Keppel Data Centres: Almere Data Centre

Almere Data Centre is a three-storey, carrier-neutral colocation facility operated by Keppel Data Centres and owned by Keppel DC REIT, located in the Sallandsekant business estate in Almere, the Netherlands. Constructed in 2008, it occupies a strategically advantageous position approximately 50 km from Schiphol Airport and 135 km from Rotterdam Harbour, benefiting from excellent motorway connections (A1, A6, A27) and regional public transport access. The centre sits just about 40 minutes from Amsterdam, one of Europe's preeminent data centre markets

With direct connectivity via submarine cables to North America and Europe, the facility offers high-quality intercontinental links

⚙️ Facility Highlights

• Gross Floor Area: Approximately 118,403 sq ft across three floors 
• Power Infrastructure: Features Uninterruptible Power Systems (UPS) and backup generators, ensuring constant power availability for mission-critical systems 
• Scalability: Located on the same campus as Almere Data Centre 2, allowing for future expansion and hyperscale deployment
• Cooling Systems: Although specific details for Almere 1 are not disclosed, its adjacent facility (Almere Data Centre 2) includes energy-efficient chilled-water cooling with free-cooling capability during colder months and uses DRUPs (Dynamic Rotary UPS), signaling a design philosophy focused on efficiency that likely extends across the campus 
• 🔐 Security & Compliance
• Physical Security: Equipped with alarm systems and numerous security cameras, safeguarding the premises around the clock 
• Power Resilience: Committed to constant power availability for critical operations via UPS and generator support 
• Certifications & Compliance: Public sources do not specify formal certifications (e.g., Uptime Tier, ISO, SOC); to maintain accuracy, these are not included.

🌐 Connectivity & Carrier Access

• Carrier-Neutral Status: Fully carrier-neutral, enabling clients to select from multiple network providers
• Intercontinental Connectivity: Provides direct connectivity to networks in North America and Europe via submarine cable infrastructure
• Network Ecosystem: Benefits from the Netherlands’ extensive and dense digital infrastructure, offering broad support services, network partners, and cloud interconnectivity options 

💼 Who It Serves

• Enterprises & Hyperscalers: Suited for organizations—especially large enterprises and hyperscalers—requiring robust colocation space with powerful network reach.
• Businesses Demanding Intercontinental Linkage: Ideal for clients that need resilient submarine connectivity to North America and Europe.
• Scalability-Oriented Users: Those anticipating growth can leverage the adjacent Almere Data Centre 2 campus for expansion.
• Efficiency-Conscious Operators: Companies prioritizing energy efficiency and reliability, supported by the facilities’ emphasis on UPS, generator systems, and cooling innovations (as demonstrated in the campus)