Verizon: Verizon UK5

Verizon UK5 is a carrier-anchored, Tier III colocation facility operated by Verizon Communications Inc. and situated at 2–6 St Pancras Way, NW1 0QG, London, just north of King’s Cross. Standing seven stories tall, the purpose-built facility delivers scalable colocation services amid proximity to major transport infrastructure—including rail and road hubs—positioning it strategically for enterprises seeking resilient metropolitan connectivity.

⚙️ Facility Highlights

• Construction & Size: Constructed in 1999 using mortar and steel; the facility covers approximately 5,500 m², with 3,500 m² of raised-floor colocation space.
• Tier Classification: Designed to Tier III standards, supporting concurrent maintainability and high availability
• Power Infrastructure: Features N+1 UPS and N+1 generator redundancy. Power SLA promises 100% availability, backed by on-site fuel storage supporting 2 days of reserve.
• Environmental Controls: Cooling systems are configured with N+1 redundancy to ensure uninterrupted operation during component failures or maintenance.
• Fire Protection: Deploys VESDA (Very Early Smoke Detection Apparatus), combined with water-mist and sprinkler suppression systems for fast and reliable response to fire incidents
• Structural Specs: Raised-floor height of 0.6 m, and floor-loading capacity of 1,300 kg/m², suitable for dense, heavy server deployments.

🔐 Security & Compliance

• Physical Security: On-site security guards are present 24×7. Access is controlled using electronic key readers, mantraps, and PINs at all entry points.
• Surveillance: Closed-circuit cameras cover both interior and exterior, including all colocation floors. Video footage is digitally recorded and stored (retained for 30 days).
• Access Verification: Customers must present valid identification to security staff to gain access; cabinets are locked, and access is managed through a key management system.

🌐 Connectivity & Carrier Access

• While specific carrier-neutral certifications or a list of onsite carriers were not identified, the data center offers diverse connectivity options within its ecosystem, facilitating integration with network services and colocation solutions.
• The facility's location in central London makes it accessible to multiple carriers and network exchanges by virtue of proximity to key telecom infrastructure corridors.

💼 Who It Serves

• Although explicit customer verticals aren't listed, the facility’s robust Tier III infrastructure, secure environment, and central London location suggest ideal suitability for enterprises, financial institutions, and organizations requiring high-reliability colocation services within the UK’s capital.