Data centers are becoming the backbone of the digital infrastructure worldwide, with significant investments pouring into the development of new facilities across different regions. The demand for data centers remains strong, fueled by the increasing reliance on cloud services, AI integration, and the need for robust digital storage solutions.
**North American Data Center Deals:**
In the North American region, several key developments have been announced in the past month. Cologix completed its fourth data center in Columbus, Ohio, which is touted as the first AI-ready colocation facility in the region. The company’s expansion adds to its already impressive portfolio of four data centers in Columbus, totaling 500,000 sq.ft and 80 MW of power.
DataBank dedicated its new Orangeburg Data Center Campus in New York State, with plans to open the 30 MW ‘LGA3’ facility in early 2025. Meta has been named as the company looking to build new data centers in Davenport, Iowa, and Cheyenne, Wyoming. Additionally, Microsoft is set to invest $1 billion in a new data center in La Porte, Indiana.
**European Data Center Developments:**
Europe is witnessing a construction boom in secondary markets, with a record 273 MW of new capacity expected this year. Prime Data Centers announced plans to develop a 40 MW data center in Madrid, Spain, while Amazon Web Services (AWS) is investing €15.7 billion in data centers in Spain’s Aragon region. Solaria has entered the data center market with 155 MW of capacity.
In Amsterdam, the PvV data center underwent a €19 million refurbishment, enhancing its efficiency and operational capabilities. Google is planning a €1 billion expansion of its data center in Finland to leverage green energy sources.
**Asia-Pacific Data Centers Builds:**
Google is investing $2 billion in Malaysia to develop its first data center and cloud facility in the country. Singapore and South Korea are also ramping up their power allocations for data centers as demand surges. LG Uplus is building a new data center in Paju, South Korea, while Gaw Capital acquired a property in Fuchu City, Japan, and Airtrunk opened its second data center in Tokyo.
**Middle East and Africa Data Center Investments:**
Raxio Group opened its first facility in Mozambique as part of a $290 million investment strategy in Africa. Iozera signed an agreement with the Moroccan government to establish a 386 MW data center and AI hub in Tétouan. Google is constructing the undersea fiber optic cable Umoja, connecting Africa with Australia for improved internet access. Microsoft and G42 are collaborating on a $1 billion geothermal-powered data center in Kenya to boost cloud computing capacity in East Africa.
The continuous expansion and development of data centers globally highlight the critical role they play in supporting the digital economy and the growing digital infrastructure needs of businesses and consumers. The influx of investments and advancements in technology underscore the ongoing evolution and importance of data centers in the modern era.
Article: New Data Center Developments in June 2024
Website: Data Center Knowledge
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This article from Data Center Knowledge provides updates on new data center developments in June 2024. It covers the latest trends and projects in the industry, focusing on construction and growth in the data center sector. This resource is valuable for professionals and enthusiasts interested in data center power and infrastructure.