Market Snapshot
The Russia Data Center Market is segmented by hotspot (Moscow), data center size (large, massive, medium, mega, small), tier type (Tier 1 and 2, Tier 3, Tier 4), and absorption (non-utilized, utilized). Key data points include IT load capacity for existing and upcoming data centers, current and upcoming hotspots, average mobile data consumption, volume of fiber cable connectivity in KM, existing and upcoming submarine cables, rack space utilization, and number of data centers by tier.
Market Overview
The Russia Data Center Market is experiencing substantial growth driven by increasing data consumption due to smart city projects, investments by major companies, and a surge in smartphone penetration. The rise in online shopping, cloud adoption, and the increasing number of businesses leveraging modern technology also contribute to the demand for data centers. Moscow remains the primary hotspot, housing the majority of data centers in the country.
Key Market Trends
- Surge in Mobile Internet Services: The increasing number of smartphone users, driven by the demand for mobile internet services and applications, significantly boosts data generation and storage needs.
- Expansion of Fiber Internet Connections: The popularity of fiber internet connections is rising, offering higher speeds and better reliability, which drives the demand for data processing and storage facilities.
- Growth in Tier 4 Data Centers: The demand for Tier 4 data centers is projected to grow significantly due to their high reliability and lower downtime, making them preferable for businesses providing cloud-based services.
Competitive Landscape
The Russia Data Center Market is moderately consolidated, with key players actively expanding their facilities and enhancing service offerings. The market features a mix of local and international companies focusing on advanced data center solutions to cater to the growing digital needs of various industries.
Major Players
- IXCELERATE LLC: A leading data center provider offering a range of services including colocation, cloud, and hybrid solutions, with significant investments in expanding their facilities.
- MTS PJSC (MTS Group): A major telecommunications operator in Russia, providing comprehensive data center and cloud services to various sectors.
- Rostelecom: The leading player in the Russian market with extensive data center facilities and ongoing expansion plans to meet growing demand.
- Selectel Ltd: Offers a wide range of data center services, including colocation, cloud, and managed services, catering to diverse business needs.
- Yandex.Cloud LLC: A key player in the cloud services market, providing scalable and secure data center solutions for businesses across Russia.
Recent Developments
- DataPro: Opened the first Tier-IV data center in Eastern Europe with a capacity to accommodate 1,600 racks, marking a significant advancement in the Russian data center market.
- Yandex: Announced the construction of a new 63MW data center in Kaluga Oblast, capable of accommodating over 3,800 server racks.
- 3data: Partnered with Alias Group to build a new data center in Krasnodar, set to open by the end of 2023, expanding their footprint in the region.