GDS Ltd: Guangzhou Data Center (GZ3)

Guangzhou Data Center GZ3, developed and operated by GDS Holdings Ltd, is a high-availability, enterprise-grade facility located in one of Guangzhou’s major innovation and technology districts. Purpose-built to support next-generation workloads, GZ3 is engineered for cloud-scale deployments, financial-grade security, and regulatory compliance—serving the growing digital demand in Southern China and the Greater Bay Area (GBA).

This facility offers exceptional cross-border connectivity, scalable power capacity, and integration into GDS’s nationwide fiber backbone, making it ideal for enterprises expanding into high-growth digital corridors across Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Hong Kong.

• Location: Strategically located in Guangzhou’s tech zone, with direct fiber routes to Hong Kong and regional IXPs.
• Facility Design: Multi-story, modular construction with advanced fault tolerance, seismic design, and scalable capacity.
• Power Infrastructure:
• Dual utility feeds with N+1 UPS and backup generators
• Rack densities supported up to 20kW per cabinet
• Smart energy management for improved uptime and efficiency
• Cooling Systems:
• Precision chilled water and in-row cooling
• Hot/cold aisle containment and AI-driven airflow optimization
• Designed for high thermal efficiency and low PUE

• 24/7 on-site security with biometric access control and mantraps
• Video surveillance, anti-tailgating, and secure loading areas
• Aligned with Chinese and international standards for data center operations

• ISO/IEC 27001 – Information Security
• ISO/IEC 20000 – IT Service Management
• ISO 9001 / 14001 – Quality & Environmental Management
• Uptime Institute Tier III (Design Certified)
• GB50174 / GB/T 22239 – National standards for infrastructure and cybersecurity

• Carrier-neutral, with access to all major telecom providers
• High-speed cross-connects to Hong Kong, Macau, and other GBA cities
• Direct access to cloud platforms, peering exchanges, and enterprise hubs
• Integrated into GDS’s national backbone and regional mesh

• Cross-border hybrid cloud infrastructure
• Financial services, trading, and compliance-driven hosting
• AI/ML and GPU-accelerated workloads
• High-availability platforms, SaaS, and DR environments
• Content delivery and latency-sensitive applications

Guangzhou Data Center GZ3 reflects GDS Holdings Ltd’s commitment to delivering robust, scalable, and future-proof infrastructure in one of China’s fastest-growing digital regions. It serves as a powerful launchpad for innovation and international connectivity in Southern China.