A DoubleTrade report reveals a volume of €11.749 billion in ICT tenders over the past year. Multi-million euro projects in Badajoz and Aragon, coupled with the momentum from Madrid, are redefining the national technological architecture and digital sovereignty.
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Spain accelerates its transformation as the technological epicenter of southern Europe by 2024, driven by a volume of 16.682 ICT tenders and a public investment of 11.749 billion euros. According to data from DoubleTradeThe data center market will grow between 25% and 35% annually until 2030 due to the rise of Artificial Intelligence and the cloud.
Expansion of installed power and dominance of Madrid
Spain's digital infrastructure is undergoing a structural revolution. The installed capacity in the country has increased sixfold in the last two years, reaching nearly 600 MW at the beginning of the year, representing a 275% increase. This deployment is vital to sustain critical services such as mobile telephony, the streamingbanking transactions and the development of AI.
In this stage, Madrid It maintains its hegemony by concentrating more than 60% of the operating power of data centers, consolidating itself as a key interconnectivity node. However, the trend points towards geographical diversification driven by energy availability and submarine connectivity.
A snapshot of ICT investment in Spain
The dynamism of the sector, supported by European funds Next Generation The 2021-2025 Digitalization Plan is reflected in the public procurement figures analyzed by the analytics firm. Investment volumes and regional leaders are detailed below:
| Indicator / Region | Key Figures (2024) | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Total ICT Tenders | 16.682 calls | 3% increase compared to 2023. |
| ICT Economic Volume | 11.749 € million | Investment in public technology. |
| Investment Community of Madrid | 4.652 € million | Leader in public technology investment. |
| Investment in Andalusia | 1.486 € million | Second region by volume. |
| Investment in Catalonia | 1.167 € million | Third position in the ranking. |
| Total Public Tender (Global) | 139.000 € million | Overall growth of 10,6%. |
Megaprojects in Badajoz and private investment
Beyond Madrid, Spain's geography is attracting historic investments. This week, an agreement was formalized between Nostrum Data Centers and the multinational AECOM to develop the project Nostrum Evergreen in Badajoz. With an investment exceeding 1.900 millones de eurosThis infrastructure aims to be the largest data center in southern Europe.
The private sector is doubling down on its investment in tech giants, which are influencing macroeconomic figures:
- Amazon: It plans to invest 15.700 millones de euros in Aragon.
- Cantabria: Development of a 500 MW macro center with an investment of 3.600 billion euros.
- Microsoft, Meta and Google: They are strengthening their presence, attracted by regulatory stability and the submarine cable connection.
Explains Xavier Piccinini, CEO DoubleTrade Spain: We are seeing a shift towards hybrid models, where the public sector relies on private industry. Spain's appeal is clear: good connections, regulatory stability, and growing public investment.
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Energy challenges and digital sovereignty
Exponential growth brings significant challenges, primarily in energy consumption. A single data center can demand more than 100 MWexceeding the energy consumption of thousands of households. Forecasts indicate that power demand could double by 2030, raising the need to ensure the sustainability of the electricity grid while guaranteeing the digital sovereignty the country.
Key points and frequently asked questions about Data Centers in Spain
What is the growth forecast for the data center sector in Spain?
It is estimated that the need for data centers will grow at an annual rate of between 25% and 35% until 2030, driven by massive digitization and emerging technologies.
What role does public investment play in this development?
The public sector acts as a catalyst and key client. In 2024, tenders were issued 11.749 millones de euros in ICT projects, with Madrid, Andalusia and Catalonia being the most active communities.
What is the most noteworthy project recently announced?
The project Nostrum Evergreen In Badajoz, a collaboration between Nostrum Data Centers and AECOM, with an investment of more than 1.900 billion euros, will become the largest data center in southern Europe.
