Data Centre Magazine February 2025 | Page 111

EXECUTIVE INSIGHT
NEW MADRID DATA CENTRE BY EDGNEX DATA CENTERS BY DAMAC : THE NUMBERS
DAMAC Properties acquired its new Madrid site from real estate private equity manager ActivumSG

€ 400m ( US $ 434m ) first investment

22,000 square metre facility

2026 expected to commence operations

60 % powered by renewable sources

40MW committed power

10km from Madrid International Airport

Our Madrid facility exemplifies this flexibility , featuring modular designs that support both large-scale and customised configurations . From wholesale colocation to fully managed services , we offer scalable solutions for businesses of all sizes . Spain ’ s commitment to renewable energy , with 60 % of its power sourced from renewables , aligns seamlessly with our sustainability goals .
Strategically located just five kilometres from an Internet Exchange and 10 kilometres from the airport , the Madrid facility boasts exceptional connectivity and infrastructure . With 40 megawatts ( MW ) of committed power from two substations set for delivery within two years , it offers an unparalleled combination of reliable power and robust fibre connectivity .
Acquired from real estate private equity manager ActivumSG , the 22,000 square-metre facility is slated to commence operations by 2026 . This marks a significant milestone in DAMAC ’ s expansion across Spain and strengthens our position as a leading global data centre operator . Outside the FLAP-D markets ( Frankfurt , London , Amsterdam , Paris and Dublin ), Madrid is emerging as a key data centre market , with a dynamic landscape and strong growth
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