Colt LHR2 London West Data Center Campus: 9.4MW Park Royal Hub
Status: Operational | Location: 13 Volt Avenue, Park Royal, London NW10 6PW, United Kingdom
Project Overview
Colt Data Centre Services’ LHR2 (London West) Data Centre is a carrier-neutral colocation facility located in Park Royal, West London, designed to support enterprise, cloud, and mission-critical digital workloads across the United Kingdom’s leading technology market. Delivering approximately 9.4 MW of critical IT capacity across 9,553 m² of gross building area, LHR2 provides a highly resilient infrastructure environment for businesses requiring secure, scalable, and low-latency connectivity. Strategically positioned just 10 km from Central London and within 30 km of Slough, one of Europe’s largest data center clusters, the facility offers excellent access to major business districts, network ecosystems, and digital infrastructure corridors. Engineered to Tier III standards, LHR2 incorporates robust reliability features including 2N static UPS redundancy, N+1 generator backup systems, and resilient power distribution to ensure continuous availability for critical applications. The facility operates using 100% renewable power, supporting customers’ sustainability goals while maintaining high operational efficiency. With direct connectivity to major London Internet Exchanges, global cloud platforms, and extensive fiber networks, LHR2 enables low-latency access to regional and international digital markets. Combining strategic location, carrier-neutral connectivity, renewable energy usage, and enterprise-grade resilience, Colt LHR2 plays an important role in strengthening London’s digital infrastructure landscape and supporting the increasing demand for cloud computing, hybrid IT, and next-generation digital services.
Quick Facts
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| Project Name | Colt LHR2 London West Data Center Campus: 9.4MW Park Royal Hub |
| Location | 13 Volt Avenue, Park Royal, London NW10 6PW, United Kingdom |
| Status | Operational |
| Commissioning | Operational / Active Managed Upgrade |
| Total IT Load | 9.4 MW Critical IT Load |
| Total Capacity | 15.0 MVA Total Utility Power Capacity across 9,553 m² gross area (3,700 m² technical whitespace) |
| Tier Level | Tier III Certified Architecture / Uptime Institute M&O Approved (ISO 27001, ISO 14001, ISO 9001 Certified) |
| Project Type | Purpose-Built Enterprise Colocation, Network Dense Digital Hub & Cloud Interconnect Gateway |
City Profile
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| City Name | london |
| Population | 8.9 Million |
| Urban Agglomeration | 9.8 to 11.4 million |
| City GDP | £110.8 billion in 2023 |
| Per Capita Income | £69,077 in 2023 |
| City Tier | Tier 1 |
| Key Strengths | Global Financial Hub; Dense Connectivity; Low Latency to Europe and North America; large skilled talent pool. |
Companies Involved
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| Developer / Operator | Colt Data Centre Services |
| Strategic Infrastructure Partner | UK Power Networks (UKPN Electrical Utility) |
| Construction Contractor | Specialized UK & European Mission-Critical Engineering & EPC Contractors |
| MEP Engineering | Colt DCS In-House Infrastructure & Mechanical Technical Design Teams |
| Network Connectivity | Carrier-neutral platform featuring diverse underground fiber entrance routes; dual Meet-Me-Rooms (MMRs); direct integration with major London dark fiber networks and regional subsea cable links. |
| Power Infrastructure | Dual high-voltage grid incomers, dedicated centralized 2N static uninterruptible power supply (UPS) units per data hall, automated switchgear, and N+1 standby diesel generator systems with 72+ hours of on-site fuel autonomy. |
Technical Specifications
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| Power Capacity | 15.0 MVA Total Utility Supply Provision |
| UPS Redundancy | 2N Static Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Configuration |
| Cooling System | High-efficiency air-cooled chillers operating on closed-loop chilled water distribution, hot/cold aisle containment, and automated Building Management System (BMS) environmental monitoring. |
| Connectivity | Carrier-neutral host offering direct express connectivity to Tier-1 operators, internet service providers, and major cloud service platforms. |
| PUE Target | < 1.40 Annualized Operational PUE |
| Energy Mix | 100% Green Renewable Energy supply matching. |
Milestones
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| Announcement | Enterprise Operational Release |
| Construction Start | Completed / Operational |
| Phase 1 Go-Live | Operational |
| Full Buildout | Operational |
Investment Details
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| Total Investment | Estimated £50,000,000 GBP to £80,000,000 GBP |
| Funding | Corporate Capital Expenditure by Colt Data Centre Services |