GDS Ltd: Shanghai Data Center (SH8)

The GDS SH8 Data Center is a next-generation, high-density facility strategically located in Pudong, Shanghai—a key region for financial services, technology innovation, and digital transformation in China. Designed to accommodate the evolving infrastructure demands of hyperscalers, global enterprises, and digital-native companies, SH8 combines scalability, security, and operational excellence in a carrier-neutral environment.

Key Features and Specifications

• Location: Pudong District, Shanghai – in a well-connected industrial and commercial zone
• Facility Type: Hyperscale / Enterprise / Colocation
• Total Floor Area: Approx. 20,000 square meters
• IT Load Capacity: Designed to support up to 20 MW
• Power Infrastructure:
• Dual utility feeds from independent substations
• Configurable N+1 or 2N redundancy options
• Diesel backup generators and automatic transfer switches
• Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) optimized for energy efficiency

Cooling Infrastructure

• High-performance precision cooling systems
• Hot/cold aisle containment with intelligent airflow management
• N+1 HVAC configuration to ensure continuous operation
• Supports both standard and high-density rack deployments

Connectivity and Interconnection

• Carrier-Neutral: Access to all major telecom providers
• Dense fiber infrastructure with multiple points of entry
• Direct interconnection to GDS’s Shanghai data center campus
• Supports low-latency hybrid cloud, AI, and content delivery networks
• Cross-connects available for secure, high-throughput peering

Security and Facility Management

• 24/7/365 on-site security and surveillance
• Multi-layered access control: biometrics, ID cards, mantraps
• Advanced fire detection (VESDA) and suppression (FM200) systems
• Managed by GDS’s centralized Network Operations Center (NOC) for real-time monitoring
• SLA-backed uptime commitments

Certifications and Compliance

• ISO 27001 – Information Security
• ISO 9001 – Quality Management
• ISO 14001 – Environmental Management
• Built to Uptime Institute Tier III-equivalent specifications
• Compliant with regional and international enterprise data handling standards

Ideal Use Cases

• Hyperscaler Availability Zones & Edge Expansion
• AI/ML Infrastructure with GPU-Optimized Cooling
• Enterprise Core Hosting & Hybrid Cloud Integration
• Financial Services & High-Security Workloads
• Business Continuity, Backup, and Redundancy

About GDS Holdings Ltd

GDS Holdings Ltd is one of China’s leading developers and operators of high-performance, carrier-neutral data centers. The SH8 facility further extends GDS’s flagship presence in Shanghai, offering global and domestic clients a resilient, scalable, and interconnected environment to power their digital ambitions.