Equinix Lelystad AI Data Center (AMS10)
Status: Planning / Pre-Construction | Location: Flevokust Haven, Lelystad, Netherlands
Project Overview
The Equinix Lelystad project, located at the Flevokust Haven business park, is a €1.5 billion (approx. $1.63 billion) hyperscale development aimed at solidifying the Netherlands' position as a "Gateway to Europe" for AI workloads. Spanning a significant footprint, the facility is designed to support approximately 100 high-profile organizations, including government entities, healthcare providers, and major AI developers.
What sets this project apart is its aggressive 150 MW power strategy. Amidst a national debate over data center energy consumption, Equinix has integrated a sustainable "Circular Energy" model. The facility is expected to use a combination of advanced liquid cooling and waste-heat recovery systems, potentially feeding surplus heat back into local industrial or residential grids. Furthermore, the project is backed by an additional €5.5 billion in ecosystem funding from strategic partners, ensuring that the "AI-ready" infrastructure is matched by robust network and power reliability.
Construction is slated to leverage modular "Build with" techniques to accelerate the timeline, with the first phase targeting a 2027 go-live. This project is a cornerstone of Equinix’s 2025 global expansion, following its recent investments in Lagos and Milan, and marks its most significant foray into dedicated AI-infrastructure in the EMEA region.
Quick Facts
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| Project Name | Equinix Lelystad AI Data Center (AMS10) |
| Location | Flevokust Haven, Lelystad, Netherlands |
| Status | Planning / Pre-Construction |
| Commissioning | Phase 1: 2027 (Expected) |
| Total IT Load | 150 MW |
| Total Capacity | 150 MW+ (Expandable) |
| Tier Level | Tier III+ (Concurrent Maintainability) |
| Project Type | Greenfield / Hyperscale / AI-Ready |
City Profile
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| City Name | Lelystad |
| Population | ~83,000 |
| Urban Agglomeration | ~120,000 (Regional) |
| City GDP | High growth (Regional part of €900B+ Dutch GDP) |
| Per Capita Income | ~€42,000 |
| City Tier | Tier 2 (European Strategic Logistics Hub) |
| Key Strengths | Coastal cooling, grid proximity, land availability |
Companies Involved
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| Developer / Operator | Equinix, Inc. |
| Strategic Infrastructure Partner | Flevokust Haven Business Park |
| Construction Contractor | To be finalized (Typically Mercury or ISG in EU) |
| MEP Engineering | Advanced Liquid Cooling & Heat Recovery Systems |
| Network Connectivity | Equinix Fabric / Multi-cloud Interconnection |
| Power Infrastructure | 150 MW Dedicated Substation / Hydrogen-ready Backup |
Technical Specifications
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| Power Capacity | 150 MW Dedicated Site Power |
| UPS Redundancy | N+1 / 2N Redundant Systems |
| Cooling System | Direct-to-Chip Liquid Cooling & Air-Cooled Chillers |
| Connectivity | Carrier-neutral, ultra-low latency fiber to Amsterdam hub |
| PUE Target | < 1.15 |
| Energy Mix | 100% Renewable (Wind/Solar PPA + Geothermal) |
Milestones
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| Announcement | December 10, 2025 |
| Construction Start | Q2 2026 (Projected) |
| Phase 1 Go-Live | Late 2027 |
| Full Buildout | 2030 |
Investment Details
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| Total Investment | €1.5 Billion (~$1.65 Billion) |
| Funding | Private Capital & Partner Infrastructure Funds |