GDS Ltd: Shanghai Data Center (SH5)

The GDS SH5 Data Center is a modern, enterprise-class facility located in Pudong, Shanghai, strategically positioned to serve the city’s thriving financial, cloud, and digital business sectors. Designed for high reliability and scalability, SH5 supports mission-critical infrastructure needs for enterprises, hyperscalers, and service providers with advanced technology and operational excellence.

Key Features and Specifications

• Location: Pudong District, Shanghai, China – close to financial and technology hubs
• Facility Type: Enterprise / Hyperscale / Colocation
• Total Floor Area: Approximately 18,000 square meters
• IT Load Capacity: Up to 12–15 MW
• Power Redundancy:
• Dual utility power feeds
• Configurations available in N+1 and 2N
• Backup generators with ample fuel storage for extended outages
• Cooling System:
• Precision cooling with hot/cold aisle containment
• Redundant N+1 HVAC infrastructure
• Designed to support high-density deployments

Connectivity and Network Capabilities

• Carrier-Neutral: Access to a wide range of telecom operators
• High-Density Fiber Access: Direct links to other GDS data centers and regional IXs
• Cloud On-Ramps: Seamless integration with public cloud providers
• Cross-Connects: Available for low-latency, secure interconnections
• Supports: Hybrid cloud, edge computing, and latency-sensitive applications

Security and Monitoring

• 24/7/365 on-site security personnel
• Multi-factor physical access controls (badge, biometric, mantraps)
• Full CCTV surveillance and logging
• Fire detection and suppression (VESDA + FM200 systems)
• On-site Network Operations Center (NOC) for real-time infrastructure monitoring

Certifications and Compliance

• ISO 27001 – Information Security Management
• ISO 9001 – Quality Management Systems
• ISO 14001 – Environmental Management Systems
• Built to meet Uptime Institute Tier III-equivalent standards
• Regulatory compliance for financial institutions, healthcare, and international clients

Use Cases

• Enterprise IT Infrastructure & Cloud Expansion
• Hyperscaler Edge and Zone Deployments
• Fintech and Financial Hosting
• AI & Machine Learning Environments
• Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity

About GDS Holdings Ltd

GDS Holdings Ltd is a leading provider of high-performance, carrier-neutral data centers in China. With an extensive footprint in strategic markets like Shanghai, GDS delivers secure, scalable, and interconnected infrastructure tailored to meet the evolving needs of cloud-first and data-intensive enterprises. SH5 is a key part of GDS’s Shanghai portfolio, combining reliability, scale, and connectivity in a future-ready environment.