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Digital Infrastructure in Europe
HOCHTIEF, a subsidiary of the ACS Group, has been selected by NTT Global Data Centers to build a new 36 MW data center in Berlin. The project, which will begin this summer, addresses the high demand for digital capacity in the German market and strengthens the construction company's position in this strategic sector.
HOCHTIEF, German subsidiary of Grupo ACS, has been awarded a contract of great strategic importance with NTT Global Data Centers for the design and construction of a new 36 MW capacity data center in BerlínThis award consolidates the company's position as a key player in the growing digital infrastructure market, a segment that already represented 21% of its order book in 2025.
The project will be executed by an integrated team that combines the experience of HOCHTIEF Infrastructure y Turner, through its specialized subsidiary DornanConstruction is scheduled to begin this summer of 2026, with a timeline that includes the delivery of the first data rooms by 2028 and the complete completion of the facilities in 2029.
A boost to the German digital economy
The project responds to the strong and sustained demand for data center capacity in Alemania, one of the main digital interconnection hubs of Europa. In the words of Juan Santamaría, CEO of Grupo ACS y HOCHTIEF"This project reflects our ongoing commitment to digital infrastructure and reinforces our leading position in HOCHTIEF in this market." Santamaría He added that "by combining the capabilities of HOCHTIEF Infrastructure y Dornan"We are ideally positioned to support the continued expansion of the digital infrastructure that underpins economic growth and innovation."
Technically, the complex will consist of a three-story main building for the data center and a four-story annex office building. The scope of the contract covers all electrical and mechanical engineering work, as well as the implementation of advanced security and facilities management systems, meeting the highest industry standards.
| Concept | Detail |
|---|---|
| Client | NTT Global Data Centers |
| Trade Contractor | HOCHTIEF (through HOCHTIEF Infrastructure y Dornan) |
| Location | Berlín, Alemania |
| Data Center Capacity | 36 MW |
| Start of Construction | Summer of 2026 |
| Partial Delivery | 2028 |
| Completed | 2029 |
| Segment orders in 2025 | 16.800 billion euros (21% of the portfolio) |
Key points and frequently asked questions about the HOCHTIEF project in Berlin
What does this project represent for the strategy of HOCHTIEF and the ACS Group?
For Grupo ACS and its subsidiary HOCHTIEFThis contract solidifies its diversification into high value-added and growth sectors, such as technological infrastructure. It demonstrates its ability to compete globally in the construction of technologically complex projects and reinforces its position as a key partner for the giants of the digital economy.
Why is Germany a key market for data centers?
Alemania is the main economic engine of Europa and a vital logistics and connectivity hub. Strict data protection regulations (GDPR) and the growing demand for cloud services from its powerful industrial sector make data storage in Germany a strategic priority for companies worldwide, driving the construction of new facilities.
What implications does the construction of these megaprojects have for the supply chain?
The construction of a 36 MW data center demands a highly specialized supply chain. It requires suppliers of high-tech equipment, such as precision cooling systems, backup power generators, and advanced electrical components. For Spanish exporters of electrical equipment or engineering solutions, these projects represent significant business opportunities in the European market.
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