Equinix invests €350M in new French data center

Digital infrastructure leader Equinix has launched a major new data center in Meudon, France, representing a EUR 350 million investment in the company’s xScale portfolio. The PA13x facility, unveiled alongside the Global Summit for AI Action, combines high-performance computing capabilities with innovative environmental sustainability features.

Project Overview: The new PA13x data center spans 78,910 square feet of colocation space and delivers 28.8MW of IT capacity to support advanced computing and AI workloads.

• The facility comprises 12 data halls within a 20,745 square meter building
• The project represents a EUR 350 million investment in France’s digital infrastructure
• The data center is strategically located in Meudon, Ile-de-France, strengthening Equinix’s presence in Southern Paris

Sustainability Innovations: The facility incorporates multiple environmental features that demonstrate Equinix’s commitment to sustainable data center operations.

• A partnership with Engie Solutions enables excess heat recovery for Meudon’s local heating network
• Photovoltaic panels covering 350 square meters generate on-site renewable energy
• Sound-dampening roof and acoustic isolation walls minimize community noise impact

Regional Impact: PA13x represents a significant expansion of Equinix’s French operations while supporting local development goals.

• The facility joins Equinix’s existing network of ten data centers across Paris
• The combined Paris portfolio includes three xScale and seven International Business Exchange facilities
• Total Paris operations now exceed 665,000 square feet of data center space

Key Stakeholder Perspectives: Leadership from both Equinix and local government emphasize the project’s strategic importance.

• Regis Castagne, Managing Director of Equinix France, highlighted the facility’s role in supporting sustainable digital economy growth
• Denis Larghero, Mayor of Meudon, emphasized the project’s contribution to regional innovation and digital sovereignty
• The partnership between Equinix and Engie Solutions builds on previous collaboration at the Saint-Denis site

Strategic Implications: The PA13x facility positions Equinix to capitalize on growing demand for AI infrastructure while setting new standards for environmental responsibility in data center operations.