atNorth Announces Fully Operational Third Iceland Data Center, ICE03

atNorth has officially launched its third data centre in Iceland, ICE03. atNorth says the facility, constructed within a remarkable 11-month timeframe, is now fully operational with an initial capacity of 10 MW. This development marks a significant milestone for atNorth, as it expands its network to a total of six data centres across the region, with an additional site, FIN02, currently under construction in Finland.

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ICE03: Strategic Location and Advantages

The strategic positioning of ICE03 in Iceland, ranked among the top ten markets for data centre locations, offers numerous advantages. atNorth says Iceland, with its cool climate and access to a highly skilled workforce, is an ideal location for data centres.

Furthermore, the country’s energy supply is derived from 100 percent renewable hydro and geothermal sources. Iceland also benefits from robust connectivity, thanks to multiple undersea fibre optic cables connecting it to key destinations such as the UK, Ireland, North America, and mainland Scandinavia.

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Expansions Possibilities and Enhanced Security

ICE03 provides the flexibility for future expansions, potentially reaching a capacity of up to 50 MW. Its unique location, 250 km north of Reykjavik, sets it apart from the concentration of data centres in the capital and enhances its security and disaster recovery capabilities. According to the statement, atNorth, by diversifying the placement of its data centres, demonstrates its commitment to ensuring the highest levels of data protection and business continuity for its clients.