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Khazna Data Centers launches AUH6 AI-ready data centre in Masdar City
Khazna Data Centers , the largest hyperscale wholesale data centre provider in Middle East and North Africa , enhanced its market dominance with the launch of its flagship data centre in Abu Dhabi , AUH6 . Located in Abu Dhabi ’ s Masdar City , AUH6 has been designed to facilitate the UAE ’ s AI ambitions and underpins the company ’ s unwavering commitment to shaping the digital future .
With over a decade of experience , Khazna has played a pivotal role in supporting the UAE ' s digital ambitions through the design , construction , and operation of critical infrastructure . AUH6 , which combines advanced technology , security , and sustainability , stands at the forefront of the UAE ' s digital transformation , signifying Khazna ' s commitment to shaping tomorrow ' s AI reality .
In an era driven by data and AI , AUH6 emerges as a hub for exclusive AI-related data development and hosting for its customers , offering 31.8-megawatt , MW of IT power capacity . The latest data centre represents a facilitator of AI growth , positioning Khazna ’ s increasing number of data centres as an epicentre of digital evolution . plant has been developed to efficiently provide electricity to fuel the operations at AUH6 . This solar plant , boasts an impressive installed capacity of 7 megawatts peak , MWp .
The external architecture of the AUH6 was also crafted to protect the facility from the adverse effects of direct sunlight . This design approach effectively reduces the infiltration of heat into the building , therefore enhancing the data centre ’ s efficiency and sustainability .
Hassan Alnaqbi , CEO of Khazna Data Centers , said , “ AUH6 embodies Khazna ' s commitment to pushing boundaries of technological innovation and sustainability in data centre infrastructure . We anticipate that AI will positively transform the technological landscape , and Khazna is ready to shape this AI reality of tomorrow .
“ With the expected surge in data volumes brought by the integration and widespread use of AI , the design , build and operations of data centres will undergo significant reshaping , and we are confident that AUH6 is designed to incorporate these advancements . We look forward to connecting our customers to the power of AI through AUH6 , a facility that demonstrates Khazna ’ s extensive years of knowledge and technological innovation .”
AUH6 sets the bar for the next generation of data centres in the UAE , operating at the highest standard by which Khazna measures itself when exporting knowledge to other markets .
Khazna ' s future outlook includes a dedicated focus on technological advancements , as well as extending its services and offerings across the Middle East region . With plans underway to expand into neighbouring markets , and promising announcements expected this year , Khazna remains steadfast in its commitment to driving digital infrastructure growth and innovation . p
Located strategically in Masdar City , an urban development renowned for its commitment to sustainable practices and innovative technologies , AUH6 aligns with Khazna ’ s Future First Strategy , which outlines the company ’ s sustainability ambitions . The data centre employs a modular and repeatable structure that not only enhances construction efficiency , but also boosts performance , accelerates deployment timelines , and ensures seamless day-to-day operations .
Through Khazna ’ s collaboration with Emerge , a ground-mounted solar photovoltaic , PV
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