atNorth Joins Danish Data Center Industry Association
Copenhagen, Denmark - In a recent move signaling its commitment to sustainability and innovation within the data center sector, atNorth, a top-tier Nordic provider of colocation, high-performance computing, and artificial intelligence services, has joined the Danish Data Center Industry Association (DDI). This partnership comes alongside atNorth's ongoing investments aimed at bolstering Denmark's data center landscape.
The company is actively working on the establishment of its second facility in Denmark, named DEN02, while its first site, DEN01, is set to commence operations in the second quarter of 2025. As a further testament to its expansion efforts, atNorth has appointment Jeff Kjeldsen as the Operations Director for Denmark, tasked with overseeing large-scale operations that prioritize cutting-edge technologies and adherence to rigorous industry standards.
The DDI's mission is to foster stakeholder engagement by promoting sustainability, operational best practices, and cross-industry collaborations. These initiatives align closely with atNorth's foundational principles, representing its dedication to contributing positively to the future of the Danish technological landscape.
Henrik Hansen, Chief Executive Officer of the DDI, stated, "The Danish Data Center Industry is experiencing swift growth, and it is crucial that we pursue this progress sustainably. We are excited to welcome atNorth, a leader from the Nordics, into our organization, with hopes of leveraging a shared commitment to technical excellence and environmental stewardship."
Expressing his enthusiasm, Jeff Kjeldsen noted, "We are thrilled to be part of the Danish Data Center Industry Association. Denmark, along with its Nordic counterparts, presents exceptional conditions for data center development, including a favorable climate, superior connectivity, and plentiful renewable energy resources. This environment has facilitated rapid industry growth, and we are excited to play a role in steering this growth toward sustainability and operational excellence."
About atNorth
atNorth is recognized as a leading provider in the Nordic data center services market, renowned for its sustainable, cost-efficient, and scalable colocation and high-performance computing solutions. The recent acquisition of the respected High-Performance Computing (HPC) firm, Gompute, signifies atNorth's robust offering tailored to cater to artificial intelligence and other demanding high-performance workloads.
At the heart of atNorth's operations lies a strong commitment to sustainability; its data centers are powered by renewable energy while adhering to principles of a circular economy. Each facility is designed with innovation, energy efficiency, and intelligent operational systems in mind, ensuring long-term reliability and adaptable colocation structures. These custom-designed solutions empower organizations to efficiently compute, simulate, train, and visualize data workloads in a cost-effective manner.
Headquartered in Reykjavik, Iceland, atNorth operates seven strategically located data centers across the Nordics. The company plans to open additional sites in Helsinki, Finland, and Ballerup, Denmark, in early 2025, alongside its tenth facility under construction in Kouvola, Finland, and an eleventh site in Ølgod, Denmark.
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