Virtus Announces New Data Centre Campus in Saunderton, UK

Virtus Data Centres (Virtus), part of the ST Telemedia Global Data Centres Group, announced plans this week for a new state-of-the-art data center campus in Buckinghamshire, UK. Virtus said this new campus would be developed on a recently acquired 50-acre freehold plot in Saunderton, Buckinghamshire, close to the existing data center hub of Slough, west of London.

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AI-Driven Infrastructure

“This strategic initiative is in direct response to the rapidly evolving needs of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and marks a significant leap forward in delivering AI-ready, mega-scale, high-capacity data infrastructure,” Virtus said.

According to the company, the current design comprises four data centers with a combined IT capacity of 75 MW. The site has received planning approval and is cleared for construction, which is due to commence in Q4 2024. The facility is expected to be ready for service in Q2 2026. Additionally, the Virtus Saunderton campus has a National Grid contract for 120 MVA, the company said.

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Commitment to the UK market

Virtus emphasizes with this announcement its commitment to the UK market, alongside European expansion in Berlin with two campus locations – Marienpark and Wustermark – addressing the evolving requirements of customers.

Commenting on the announcement, Virtus said, “The acquisition of this new 50-acre campus is a significant step in VIRTUS’ strategic growth plans. It demonstrates our ongoing commitment to provide advanced data centre facilities in the UK, whilst also expanding our operations in Europe.”