atNorth has secured a 30-hectare plot in Hamre Industripark, Långsele, Sweden, for a new “mega site” data center. This location, a five-and-a-half-hour drive from Stockholm, has been meticulously selected for its strategic infrastructure, substantial energy capacity, cool climate, renewable energy resources, and access to a skilled workforce. Johan Andersson, chair of the municipal executive committee, highlighted the project as a significant opportunity to bolster the region’s innovative development. He noted that the new site would not only create jobs but also attract further technological investments to the region. atNorth’s CEO, Eyjólfur Magnús Kristinsson, has emphasized the site’s crucial role in meeting the growing demand for sustainable infrastructure.
The new data center will serve as a complement to atNorth’s existing facility in Stockholm, which is already known for supporting high-density workloads and employing advanced liquid cooling technology for effective heat recovery. The upcoming facility in Långsele is poised to mimic this high-efficiency approach, leveraging advanced technology and the region’s renewable resources to provide clean, sustainable data services. This expansion follows atNorth’s recent upgrades to its facilities in Iceland, where they increased capacity at ICE02 and ICE03, reinforcing their commitment to environmentally responsible growth. The new project aligns with atNorth’s broader strategy of scaling operations responsibly while maximizing the use of renewable energy and state-of-the-art technologies for efficient data center solutions.
For atNorth, this expansion into Sweden is a monumental step toward establishing a significant foothold in the European data center market. The choice of Långsele reflects a broader industry trend of situating data centers in areas with favorable climates and access to renewable energy, which can significantly reduce operational costs and carbon footprints. This strategic move not only supports atNorth’s vision for a sustainable future but also underscores their dedication to innovating and integrating green technologies to meet today’s complex data demands. By staying committed to such principles, atNorth aims to continue setting new standards in the data center industry.