Beyon, Bahrain’s leading telecom and technology company, has announced the launch of a new data centre, which will be completely powered by clean and renewable energy. This is a first for the country and is entirely powered by energy generated from the company’s Solar Park at the Beyon Data Oasis at Hamala.
The news comes in the midst of rapid widespread change within the data centre industry, with greater calls for data centres to invest in renewable energy. It is clear that developers across the world are continuing efforts to better use renewable energy strategies.
Data centres using renewable energy in this way allows energy-intensive businesses to benefit from their own supply of energy, meaning they become less reliant on the National Grid. On a more national scale, the announcement comes after Bahrain committed to zero carbon neutrality by 2060, as reported by Data Center Dynamics, at the United National Climate Change Conference in 2021.
Beyon as a company prides itself on bringing technology closer to people and businesses with in class connectivity and digital solutions. Its focus is to create an international thriving and diverse digital growth portfolio that spans across sectors including financial services, IT solutions, cybersecurity, gov-tech, and ed-tech.
According to Beyon’s press release, it is expected that Beyon’s Solar Park Phase 1 and 2 will generate 3.6 GWh of clean energy, which hopes to contribute to a carbon footprint saving of over 2000 tonnes, and a cost saving of BD105,000 (US$278,517) annually.
The Data Oasis project was announced earlier in May 2023, proposing that the new data centre will be built on a 1.5mn square ft site. It will also be connected to the SEA-ME-WE 6 and the Batelco invested-AL Khaleej cables.
Quoted in the recent announcement, Chairman Shaikh Abdulla bin Khalifa Al Khalifa said: “Beyon’s efforts towards sustainability and clean energy production continues, and we have made great progress since the launch of the first phase of the Solar Park in November 2021. Today we are glad to announce the completion of the second phase of the project.
“We are also very proud of an unprecedented achievement in the telecommunications and technology sector, as Beyon’s Data Centre became the first in Bahrain to rely entirely on clean energy generated from the company’s Solar Park, which is located in the Beyon Data Oasis.”
He added: “Thus, we have set clear plans to start implementing the third phase of this project, which will be located in Hamala. Upon completion of this phase, the total clean energy production of Beyon will be approximately 6 GWh per year.”
Manama, Bahrain: Batelco, part of the Beyon Group, signed an agreement with Almoayyed Contracting Group to develop Bahrain’s first-ever White Space Data Center. The new facility will be strategically located within the Beyon Data Oasis and adjacent to a scalable solar farm highlighting the project''s emphasis on both sustainability and innovation.
The agreement was formalized by Batelco Chief Global Business Officer Hani Askar and Almoayyed Contracting Group Director and CEO Mr. M T Mathews, in the presence of officials from both companies. Once completed, the facility will stand as the largest and most power-dense in Bahrain, ensuring high availability, redundancy and industry-leading energy efficiency.
Batelco''s new White Space Data Center will cater to a wide array of customers, including cloud providers, AI-driven platforms, content delivery networks, internet exchanges and global submarine cable systems, leveraging the latest technologies to meet their evolving needs.
Speaking on the partnership, Hani Askar, Batelco Chief Global Business Officer said: “We are excited to partner with Almoayyed Contracting Group for the construction of our new White Space Data Center at the Beyon Data Oasis. The facility''s modular design provides a flexible, scalable infrastructure, perfectly suited to the high-density and technically sophisticated demands of our clients. This facility embodies our commitment to delivering customized solutions that can adapt and grow with our customers evolving needs."
"This project aligns with our ongoing strategic goal of establishing a robust digital infrastructure that positions Batelco as a leader in Bahrain''s digital transformation. With this new white space data center, we are ensuring that Batelco is future-ready and equipped to support the expansion and growth of the digital sector in the Kingdom, in line with the Economic Vision 2030," he added.
Mr. M T Mathews, Almoayyed Contracting Group Director and CEO said, "Almoayyed Contracting Group is delighted to collaborate with Batelco on their prestigious Data Center Project. It is our honour to contribute to this important venture, and we are committed to ensuring the timely completion of this project. The Batelco Data Center is a pivotal project in advancing Bahrain''s telecommunications landscape and its completion will be an important addition to the digital technology projects within the Kingdom."
The Batelco White Space Data Center will be built with sustainability at its core, leveraging the solar farm for a greener and more energy-efficient approach to data center operations, aligning with global standards for green data center practices.
Batelco has signed an agreement with Almoayyed Contracting Group to develop Bahrain''s first-ever White Space Data Center. The new facility will be strategically located within the Beyon Data Oasis and adjacent to a scalable solar farm highlighting the project''s emphasis on both sustainability and innovation.
The agreement was formalized by Batelco Chief Global Business Officer Hani Askar and Almoayyed Contracting Group Director and CEO Mr. M T Mathews, in the presence of officials from both companies. Once completed, the facility will stand as the largest and most power-dense in Bahrain, ensuring high availability, redundancy and industry-leading energy efficiency.
Batelco''s new White Space Data Center will cater to a wide array of customers, including cloud providers, AI-driven platforms, content delivery networks, internet exchanges and global submarine cable systems, leveraging the latest technologies to meet their evolving needs.The Batelco White Space Data Center will be built with sustainability at its core, leveraging the solar farm for a greener and more energy-efficient approach to data center operations, aligning with global standards for green data center practices.
Almoayyed Contracting Group is delighted to collaborate with Batelco on their prestigious Data Center Project. It is our honour to contribute to this important venture, and we are committed to ensuring the timely completion of this project. The Batelco Data Center is a pivotal project in advancing Bahrain''s telecommunications landscape and its completion will be an important addition to the digital technology projects within the Kingdom.
Andrea is Senior Editor and Vertical Analyst of the Telco and Techco segment at The Fast Mode. She covers global telecom markets, operator revenue strategies and emerging business areas, and heads thought leadership development in areas relating to CSPs, MNOs, MVNOs, MVNEs and cable.
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