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Vertiv supported Gulf Data Hub in successfully deploying a new purposebuilt , state-of-the-art data centre in Dubai Silicon Oasis , helping to achieve high energy efficiency and operational excellence .

Throughout the project ’ s development , Gulf Data Hub faced many obstacles . Finding a way to align a vision with financial limitations , attaining sustainable energy production , and upholding an ideal research setting were key priorities . Coordinating the integration of energy resources , effective waste disposal methods and water reuse proved to be challenging tasks . Moreover , the site ’ s susceptibility to adverse weather conditions and its proximity to environmentally delicate areas necessitated strict compliance with environmental laws and sustainability standards .

Gulf Data Hub has been known as a provider of high-standard colocation services , cloud solutions , and disaster recovery capabilities . Gulf Data Hub and Vertiv began collaborating with the Dubai Silicon Oasis 4MW facility on multiple data centres across the Middle East . Since its inauguration , the facility has expanded its operational scope to meet the growing demands for sophisticated data management and energy-efficient solutions .

Supported by Vertiv critical digital infrastructure solutions , including the Vertiv Liebert EXL S1UPS and Vertiv Liebert Chilled Water Air , CWA Thermal Wall cooling systems , the facility has addressed longstanding challenges in power reliability , efficient cooling , and energy storage .

The energy-efficient features of the Liebert EXL S1 UPS and the space-saving design of the Liebert CWA thermal wall cooling systems have substantially enhanced the facility ' s energy efficiency and sustainability features , supporting the ambitious goals of Gulf Data Hub in creating a modern , sustainable facility .

Gulf Data Hub has significantly expanded its operational footprint in the region in recent years , with five facilities in Abu Dhabi , six in Saudi Arabia , and two in Egypt . Vertiv solutions power each of these facilities , and the Dubai Silicon Oasis site is set for expansion , with planning and construction well underway for two new buildings alongside the three currently operational .

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cooling solutions , we have empowered Gulf Data Hub to attain exceptional energy efficiency and operational excellence ."

Himmath Mohammed , Chief Information Officer at Gulf Data Hub , said : " Vertiv ' s commitment to innovation and reliability has been a driving force in shaping the data centre landscape . As we navigate the dynamic challenges of the digital era .”

This collaboration recognizes their shared commitment to establish new data centre efficiencies and sustainability benchmarks in the region , leveraging Vertiv uninterruptible power supply , UPS , energy storage and cooling technologies .

Ian Paul , Colocation and Hyperscale Strategic Segments Director for Middle East , Turkey and Central Asia at Vertiv , said : " Through our advanced UPS and

The Dubai Silicon Oasis data centre ’ s implementation has enabled Gulf Data Hub to maintain operational efficiency with enhanced power usage effectiveness , PUE while supporting functionality standards . p

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