Keppel Data Centres: DC 1 Data Center

DC 1 is a purpose-built, five-storey colocation data centre owned by Keppel DC REIT and operated under the Keppel Data Centres group. It is located at the junction of Riverside Road and Marsiling Road in Woodlands, northern Singapore, approximately 23 km from the city centre. Situated just outside the emerging Woodlands Regional Centre—a planned major commercial hub for Singapore’s Northern Agri-Tech and Food Corridor—DC 1 benefits from excellent accessibility via major expressways, including the Bukit Timah Expressway (BKE) and Seletar Expressway (SLE), providing efficient connectivity to the city, Changi Airport, and other parts of the island. The facility also lies near major westbound international submarine cable systems, underscoring its strategic importance for global connectivity.

⚙️ Facility Highlights

• Gross Floor Area: Approximately 213,815 sq ft of purpose-built colocation space.
• Construction & Design: Completed in 2016, the facility spans five levels and is fully fitted for immediate colocation deployment.
• Strategic Location: Positioned adjacent to key westbound submarine cable routes, offering excellent connectivity for international and regional traffic.

🔐 Security & Compliance

While specific security systems and certifications were not explicitly detailed in the sources for DC 1, Keppel Data Centres is known for:

• High-standard reliability and physical security, including water seepage prevention and fire prevention, maintained through rigorous maintenance regimes.
• Secure, 24×7 customer services, with robust operations and maintenance frameworks.

🌐 Connectivity & Carrier Access

• Carrier-neutral environment: Keppel Data Centres facilities—including DC 1—offer flexible access to multiple carriers, enabling diverse connectivity and custom interconnection services.
• Interconnection Capabilities: Customers can leverage interconnection, cross-connect, and tailored cabling from rack to telecom service provider POP based on their requirements.
• Global Connectivity Leverage: DC1 benefits from Keppel’s broader global network reach, which supports access to key business hubs and low-latency links.

💼 Who It Serves

DC 1 is well-suited for a range of clients, including:

• Hyperscale cloud providers and large-scale enterprises seeking a secure, carrier-neutral colocation facility with immediate deployment options.
• Government, banking & financial institutions, OTT, technology, and ICT service providers, thanks to customized, scalable solutions and reliable operations.
• Organizations looking to enhance digital infrastructure through robust, strategically integrated facilities with sustainable operational practices under Keppel’s green mission ethos.