The Hexagon Data Center, located in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is a significant government project spearheaded by the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA). This facility will span an impressive 30 million sq ft and boasts a substantial power capacity of 480MW. It has achieved Tier IV design certification from the Uptime Institute, ensuring high levels of reliability and availability.
The data center's unique design features two concentric hexagons, reflecting its name. It is intended to host over 290 government systems and is engineered to meet green building requirements. The Hexagon Data Center is a key component of Saudi Vision 2030, aiming to diversify the nation's economy through digital transformation, smart infrastructure, and by establishing the Kingdom as a global hub for data, ensuring data sovereignty and security.
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Jan 2, 2026 - Stage Change
Saudi Arabian government breaks ground on 30 million sq ft Hexagon data center in Riyadh - New Stage: Under Construction
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Saudi Data & AI Authority (SDAIA)
Data Center Operator at Hexagon Data Center Site Code: NIC Hexagon-RD-AZ Headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia