Data Center Renovation Global Market Report 2024

The data center renovation market size has grown exponentially in recent years. It will grow from $24.4 billion in 2023 to $30.08 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 23.3%. The growth observed in the historical period can be attributed to the modernization of legacy infrastructure, the escalating need for expanded data storage capabilities, heightened concerns regarding energy efficiency, and efforts towards upgrading security and compliance measures.

The data center renovation market size is expected to see exponential growth in the next few years. It will grow to $74.66 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 25.5%. Anticipated growth in the forecast period is expected to be fueled by the integration of edge computing, the implementation of 5G technology, a strong focus on sustainability and green computing practices, and an increased emphasis on resilience and disaster recovery strategies.

The expanding reliance on online services is set to drive the growth of the data center renovation market in the foreseeable future. The surge in using online platforms for various purposes such as payments, shopping, travel, entertainment, and healthcare will significantly elevate data traffic across diverse industries. This trend will prompt leaders in the data center renovation sector to upgrade their backend IT infrastructure to effectively accommodate the evolving market dynamics. For instance, a report from DataReportal, a Singapore-based business intelligence firm, revealed that as of April 2022, 5 billion individuals globally, equivalent to 63% of the world's population are internet users, with an anticipated addition of around 200 million new internet users between 2021 and 2022. Hence, the escalating adoption of online services stands as a key driver behind the growth of the data center renovation market.

The increasing uptake of cloud computing is poised to drive the expansion of the data center renovation market in the foreseeable future. Cloud adoption denotes the utilization of cloud computing services and resources by individuals, companies, or entities to bolster their IT capabilities and accomplish specific goals. Cloud computing's attributes, such as scalability, flexibility, cost-efficiency, and support for critical functions such as data storage, backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity, make it a valuable asset in data center upgrades. As evidenced by a December 2021 survey by O’Reilly Media Inc., encompassing 2,834 respondents globally, 90% disclosed their current use of cloud-based applications. Looking ahead, 48% intend to transition over half of their applications to the cloud within the next year, while 20% aspire for a complete shift to cloud-based solutions. Consequently, the increasing embrace of cloud computing is propelling the growth trajectory of the data center renovation market.

Leading companies within the data center renovation market are innovating by introducing vertical data centers to bolster their competitiveness and drive profitability. A vertical data center, within the context of renovation, signifies a design strategy that maximizes the utilization of vertical space within a data center facility. For instance, in May 2023, Scala Data Centers, a Brazil-based provider, launched the 6MW IT SGRUTB05 data center, ranking as the second largest vertical facility in Latin America. This groundbreaking facility spans 6,700 sqm in built area, towering at 35.5 meters with five floors, three of which are dedicated to high-density data halls accommodating approximately 400 racks and boasting a total power capacity of nearly 9MW. Scala's innovative One Scala Template methodology, executed by a Center of Excellence comprising over 200 experts, streamlined the design, project management, construction, and commissioning processes, effectively meeting the demands of the Hyperscale market. Notably, SGRUTB05 operates entirely on renewable energy sources, achieving a remarkable PUE under 1.4, zero WUE, and adheres strictly to eco-friendly data center standards such as LEED and ANSI/TIA-942-B.

Prominent players in the data center renovation sector are unveiling cutting-edge next-generation facilities, incorporating state-of-the-art power supply systems to bolster their competitiveness and profitability in the market. These upgraded power systems, within the context of renovating next-gen data center facilities, involve the integration of advanced technologies and methodologies to ensure a dependable, efficient, and sustainable power infrastructure. For example, in May 2022, Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd., a China-based leader in information and communications technology, introduced PowerPOD 3.0 as part of its Next-Generation Data Center Facility initiative. This initiative is centered on sustainability, simplification, autonomous operation, and reliability, underscoring Huawei's commitment to developing smart, low-carbon data centers. The groundbreaking PowerPOD 3.0, a novel power supply system, reduces physical footprint by 40%, slashes energy consumption by an impressive 70%, accelerates deployment from 2 months to a mere 2 weeks, and enhances reliability with a 38% reduction in SLA fault rates. The facility implements comprehensive metrics such as PUE, CUE, WUE, and GUE to measure sustainability beyond traditional power usage effectiveness. Huawei's advancements aim to drive more efficient and environmentally conscious operations within data center infrastructure.

In April 2022, D9 Technologies, a specialized IT consultation services provider based in the US, successfully completed the acquisition of Volta Data Centres for a total deal value of $58.5 million. This strategic acquisition by D9 Technologies serves as a pivotal step in establishing an integrated platform dedicated to data center renovation. Volta Data Centres, headquartered in the UK, specializes in offering independent data center operations.

Major companies operating in the data center renovation market report are APL Data Center, IBM Corporation, Cisco Systems Inc., Schneider Electric SE, Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company, ABB Ltd., Eiffage Énergie SAS, Eaton Corporation PLC, Turner Construction Co., AECOM, Gilbane Building Company Inc., JE Dunn Construction Group Inc., Hensel Phelps Construction Co. Inc., DPR Construction Inc., HITT Contracting Inc., Black & Veatch Holding Company, SAS Institute Inc., MA Mortenson Company Inc., Panduit Corporation, CyrusOne Inc., Nabholz Corporation, Fortis Construction Inc., Clune Construction Company, L.P., Cap Ingelec SAS, Raritan Inc., Submer Technologies, Sunbird Software Inc., Gilford Corporation, Fujitsu Limited, NTT Global Data Centers Corp., Vertiv Holdings Co.

South America was the largest region in the data center renovation market in 2023. North America was the second largest region of the data center renovation market. The regions covered in the data center renovation market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the data center renovation market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

In the data center renovation market, products encompass various categories such as cooling solutions, power infrastructure, IT racks and enclosures, networking equipment, Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM), and several others. Cooling solutions involve methods that supplement or replace traditional mechanical cooling, utilizing alternative equipment or techniques enabled by higher operating temperatures. These approaches facilitate improved airflow within hot and cold aisle containment models, ensuring consistent and effective cooling outcomes. Data center renovation is adopted by organizations of all sizes such as small, medium, and large in diverse applications across sectors including BFSI, IT and telecommunications, manufacturing, government, healthcare, and various other industries seeking upgraded data center infrastructure.

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The data center renovation market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing data center renovation for colocation center, enterprise and cloud. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.