Yondr Group's inaugural UK data centre, located in Slough, is now operational as of August 8, 2024.

This achievement represents phase one of a 30MW site and forms part of a projected network of over 100MW.

Construction began in 2022 and took less than two years to conclude.

Yondr's second building, set to provide an additional 30MW, is currently under construction.

Once finished, the entire project will make up the largest data centre campus in Slough.

Known for being a crucial hub for the UK's data centre industry, Slough's strategic position on the outskirts of London makes this a significant development.

Design innovations and environmental sustainability were at the core of Slough project from the beginning.

Yondr's commitment to these aspects is clear, with the aim to achieve 'Very Good' certification, according to Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method (BREEAM) protocols.

A key component of these efforts is the use of hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) in place of diesel in the back-up generators, reducing carbon emissions.

Because collaboration with local resources was critical to the project, the completion of the first building showcases Yondr's dedication to social influence and nurturing future talent in the industry.

The University Technical College at nearby Heathrow partnered with Yondr for this project to nurture skills for the data centre sector.

This project is one of six globally that Yondr is presently working on, further solidifying its establishment as a worldwide leading developer in the hyperscale data centre sector.

Peter Hill, VP of Design & Construction EMEA said: "The success of this project is testament to the hard work and resilience of Yondr and our partners.

"We are immensely proud of our team’s dedication and expertise in delivering this hyperscale data center project.

"The handover of our first UK data center is a major milestone, not just for our Slough campus and Yondr, but for the UK’s data center ecosystem as we respond to the global challenge of increasing data capacity."

Additionally, Paul Hood, COO – Global Data Center Operations expressed: "Our proven track record of delivering reliable and resilient hyperscale data center capacity around the world has made us a valued partner for our clients, and we are looking forward to entering the operational phase for this facility, while progressing construction on the Slough campus concurrently with our other projects around the world."