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Europe's premier connectivity hub - 23-acre Haarlem campus expanding to 43,1MW with unmatched carrier density
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Iron Mountain Amsterdam data center
Iron Mountain's Amsterdam data center (AMS-1), located in Haarlem just 20 kilometers from Amsterdam, is one of Europe's most dynamic connectivity hubs and one of the few providers expanding in the Amsterdam region. Our 23-acre campus delivers hyperscale and enterprise-grade infrastructure with 13,1MW of current power capacity with an additional 10 MW currently in development, and a total of 43,1MW, across 17.000 square meters, growing to 30.000 square meters at full build out. AMS-1 hosts a thriving ecosystem of over 160 customers, including 60 carriers and world-leading Internet Exchange Points, creating high-value interconnected ecosystems that drive your business forward.
- 23-AcreCampus
- 43,1MWTotal capacity at full build
- 60+On-Site carriers
- 30.000Square meters at full build
Why leading cloud & enterprises choose our Amsterdam data center (AMS-1)
Amsterdam data center overview
- Size: 17.000 square meters current data center space with expansion to 30.000 square meters on 23-acre secure campus
- Power: 13,1MW current capacity expanding to 43,1MW with 2N/N+1 redundancy
- Next 10 MW expansion expected by 2027, as part of 30 total additional MW expected by end of the decade
- Infrastructure Redundancy: Concurrently maintainable with diverse fiber entry points
- Cooling: N+1 with block redundant power
- Matched by 100% renewable energy
- Deployment Options: Colocation cabinets, dedicated cages and data center modules on a traditional raised floor
- Design: Single-story facility with seven data halls and hot/cold aisle containment
- High-density configurations available, 46U to 52U cabinets
- Hyperscale cloud-ready infrastructure
- Exceptional energy efficiency levels, market-leading PUE
- Security: 24/7/365 on-site monitoring with three-factor access control (badge + pin + biometrics) in data halls and two-factor at building entrance
- 24/7/365 Smart Hands support by skilled local professionals
- Customer conference rooms and shared work areas with guest Wi-Fi
- Industrial loading dock with lift gates for equipment delivery and secure staging areas
- Professional migration services are available
- Service area: Amsterdam, Netherlands; EMEA region and beyond
- Distance: 20 kilometers from Amsterdam city center
- Airport: 17 kilometers from Amsterdam International Airport (AMS)
- Location: Haarlem, Netherlands (Westpoort connectivity zone)
- Central European connectivity hub with low-latency access to major metros
- Strategic location for serving European markets
- Address: J.W. Lucasweg 35, 2031 BE Haarlem, Netherlands
Network Infrastructure:
- Diverse Entry Points: Multiple diverse fiber points of entry with redundant routing paths
- Cloud Connectivity: Direct access to major hyperscale cloud providers with dedicated on-ramps
- Carrier-Neutral Facility: Wide selection of carriers with 60+ on-site network providers
- Exchange Access: Direct connectivity to AMS-IX, NL-ix, and NDIX for enhanced peering options, including 1,63 Tb/s of peak traffic on AMS-IX
- European Gateway: Strategic connectivity hub for low-latency access across European markets
Network Services:
- Cross Connects: Secure connections to the ecosystem of carriers, partners, and customers in AMS-1 Meet-Me-Rooms
- Direct Internet Access/IP Transit: Multiple upstream providers, including Arelion, Lumen and Zayo, with redundant connectivity paths supporting BGP and TCP/IP v4 or v6
- Cloud On-Ramps: Low-latency connections via AT&T, IX Reach, and Megaport to major cloud providers and software-defined networks
- Private Network Transport/Virtual Cross Connects: Point-to-point L2 connectivity available between Iron Mountain data centers, leveraging our network backbone
- Access to SDN exchanges
Comprehensive compliance meeting the most stringent regulatory and industry standards
Global Standards (ISO Certifications):
- ISO 27001 (Information Security Management)
- ISO 50001 (Energy Management)
- ISO 14001 (Environmental Management)
- ISO 22301 (Business Continuity Management)
- ISO 9001 (Quality Management)
Industry Standards:
- AMS-IX Standard compliance for Internet Exchange connectivity
- PCI-DSS certification for payment card industry standards (Financial Services)
- Tier III data center design for infrastructure reliability
Infrastructure & Operations:
- SOC 2 Type II audit reports
- SOC 3 audit reports
Environmental & Energy:
- Climate Neutral Group certified for carbon neutrality
- Dedicated renewables contracts (solar, tidal) to improve hour-by-hour clean energy (24/7 Carbon Free Energy)
- BREEAM green building accreditation for all new builds
Customer success stories
AMS-IX
The challenge:
AMS-IX, which has been operating at the core of the internet for more than 25 years, needed to find a trusted partner to help grow their peering interconnection at a massive scale. The organization's goal is to provide interconnection so that end-users enjoy fast, stable, cost-effective online experiences. Security, uptime, available ecosystems and a strategic location were key factors in their search for a data center.The results:
With Iron Mountain, AMS-IX found the strategic Amsterdam location they were looking for, along with top-tier reliability, quality infrastructure and the highest levels of security. The strategic location, which is in close proximity to additional European ecosystems, will allow AMS-IX to grow even further in the future.
In their words:
"In a few short years, Iron Mountain and AMS-IX have achieved great things together, not only in terms of interconnection growth, which has been impressive, but in building a deep and innovative relationship where the levels of trust are high enough for us to try out new technologies and solutions together."
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Frequently asked questions
What makes Iron Mountain's Amsterdam data center unique in the Netherlands market?
AMS-1 is the Netherlands' first 100% renewable-powered data center with the highest traffic levels of any colocation facility in Amsterdam (1,63 Tbit/s peak traffic on AMS-IX). Our 23-acre campus offers unmatched expansion potential (to 30.000 square meters and 43,1 MW) and connectivity density with 60+ carriers.
Where exactly is the AMS-1 data center located?
Our Amsterdam data center is located in Haarlem, Netherlands, just 20 kilometers from Amsterdam city center and 17 kilometers from Amsterdam International Airport. The precise address puts us in the strategic Westpoort connectivity zone.
What security and compliance measures are implemented at AMS-1?
AMS-1 maintains comprehensive security with three-factor access control (badge + pin + biometrics), 24/7 monitoring, and multiple compliance certifications including ISO 27001, SOC 1 Type II, and PCI-DSS. We're the only provider with worldwide ISO 9001, 14001, 27001, and 50001 compliance.
Can you tell me about the data center modules available at AMS-1?
We offer flexible deployment options from individual cabinets to dedicated cages and modular data center solutions. Our modules provide pre-configured, rapidly deployable infrastructure that can be customized to meet specific power, cooling, and space requirements.
What are the power specifications and expansion plans for AMS-1?
For Netherlands colocation needs, AMS-1 currently provides 13,1MW of power across 17.000 square meters of space. At full build, the campus will feature 43,1MW of power across 30.000 square meters. A 10 MW expansion is currently underway with expected completion in 2027, and another 20 MW expected in the coming years. The entire facility operates on 100% matched renewable energy with 2N/N+1 redundancy.
Why should enterprises choose Amsterdam and the Haarlem area for data center colocation?
Amsterdam is Europe's digital gateway with unparalleled connectivity density, progressive sustainability policies, and a strategic location for serving European markets. The Haarlem area specifically offers carrier-dense infrastructure with long-term power agreements in a premium location.