KevlinX Brussels Data Center Campus: 32MW+ AI-Ready Hub
Status: Operational / Phased Active Expansion | Location: Av. Antoon Van Oss 1, 1120 Brussels, Belgium
Project Overview
KevlinX’s Brussels Data Center Campus, comprising the BRU01 and BRU02 facilities, is Belgium’s largest multi-tenant, carrier-neutral commercial digital infrastructure hub, strategically located in the northern Brussels-Capital Region. Designed to support the rapidly growing demand for hyperscale cloud computing, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), high-performance computing (HPC), and enterprise digital transformation, the campus delivers more than 32 MW of critical IT power across a purpose-built 25,400-square-metre site. Developed with scalability and operational resilience in mind, the campus provides flexible colocation solutions for hyperscale cloud providers, financial institutions, government organizations, telecommunications operators, and multinational enterprises requiring mission-critical infrastructure. The facilities are engineered to support ultra-high-density computing environments, accommodating rack power densities ranging from 60 kW to more than 150 kW per rack through advanced liquid cooling readiness, making the campus well suited for next-generation GPU clusters and AI workloads. Sustainability is central to the campus design, with operations powered entirely by 100% renewable energy and an industry-leading design Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) of less than 1.20, maximizing energy efficiency while reducing environmental impact. As a highly connected carrier-neutral platform, the campus provides resilient fiber connectivity and ultra-low-latency network access of less than five milliseconds to Europe’s major digital hubs, including London, Paris, Amsterdam, and Frankfurt, enabling seamless hybrid and multi-cloud deployments. Combining sustainable operations, AI-ready infrastructure, exceptional connectivity, and scalable capacity, KevlinX’s Brussels Data Center Campus provides a future-ready digital infrastructure platform supporting the continued growth of cloud services, AI innovation, and enterprise digital ecosystems across Europe.
Quick Facts
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| Project Name | KevlinX Brussels Data Center Campus: 32MW+ AI-Ready Hub |
| Location | Av. Antoon Van Oss 1, 1120 Brussels, Belgium |
| Status | Operational / Phased Active Expansion |
| Commissioning | Phase 1 Go-Live: Early 2026 / Active Multi-Phase Buildout |
| Total IT Load | 32 MW Critical IT Power Allocation (expandable up to 68 MW campus utility allocation) |
| Total Capacity | 32+ MW to 68 MW Total Utility Capacity across 25,400 m² site area (~11,350 m² whitespace) |
| Tier Level | Tier III Certified Architecture (Uptime Institute Standards) / BREEAM Certified, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS |
| Project Type | Purpose-Built Carrier-Neutral Hyperscale, High-Density AI-Ready Colocation & Cloud Hub |
City Profile
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| City Name | Brussels |
| Population | ~190,000 (Brussels City) |
| Urban Agglomeration | ~2.1 million (Brussels Metropolitan Area) |
| City GDP | ~€90 billion (Brussels-Capital Region) |
| Per Capita Income | ~€55,000 |
| City Tier | Tier 1 – European Political, Financial & Business Hub |
| Key Strengths | Capital of Belgium and the European Union; headquarters of major EU institutions and international organizations; strong financial services sector; advanced telecommunications infrastructure; growing data center market; strategic location in Western Europe; excellent rail, road, and air connectivity; multilingual skilled workforce; strong presence of technology, consulting, and professional services companies. |
Companies Involved
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| Developer / Operator | KevlinX Data Centers |
| Strategic Infrastructure Partner | Elia / Sibelga (Electric Utilities) & BDIA (Belgian Digital Infrastructure Association) |
| Construction Contractor | BESIX & Equans |
| MEP Engineering | Ingenium & KevlinX In-House Global Engineering Teams |
| Network Connectivity | Carrier-neutral platform with 6 diverse underground fiber entrances; redundant Meet-Me-Rooms (MMRs); direct connectivity to BNIX (Belgian National Internet Exchange) and major European Tier-1 transit operators. |
| Power Infrastructure | Dual high-voltage grid connections, static distributed 2N / N+1 medium-voltage uninterruptible power supply (UPS) modules, automated switchgear, and standby generator plants with 99.999% availability SLAs. |
Technical Specifications
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| Power Capacity | 32 MW – 68 MW Total Utility Power Allocation |
| UPS Redundancy | 2N / N+1 Distributed Redundant Static UPS Architecture |
| Cooling System | Highly efficient Indirect Evaporative Cooling (IEC) with hot aisle containment, Direct-to-Chip Liquid Cooling (DLC) readiness for high-density GPU/AI racks (up to 150+ kW/rack), and automated BMS environmental controls. |
| Connectivity | Carrier-neutral host offering direct low-latency cloud express on-ramps and cross-connect options across European networks. |
| PUE Target | < 1.20 Annualized Operational Design PUE |
| Energy Mix | 100% Certified Green Renewable Energy with corporate commitment to carbon neutrality by 2030. |
Milestones
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| Announcement | September 2021 |
| Construction Start | September 2023 |
| Phase 1 Go-Live | Operational (Early 2026) |
| Full Buildout | Active Multi-Building Campus Expansion |
Investment Details
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| Total Investment | Estimated €150,000,000 EUR to €250,000,000 EUR |
| Funding | Corporate Capital Expenditure & Infrastructure Equity Financing by KevlinX |