been the massive demand from customers of all sizes for additional access, that we have rapidly progressed the development of the second phase.”
This expansion emphasizes WIOCC’s commitment to providing open-access data solutions. The Isando Data Centre’s increased capacity aims to support businesses and foster digital growth in the region.
AWS, Google, and Microsoft to Invest $8.46Bn in Thailand
Tech giants AWS, Google, and Microsoft have announced a combined investment of $8.46 billion in Thailand.
Announcements of largescale investments by any of the mentioned parties are often shrouded in secrecy and any public release is done simultaneously by the companies and a given country’s government.
This substantial commitment reflects Thailand’s increasing importance in the global digital economy. The investment aims to boost Thailand’s digital infrastructure, foster innovation, and support the country’s digital transformation efforts.
Green Mountain to Open New Oslo Data Centre Expansion in 2024
Green Mountain is planning a new data centre expansion in Oslo, Norway, scheduled for launch in 2024. This expansion underlines Norway’s prominence in the European data centre market.
Svein Atle Hagaseth, CEO of Green Mountain, commented: “We are currently experiencing great demand for our services, and I am pleased to see that more and more international customers are looking to Norway and the Nordics for their data centre needs.”
Green Mountain’s new facility will provide advanced infrastructure, supporting businesses and initiatives in the region, and contributing to Norway’s digital progress.
Khazna Data Centres & Benya Group to Invest $250M in Egypt’s First Hyperscale Facility
Khazna Data Centres and Benya Group are investing $250 million in Egypt’s first hyperscale facility, marking a significant milestone in Egypt’s digital infrastructure development.
Hassan Alnaqbi, CEO of Khazna Data Centres, commented: “We are thrilled to mark this occasion with the signing of the Shareholders Agreement with Benya Group as we prepare to break ground on the first hyper-scale data centre in Egypt. This collaboration represents a pivotal step in our continued efforts to boost digital infrastructure not only in the UAE but also in the wider region, laying the groundwork for a technologically advanced future. The new data centre will provide crucial support to businesses in Egypt seeking to expand internationally, offering state-of-the-art solutions that cater to the needs of multinational corporations striving to grow and innovate in the Middle East and North African markets.”
This project highlights the country’s growing role in the data centre industry. The hyperscale facility will support Egypt’s digital ecosystem, fostering technological innovation and economic growth.
ACS to Develop 50MW Data Centre in Madrid, Spain
ACS is set to develop a 50MW data centre in Madrid, Spain, showcasing Spain’s emergence as a key data centre location in Europe.
ACS said the site has a 50MW supply of energy, and the data centre will begin operations in 2025. The land acquisition was done through ACS subsidiary Iridium Infrastructure from Acarno Partners.
This project signifies ACS’s commitment to enhancing Spain’s digital infrastructure. The new data centre will provide high-capacity services, supporting businesses and digital initiatives in the region.
Skybox Announces 300MW Build-to-Suit Campus in Dallas, Texas
Skybox has announced a 300MW build-to-suit campus in Dallas, Texas, USA, emphasizing the city’s significance in the data centre landscape.
“PowerCampus Dallas will raise the bar in the North Texas data centre market and beyond,” Rob Morris, CEO of Skybox Datacenters, told DCF. “This partnership brings together expertise in multiple disciplines that are critical for delivering significant capacity in this dynamic data centre market.”
This project underscores Skybox’s focus on large-scale data centre developments. The new campus will offer extensive services, supporting businesses and enterprises in the region.
Colt DCS Starts Construction of Third Frankfurt Data Centre
Colt DCS has commenced the construction of its third data center in Frankfurt, Germany, showcasing the city’s status as a key data center hub in Europe.
“We understand the imperative to provide digital businesses in Germany with the data storage and scalability they need to serve their customers optimally,” said Richard Wellbrock, VP of real estate at Colt DCS. “Germany’s robust digital infrastructure, supported by a dependable power grid and sophisticated telecommunications network, reinforces our commitment.”
This expansion reflects Colt DCS’s commitment to providing cutting-edge data solutions. The new data center will bolster Frankfurt’s digital infrastructure, catering to the region’s growing data needs.
Microsoft to Build Multiple Data Centres in Quebec, Canada
Microsoft has announced plans to build multiple data centres in Quebec, Canada, signifying the province’s growing prominence in the data centre industry.
“Today’s announcement builds on the extensive investments Microsoft has made in Quebec and is just the latest example of our deep commitment to this province,” said Chris Barry, president of Microsoft Canada. “These investments will not only provide Quebec’s private and public sector organizations with more capacity and added resiliency to transform operations but will also enable a trusted and secure foundation to scale solutions faster to market and compete globally, securing Quebec’s future in the digital economy.”
This initiative showcases Microsoft’s commitment to expanding its data centre footprint. The new centres will provide advanced services, supporting businesses and digital initiatives in Quebec.
Raxio Launches Data Centre in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Raxio has launched a data centre in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, marking a significant milestone in Ethiopia’s data infrastructure development.
Bewket Taffere, general manager of Raxio in Ethiopia, said: “The launch of our flagship facility in Addis Ababa represents a major milestone in our journey at Raxio, and for our country. Our Tier III certification is testament to the caliber of solutions we are providing and delivers our customers with the assurances they require that their equipment is in the best possible hands.”
This launch demonstrates Ethiopia’s growing position in the African data center landscape. Raxio’s data centre will support Ethiopia’s digital growth, fostering innovation and economic development.
EdgeEnergy to Build Data Centre in New Albany, Ohio
EdgeEnergy has announced plans to build a data centre in New Albany, Ohio, USA, highlighting Ohio’s increasing role in the data centre market.
Construction is currently set to begin in January 2024, and to be completed by March 2025.
Edged Energy uses a cooling system from the company ThermalWorks, described as an “ultra-efficient cooling system that supports the dense AI-driven loads that are reshaping the IT industry without consuming water.”
This project emphasizes EdgeEnergy’s focus on sustainable data solutions. The new data centre will offer environmentally friendly services, supporting businesses and digital initiatives in the region.