GDS Ltd: Shanghai Data Center (SH3)

The GDS SH3 Data Center is a robust enterprise-grade facility located in the high-demand Pudong District of Shanghai, China. As part of GDS Holdings Ltd’s expansive portfolio, SH3 plays a key role in supporting Shanghai’s fast-growing digital economy, offering secure, scalable, and high-availability infrastructure for cloud platforms, financial services, and digital enterprises.

Key Features and Specifications

• Location: Pudong, Shanghai – in close proximity to financial institutions and tech zones
• Facility Type: Enterprise / Colocation / Hybrid Cloud Ready
• Total Floor Area: Approximately 15,000 square meters
• IT Power Capacity: Up to 10 MW, designed for high-density rack deployments
• Power Configuration:
• Dual utility power feeds
• N+1 or 2N redundancy for critical systems
• Diesel backup generators with long runtime autonomy
• Cooling Infrastructure:
• Precision environmental controls
• Hot and cold aisle containment
• N+1 redundant HVAC systems to ensure consistent thermal performance

Connectivity and Interconnection

• Carrier-Neutral Facility
• Direct fiber connectivity to major telecom providers and other GDS sites
• Access to cloud on-ramps and internet exchanges in the region
• Ideal for hybrid cloud architectures, content delivery, and financial transactions
• Cross-connect services available for fast, secure private networking

Security and Operations

• 24/7/365 on-site security and remote monitoring
• Multi-tier physical access controls (biometric, keycard, and mantrap systems)
• Full CCTV coverage with archival capability
• Fire detection and suppression (VESDA + FM200)
• SLA-backed uptime with 24/7 network operations center (NOC)

Certifications and Standards

• ISO 27001 – Information Security
• ISO 9001 – Quality Management
• ISO 14001 – Environmental Management
• Built to Uptime Institute Tier III-equivalent specifications
• Compliance-ready for financial, cloud, and healthcare workloads

Ideal Use Cases

• Enterprise Private Cloud and Colocation
• Fintech and Transactional Workloads
• AI and Data Analytics Platforms
• Disaster Recovery and Redundancy Site
• Multinational Business Hosting within regulatory frameworks

About GDS Holdings Ltd

GDS Holdings Ltd is a leading developer and operator of high-performance data centers in China. With a network of advanced, carrier-neutral facilities in core economic hubs, GDS supports the digital backbone of cloud, internet, and enterprise customers. The SH3 facility is a testament to GDS’s engineering excellence and operational reliability in China’s most competitive tech markets.