Brazil Emerges as a Key Hub for Data Centers
A New Frontier for Data Storage
Brazil is rapidly transforming into a major hub for data centers, with investments projected to reach billions of dollars in the coming years. This surge is largely driven by the exponential growth of artificial intelligence and the constraints faced by larger markets in the U.S. and Europe.
Companies Investing in Brazil’s Data Center Sector
Several companies are already investing heavily in Brazil’s data center sector. One such company is Ascenty, which operates 34 data centers in Latin America and is seeking a minority partner to fund further expansion in Brazil. Ascenty is controlled by global investment firm Brookfield Asset Management and U.S.-based Digital Realty.
Grupo FS Enters the Data Center Market
Brazilian cybersecurity firm Grupo FS is making its debut in the data center sector with plans to invest $1.8 billion to establish three data centers in Brazil. According to owner Alberto Leite, the country’s political stability, renewable energy resources, and growing local demand are key factors driving this investment.
Equinix Expands in Brazil
Equinix, a global digital infrastructure firm, is expanding its operations in the states of São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. Eduardo Carvalho, Latin America’s managing director, stated that the company is committed to meeting the growing demand for data storage in Brazil.
ODATA’s Steady Expansion
ODATA, acquired by Aligned Data Centers in 2023, is also expanding rapidly due to growing demand in Brazil. The states of Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo are key areas for investment, said Fernando Jaeger, director of new businesses. ODATA operates data centers in Chile, Colombia, Mexico, and the US.
Tecto’s Ambitious Expansion Plans
Tecto, the data center business unit of V.tal, controlled by Brazilian bank BTG, has announced plans to construct a hyperscale data center in the state of São Paulo. The project, powered by 100% renewable energy, has an initial investment of $1 billion and will have a total capacity of 200MW. Tecto is also present in other Brazilian states and in Colombia.
Elea Data Centers: A Leader in Renewable Energy
Elea Data Centers covers all major cities in Brazil, including the Rio-São Paulo axis, and operates entirely on renewable energy. Elea’s data centers are distributed across the Southeast, South, and Central West regions of the country, making it a leader in sustainable data storage solutions.
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