CyrusOne KEP, a joint venture formed in May 2023 between global data centre owner, developer and operator, CyrusOne, and Kansai Electric Power (KEPCO), one of Japan’s leading utility and power providers, has broken ground on its first data centre construction project in Japan.
The state-of-the-art hyperscale data centre, named CyrusOne KEP OSK1, is strategically located on a 19,693 square metre (211,973 square foot) plot in the Kansai area Keihanna Availability Zone, which is a key data centre hub.
With a total incoming power of 70MVA, the facility will ultimately deliver 48MW IT capacity to 11,562 square metres (124,452 square feet) of technical space within a single building over four floors, with a total of six 8MW data halls. Enabling works will commence on site after the ground-breaking ceremony, with construction of the shell and core to follow in the second half of 2025. The development will be delivered in three phases, with the first 16MW operational by Q1 2028.
“CyrusOne KEP combines CyrusOne’s deep experience in data centre design and operation with KEPCO’s immaculate track record for delivering power reliably and sustainably throughout Kansai over many decades, creating a unique partnership that simultaneously optimises digital and power infrastructure,” says Eric Schwartz, CEO of CyrusOne. “We are incredibly proud of this significant milestone and are privileged to celebrate ground-breaking at our first data centre in Japan with our joint venture partners.”
Nozomu Mori, President of KEPCO, adds, “We are delighted to commence this development project with CyrusOne, who we have great respect for and trust in. We have exciting plans for our joint venture going forward, with an ambitious target of investing 1 trillion yen over the next decade to reach a business scale of 900 MW total incoming power.”
Rahm Emanuel, US Ambassador to Japan, notes, “Data centres are the beating heart of the digital economy, and this joint venture between two leading American and Japanese firms will ensure that Japan remains a technology leader while powering the businesses of tomorrow. The collaboration between CyrusOne and Kansai Electric Power continues a long tradition of American and Japanese companies joining forces to pioneer technological advancements, power economies, and support local communities.”
With sustainability at the heart of CyrusOne designs, and KEPCO’s long-established presence in the region bringing with it deep cultural knowledge and sensitivity, the facility will be built to provide strong environmental performance designed to minimise environmental impact over its full life cycle.
The joint venture has made significant investments in design improvements to support the local community’s needs, including additional acoustic treatment surrounding emergency back-up generators, chillers, and air handling equipment. The external architecture has been thoughtfully designed to conceal external equipment, including flues and generators, to create a neutral aesthetic in keeping with its surroundings.
The project will generate significant work opportunities in the local area during the construction period and into operation, and the company is committed to support the growth of the Keihanna area and, by extension, Japan’s economy.
CyrusOne KEP has a strong development pipeline, with a commercial target to reach a business scale of 900 MW total incoming power (600MW IT capacity) within 10 years.
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CyrusOne KEP, a joint venture formed in May 2023 between global data centre owner, developer and operator, CyrusOne, and Kansai Electric Power (KEPCO), one of Japan’s leading utility and power providers, has broken ground on its first data centre construction project in Japan.
The state-of-the-art hyperscale data centre, named CyrusOne KEP OSK1, is strategically located on a 19,693 square metre (211,973 square foot) plot in the Kansai area Keihanna Availability Zone, which is a key data centre hub.
With a total incoming power of 70MVA, the facility will ultimately deliver 48MW IT capacity to 11,562 square metres (124,452 square feet) of technical space within a single building over four floors, with a total of six 8MW data halls. Enabling works will commence on site after the ground-breaking ceremony, with construction of the shell and core to follow in the second half of 2025. The development will be delivered in three phases, with the first 16MW operational by Q1 2028.
“CyrusOne KEP combines CyrusOne’s deep experience in data centre design and operation with KEPCO’s immaculate track record for delivering power reliably and sustainably throughout Kansai over many decades, creating a unique partnership that simultaneously optimises digital and power infrastructure,” says Eric Schwartz, CEO of CyrusOne. “We are incredibly proud of this significant milestone and are privileged to celebrate ground-breaking at our first data centre in Japan with our joint venture partners.”
Nozomu Mori, President of KEPCO, adds, “We are delighted to commence this development project with CyrusOne, who we have great respect for and trust in. We have exciting plans for our joint venture going forward, with an ambitious target of investing 1 trillion yen over the next decade to reach a business scale of 900 MW total incoming power.”
Rahm Emanuel, US Ambassador to Japan, notes, “Data centres are the beating heart of the digital economy, and this joint venture between two leading American and Japanese firms will ensure that Japan remains a technology leader while powering the businesses of tomorrow. The collaboration between CyrusOne and Kansai Electric Power continues a long tradition of American and Japanese companies joining forces to pioneer technological advancements, power economies, and support local communities.”
With sustainability at the heart of CyrusOne designs, and KEPCO’s long-established presence in the region bringing with it deep cultural knowledge and sensitivity, the facility will be built to provide strong environmental performance designed to minimise environmental impact over its full life cycle.
The joint venture has made significant investments in design improvements to support the local community’s needs, including additional acoustic treatment surrounding emergency back-up generators, chillers, and air handling equipment. The external architecture has been thoughtfully designed to conceal external equipment, including flues and generators, to create a neutral aesthetic in keeping with its surroundings.
The project will generate significant work opportunities in the local area during the construction period and into operation, and the company is committed to support the growth of the Keihanna area and, by extension, Japan’s economy.
CyrusOne KEP has a strong development pipeline, with a commercial target to reach a business scale of 900 MW total incoming power (600MW IT capacity) within 10 years.
For more from CyrusOne, click here.
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