Hyperco Helsinki Data Center: Sustainable Hyperscale & Enterprise Hub in Finland
Status: Fully Operational Hyperscale Facility | Location: Myllynkivenkuja 4, 01620 Vantaa, Finland
Project Overview
Hyperco Helsinki is a flagship hyperscale data center facility strategically located in the Myllypuro district of Helsinki, Finland, and represents one of the Nordic region's most advanced examples of sustainable digital infrastructure. Purpose-built to support the rapidly increasing demand for cloud computing, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, high-performance computing (HPC), and enterprise digital transformation, the facility delivers highly scalable, high-density colocation space designed for hyperscale cloud providers, multinational enterprises, and technology companies with mission-critical workloads. Its location in Finland enables the data center to capitalize on the country's abundant renewable energy resources, reliable power infrastructure, and naturally cool climate, significantly reducing cooling requirements and improving overall operational efficiency. Engineered for next-generation computing environments, Hyperco Helsinki supports high-density rack deployments capable of accommodating GPU-intensive AI training clusters, large language model (LLM) processing, advanced analytics, and data-intensive enterprise applications. The facility incorporates resilient electrical and mechanical infrastructure, redundant power distribution systems, advanced cooling technologies, and comprehensive environmental monitoring to ensure continuous service availability and operational reliability. A defining feature of the campus is its full integration with Helen's district heating network, allowing waste heat generated by the servers to be captured, recovered, and exported directly to heat nearby residential communities, commercial buildings, and public infrastructure. This innovative heat reuse system substantially improves overall energy utilization, reduces dependence on fossil fuel-based heating, and contributes to Helsinki's ambitious carbon neutrality objectives by transforming excess server heat into a valuable community energy resource. Combined with the use of low-carbon electricity, the facility achieves exceptional sustainability performance while minimizing its environmental footprint. Multiple layers of physical security, including biometric access controls, continuous surveillance, and advanced fire detection and suppression systems, protect customer infrastructure and ensure secure operations. As a key component of Finland's growing digital ecosystem, Hyperco Helsinki strengthens the country's position as a preferred destination for sustainable hyperscale data center investment and supports the long-term expansion of AI, cloud services, and digital innovation across Europe.
Quick Facts
| Field | Value |
| Project Name | Hyperco Helsinki Data Center: Sustainable Hyperscale & Enterprise Hub in Finland |
| Location | Myllynkivenkuja 4, 01620 Vantaa, Finland |
| Status | Fully Operational Hyperscale Facility |
| Commissioning | Operational |
| Total IT Load | ~20 MW to 50 MW Critical IT Power Capacity Allocation |
| Total Capacity | ~20,000 m² (~215,278 sq ft) gross facility footprint |
| Tier Level | Tier III Equivalent Fault-Tolerant Design / ISO 27001, ISO 14001, ISO 9001, SOC 2 Compliant |
| Project Type | Purpose-Built Sustainable Hyperscale & Enterprise Colocation Data Center |
City Profile
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| City Name | Helsinki |
| Population | 690,000 |
| Urban Agglomeration | ~1.6 million (Helsinki Metropolitan Area) |
| City GDP | ~€100 billion (estimated metropolitan economy) |
| Per Capita Income | ~€55,000 |
| City Tier | Tier 1 – Nordic Technology, Innovation & Business Hub |
| Key Strengths | Capital of Finland; leading technology and startup ecosystem; strong ICT and software industries; advanced digital infrastructure; highly skilled workforce; world-class education and research institutions; renewable energy leadership; excellent international connectivity; growing hyperscale data center market; business-friendly environment and high quality of life. |
Companies Involved
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| Developer / Operator | Hyperco |
| Strategic Infrastructure Partner | Helen Oy (District Heating & Power Utility Network) & City of Helsinki Municipal Authorities |
| Construction Contractor | Specialized Nordic Mission-Critical EPC Contractors |
| MEP Engineering | Hyperco Global Engineering & Technical Operations Teams |
| Network Connectivity | Carrier-neutral facility featuring dual path-diverse subterranean fiber entrance vaults, redundant Meet-Me-Rooms (MMRs), direct interconnection to FICIX (Finnish Communication and Internet Exchange), and direct access to C-Lion1 subsea cable connectivity to Central Europe. |
| Power Infrastructure | Dual 110kV/20kV high-voltage utility grid feeds, static 2N / Block Redundant uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems, automated switchgear, and multi-megawatt emergency backup power arrays. |
Technical Specifications
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| Power Capacity | ~20 MW to 50 MW Total Secured Utility Power Capacity |
| UPS Redundancy | 2N Static UPS Architecture |
| Cooling System | Direct free-air cooling economizers, highly efficient heat recovery heat pumps connected directly to the Helsinki district heating network, Direct-to-Chip Liquid Cooling (DLC) readiness, and automated BMS environmental controls. |
| Connectivity | High-bandwidth dark fiber optic interconnects providing low-latency routing across the Nordics, Western Europe, and Baltic digital corridors. |
| PUE Target | < 1.15 Annualized Operational Design PUE (Net negative carbon footprint with heat reuse) |
| Energy Mix | 100% Renewable Energy supply (Wind, Hydro, and Solar) backed by Nordic Guarantees of Origin (GoOs). |
Milestones
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| Announcement | 2021–2022 |
| Construction Start | 2022 |
| Phase 1 Go-Live | Operational |
| Full Buildout | Fully Operational Active Facility |
Investment Details
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| Total Investment | Estimated €150,000,000 EUR to €200,000,000 EUR Facility Capital Expenditure |
| Funding | Nordic Private Equity & Institutional Infrastructure Funds (Hyperco) |