New data centre in Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island enters service
Author: Simon Rowley
Pure Data Centres has revealed that its new campus in Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island has become operational, with the first data hall complete and handed over to the hyperscale technology customer on time and to plan. The site, which will provide 45MW of capability overall, is Pure DC’s first venture in the Middle East.
The construction milestone, which was achieved in partnership with Laing O’Rourke on 27 February, followed successful completion of systems testing on 24 February. Achieving operational status, following successful systems testing, was the first major milestone set for the project. This paves the way for the Laing O’Rourke team to focus on the next phase, which is completion of the central office building in May.
Pure DC, which is backed by funds managed by Oaktree Capital Management, develops and operates data centres for some of the world’s largest technology companies. Each project is designed with security, quality, sustainability and health and safety at its core, with a focus on early engagement and collaboration with its construction partner.
The Abu Dhabi project is a collaboration with Laing O’Rourke’s highly experienced multi-disciplinary data centre teams who work across multiple campuses globally, with the majority of projects delivered for repeat clients.
Pure Data Centre’s Chief Delivery Officer, Jim McCarthy, says, “The opening of our Abu Dhabi campus is an important moment in the growth of Pure DC and also for our customers in the UAE. We chose to work with Laing O’Rourke because of their impressive track record at delivering data centre projects to the highest standard. It has been a fantastic collaboration, with all milestones delivered on time in accordance with the plan. We hope to develop the partnership in future as Pure DC continues to expand in key territories where there is high demand for digital infrastructure.”
Laing O’Rourke’s General Manager, Ben Nicol, comments, “This great achievement and milestone further reinforces our position as a leading provider of data centres in this region – a sector where we have developed exceptional expertise. Our aim throughout is to deliver on every single one of our commitments and to further develop the relationship with Pure DC.”
Laing O’Rourke’s Project Leader, Chris Wilson, adds, “Fantastic work from Team Pure on reaching this important project milestone. The team’s dedication and hard work has been crucial to our success, and I believe that our unique operating model enables us to deliver faster, safer and more efficiently, helping our clients meet the rapidly increasing need for scale and pace.
“A special thanks to Pure Data Centres for the seamless collaboration and trust throughout the process – it’s been a true partnership. Together, we’ve achieved something great, and we’re excited to continue building on this momentum.”
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