atNorth Receives Prestigious ICT Award for Infrastructure Contributions in Iceland

atNorth's Recognition in Iceland

In a notable achievement for the Nordic data service industry, atNorth has been awarded the prestigious Information Technology Award by the Icelandic Computer Society (Ský) for 2025. This accolade emphasizes the company's significant contributions to enhancing Iceland's information technology landscape. The award ceremony took place during the renowned UTmessan event, alongside other leading data center operators in Iceland, showcasing the collective effort in transforming the nation's IT infrastructure.

The Icelandic Computer Society’s Information Technology Award is presented to organizations that have made outstanding contributions to the IT sector. This recognition reflects the favorable impact data centers like atNorth have made on Iceland's digital economy, power reliability, and infrastructure development. The award was presented by Iceland's President, Halla Tómasdóttir, during a ceremony held on February 7, 2025, in Reykjavik, further highlighting the importance of sustainable and innovative technology solutions in the region.

Iceland's appeal as a hub for data centers can largely be attributed to its unique geographical advantages: a naturally cool climate and an abundance of renewable energy sources. This gives data-intensive companies a competitive edge through highly energy-efficient infrastructure cooling. As demand for data center capacity increases, Iceland has made substantial investments in improving national digital connectivity and power infrastructure to ensure long-term sustainability. Notably, the country has established multiple undersea fiber optic cables connecting it to North America, the UK, and Scandinavia, alongside a robust domestic fiber optic network.

Erling Guðmundsson, COO of atNorth, stated, "We believe that data centers can be pivotal to a thriving economy and are committed to supporting the countries in which we operate. We are proud to be recognized alongside our peers as having contributed to putting Iceland on the map as a perfect location for data centers. Our collaborations with local governments and organizations aim to foster environmentally responsible and community-integrated data center ecosystems."

This award is not the first recognition of atNorth's innovative services. The company has been honored with several accolades, such as the `Top Energy Efficient HPC Achievements' award at the HPCwire Reader's Choice Awards, `Digital Infrastructure Project of the Year' at the Tech Capital Awards, and `Colocation Provider of the Year' at the Electrical Review Data Centre Review Excellence Awards. Additionally, it was recognized as the `Location Award' holder for Iceland at the Tech Capital Awards in 2023 and included in the Sustainability60 list by TechRound, which celebrates outstanding sustainability companies in Europe.

The Mission of atNorth

atNorth is a leader in the Nordic data center services industry, providing cost-effective, scalable colocation and high-performance computing services. The company's strategic acquisition of leading High Performance Computing (HPC) provider, Gompute, in 2023 has positioned atNorth to offer comprehensive solutions tailored to meet the high-performance computing requirements, especially in AI and critical workloads.

Sustainability remains at the core of atNorth's operations, with all its data centers powered by renewable energy. The company adheres to circular economy principles, employing innovative designs, power efficiencies, and intelligent operations to ensure effective resource management. This aligns with their objective to deliver long-term, adaptable infrastructure that supports users in conducting various computational tasks efficiently.

Headquartered in Reykjavik, Iceland, atNorth operates seven strategically located data centers across the Nordics. Plans are underway to open additional sites in Helsinki (Finland) and Ballerup (Denmark) by early 2025, continuing its aggressive expansion efforts. The company is also developing a mega site in Sweden's Sollefteå Municipality, expanding its footprint in the key markets.

For more insights into atNorth and its future endeavors in setting the standard for data center operations, visit atNorth's website. Connect with them on LinkedIn or Facebook.