Lumen: Laredo 1 Data Center

The Laredo 1 Data Center by Lumen Technologies is a strategically located colocation facility in Laredo, Texas, a vital commercial and logistics gateway between the United States and Mexico. Positioned along one of the busiest land ports in North America, this facility is uniquely suited to support cross-border data traffic, international business continuity, and secure digital infrastructure for enterprises operating in both U.S. and Latin American markets.

Engineered to meet Tier III standards, Laredo 1 features redundant power infrastructure, including dual utility feeds, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), and backup generators to ensure continuous uptime for mission-critical workloads. The data center also includes N+1 cooling systems, providing stable environmental conditions for high-performance and high-density IT deployments.

Security is a central focus of the facility, with 24/7 on-site personnel, biometric access controls, video surveillance, and advanced fire detection and suppression systems in place. Laredo 1 supports compliance with key industry standards, including SOC 1 & 2, HIPAA, and PCI DSS, making it suitable for organizations in finance, healthcare, logistics, and government.

As a carrier-neutral facility, the data center offers access to a wide array of network providers and international fiber routes, enabling low-latency, high-speed connectivity across North and Central America. Integrated into the Lumen global IP backbone, Laredo 1 delivers scalable bandwidth and direct access to cloud platforms, supporting hybrid IT environments, disaster recovery, and real-time business operations.

With its strategic border location, resilient design, and seamless integration into global networks, the Laredo 1 Data Center is a powerful asset for enterprises looking to expand their digital footprint across the Americas with security, speed, and confidence.