GDS Ltd: Shanghai Data Center (SH18)

The GDS SH18 Data Center is a state-of-the-art, carrier-neutral facility strategically located in Pudong, Shanghai, one of China’s most economically dynamic regions. As part of GDS Holdings Ltd’s extensive network of high-performance data centers, SH18 is designed to meet the demanding requirements of hyperscale customers, financial institutions, cloud service providers, and large enterprises.

Key Features and Specifications

• Location: Pudong District, Shanghai, China
• Facility Type: Colocation / Hyperscale / Enterprise
• Design Capacity: Over 20,000 square meters of IT space
• Power Capacity: Total IT load capacity of approximately 20+ MW, backed by redundant power infrastructure
• Power Redundancy: N+1 or 2N configuration options
• Cooling: Advanced, energy-efficient precision cooling systems with N+1 redundancy
• Security:
• 24x7 on-site security personnel
• Biometric access controls
• CCTV surveillance
• Multi-layered access zones
• Connectivity:
• Carrier-neutral with access to all major network providers
• Direct fiber connections to other GDS data centers and hyperscale nodes in Shanghai
• Supports low-latency interconnection for high-performance workloads

Certifications and Compliance

SH18 is built to meet international standards and industry certifications, including:

• ISO 27001 (Information Security Management)
• ISO 9001 (Quality Management)
• ISO 14001 (Environmental Management)
• Uptime Institute Tier III design standards or higher
• Green building standards for sustainability

Use Cases

• Hyperscale Cloud Deployments
• Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity
• Financial Services Infrastructure
• AI and High-Performance Computing (HPC)
• Enterprise Colocation and Private Cloud Hosting

About GDS Holdings Ltd

GDS Holdings is a leading developer and operator of high-performance data centers in China, known for its strategic partnerships with major cloud providers and a strong footprint in key economic and internet hubs across the country. The SH18 facility reflects GDS’s commitment to reliability, scalability, and connectivity at the core of China’s digital infrastructure.