Switch Datacenters: AMS7 Data Center

Located in the municipality of Haarlemmerliede, near Schiphol Airport in the Amsterdam region, AMS7 is a forthcoming wholesale, AI‑power‑dense, and sustainable data center developed by Switch Datacenters, a Dutch operator known for its green infrastructure innovations. Strategically positioned in the Schiphol area, AMS7 benefits from proximity to one of Europe's busiest air transport hubs, enhancing its logistical and network connectivity. It is part of a “triangle” of next-generation developments alongside AMS5 and AMS6, underlining its importance in Switch's regional expansion strategy.

⚙️ Facility Highlights

• Power Capacity: Initially designed for 60 MW IT load, expandable to 120 MW by 2030
• Utility Feeders: 80 MVA total capacity 
• Modular Design: Employs modular construction with high‑density power distribution tailored for AI workloads
• Cooling Systems: Hybrid cooling strategy combining dry, air, and liquid cooling options to enhance flexibility and efficiency
• Energy Efficiency: Designed with low PUE (Power Usage Effectiveness) and WUE (Water Usage Effectiveness), powered entirely by 100% renewable energy
• Energy Storage: Features an on‑site Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) 
• Heat Reuse: Includes plans for a green heat‑reuse project, supporting sustainability goals
• Site Area & Layout: Covers a total surface area of 56,980 m², with white space of 21,600 m² across 18 halls

🔐 Security & Compliance

• Onsite Security: 24/7 security personnel stationed onsite
• Physical Access Control: Equipped with man‑trap single entry systems (customizable for single-tenant configurations), card readers, biometric readers, fingerprint scanners, CCTV monitoring, and motion detection
• Certifications (Planned):
• PCI‑DSS (Payment Card Data Security)
• ISO 14001 (Environmental Management)
• ISO 27001 (Information Security Management)
• ISO 9001 (Quality Management)

🌐 Connectivity & Carrier Access

• Carrier Neutrality: While not explicitly stated as carrier-neutral, connectivity is available via major carriers(e.g., Eurofiber, EU networks) 
• Fiber Access: Offers direct connections via two separate routes to the Amsterdam fiber ring and major Internet Exchanges (IXs), with special carrier connectivity arrangements available

💼 Who It Serves

• Hyperscalers & AI Workloads: Ideal for clients requiring high-density power and AI-centric infrastructure.
• Wholesale Customers: Designed as a large-scale wholesale facility, suitable for hyperscale colocation.
• Sustainability-Focused Enterprises: Attractive to organizations prioritizing green energy, modular expansion, and heat reuse initiatives.