Keppel Data Centres: Almere Data Centre 2

Almere Data Centre 2 is a purpose-built, carrier-neutral colocation facility operated by Keppel Data Centres, situated in the Sallandsekant business estate in Almere, Netherlands, approximately 40 minutes from Amsterdam. Designed to Tier III standards, it joins its neighbor Almere Data Centre 1 on adjacent freehold land, enabling future campus expansion.Strategically positioned within one of Europe’s busiest data-center markets, the facility capitalizes on excellent transport links and a robust digital ecosystem to serve enterprises seeking high-performance colocation in close proximity to Amsterdam 

⚙️ Facility Highlights

• Tier III Design: Built to Uptime Institute Tier III standards, providing high availability 
• Lettable Area: Approximately 118,000 sq ft (~10,964 m²) of colocation space 
• Power Capacity & Density: Enables power density of >1.5 kW/sq m, scalable up to 2.0 kW/sq m
• Redundancy: Features N+1 redundancy for both power and cooling infrastructure 
• Green Infrastructure: Incorporates chilled-water cooling with free-air economization, and Dynamic Rotary UPS (DRUPS) systems for energy efficiency and waste reduction 
• Expansion Potential: Built adjacent to Almere Data Centre 1, on freehold land, allowing for future expansion and campus integration 

🔐 Security & Compliance

• Redundancy & Availability: Tier III design supports service availability up to 99.98% 
• Security Protocols: While detailed physical and electronic security features are not disclosed specifically for this facility, its Tier III design typically includes robust infrastructure—no explicit sources were available for security measures here, so they are omitted to maintain factual accuracy.

🌐 Connectivity & Carrier Access

• Carrier-Neutral Facility: The site is explicitly stated as carrier-neutral, enabling access to multiple network providers 
• Ecosystem & Network Integration: Located in the Netherlands, it benefits from a broad ecosystem of fiber partners, cloud services, and seamless digital infrastructure
• Submarine Connectivity: Possesses direct connectivity partnerships extending to North America and Europe via submarine cable systems (through the adjacent Almere Data Centre campus) 

💼 Who It Serves

• Enterprises & Hyperscale Operators: Designed to support hyperscale and enterprise clients seeking scalable, high-density colocation 
• Environment-Conscious Users: Appeals to organizations prioritizing energy-efficient infrastructure and sustainability, due to features like free-air cooling and DRUPS
• Connectivity-Driven Businesses: Suited to those requiring robust international network links and access to Europe-America submarine connectivity