Colt Technologies: London 6 Data Center

The Colt London 6 Data Centre is a planned, next‑generation facility operated by Colt Data Centre Services (Colt DCS), located on the London Hayes Campus in West London, United Kingdom. As part of Colt’s strategic hyperscale expansion, London 6 will deliver up to 27 MW of IT power across nine 1,000 m² data halls, contributing to a total campus IT capacity of 160 MW upon completion. Positioned in Hayes, this facility benefits from proximity to the Slough digital hub, excellent links to London Heathrow Airport (~15 minutes away), and strong potential for low-latency connectivity to London’s financial and enterprise ecosystems 

⚙️ Facility Highlights

• Scale & IT Power: Up to 27 MW, distributed across nine 1,000 m² data halls 
• Campus Capacity: Expansion will bring the London Hayes campus capacity to 160 MW in total
• Design Flexibility: Ability to tailor capacity and building delivery to customer-specific requirements 
• Energy Efficiency: Designed with an average power density of 3–4.5 kW/m² and an annualised design PUE of 1.35 
• Sustainability: Development powered using renewable energy; aligns with Colt’s broader sustainability strategy

🔐 Security & Compliance

While specific security features for London 6 have not been published yet, Colt DCS sites typically adhere to rigorous security protocols, which include:

• 24/7 onsite security and infrastructure engineering, including dedicated operational staff 
• High standards of operational procedures, with standardized training and customer‑centric service operations
• Colt’s commitment to secure, resilient infrastructure and sustainability further reinforces compliance credibility

🌐 Connectivity & Carrier Access

• Carrier-Neutral Campus: As with other Colt DCS facilities, London 6 is part of a 100% carrier-neutral data centre campus, enabling robust, flexible network options 
• Extensive Fiber Access: The London campus offers multiple fibre routes, diverse routing options, and access to a broad pool of carriers—typically average of ten carriers per site, with more available across Colt’s broader network 
• Interconnection & Cloud Connectivity: Supports direct, private and secure connectivity to major cloud platforms, IXes, carriers, and service partners 

💼 Who It Serves

• Hyperscale Operators & AI Workloads: London 6’s high-power design and scalable architecture make it ideal for hyperscale providers, AI deployments, and high-performance computing environments.
• Large Enterprises & Cloud Providers: The facility’s flexible, high‑density power and strong connectivity suit large enterprises, managed service providers, and cloud companies.
• Businesses Prioritizing Sustainability: Organizations with sustainability goals will benefit from the campus’s use of renewable energy, efficient design, and green credentials