Global Switch Amsterdam
Operated by Global Switch
Capacity
133.2MW
Tier Level
Tier 3
Concurrently maintainable — dual distribution paths, one active
PUE
1.28
GoodGreen Score
66/ 100
Certifications
1
Nearest IXP
AMS-IX Amsterdam
58 km away
Technical Specifications
| Facility Name | Global Switch Amsterdam |
| Operator | Global Switch |
| Facility Type | Colocation |
| Power Capacity | 133.2 MW |
| PUE Efficiency | 1.28Good |
| Tier Certification | Tier 3 — Concurrently maintainable — dual distribution paths, one active |
| Location | 🇳🇱 Rotterdam, Netherlands |
| GPS Coordinates | 51.9123, 4.4762 |
| Country Grid Carbon Intensity | 320 gCO2/kWhAverage |
| Certifications | SOC 2 |
| Data Source | atlas |
| Verification Status | Verified |
Connectivity & Network
0
IXPs within 50 km
1
IXPs within 100 km
6
IXPs within 500 km
Nearest Internet Exchange Points
| Name | City | Distance | Participants |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMS-IX Amsterdam | Amsterdam | 58 km | 900 |
| ECIX Düsseldorf | Düsseldorf | 176 km | 60 |
| LINX London | London | 320 km | 950 |
| DE-CIX Frankfurt | Frankfurt | 356 km | 1,100 |
| France-IX Paris | Paris | 372 km | 400 |
Sustainability & Environmental Impact
PUE Rating
Good efficiency, better than industry average
17.9% better than global avg (1.56)
Green Score
66.0/ 100
Carbon Intensity (🇳🇱 NL)
Est. Annual CO2
477.9ktonnes
Energy Mix (🇳🇱 Netherlands)
Global Switch Portfolio
Global Switch
18 facilities across 6 countries
Total Facilities
18
Countries
6
Facility Types
Countries Present
Other Global Switch Facilities
Local Market Context
6
Facilities in Rotterdam
63
Facilities in Netherlands
3
Operators in Rotterdam
#4
City rank in Netherlands
Rotterdam ranks #4 in Netherlands by facility count, with 6 data centers operated by 3 providers.
Competitive Landscape in Rotterdam
Rotterdam has 6 facilities from 3 operators.
Leaseweb
YondrNearby Facilities from Other Operators
Yondr Amsterdam
VerifiedYondr·Rotterdam, Netherlandshyperscale
96.3 MW
Tier 3
1.52
Leaseweb Amsterdam 3
VerifiedLeaseweb·Rotterdam, Netherlandscolocation
85.6 MW
Tier 3
1.60
Leaseweb Amsterdam 2
VerifiedLeaseweb·Rotterdam, Netherlandscolocation
22.9 MW
Tier 2
1.15
Oracle Cloud Amsterdam
Verified
Oracle Cloud·The Hague, Netherlandshyperscale
110.7 MW
Tier 3
1.33
Scaleway·The Hague, Netherlandscolocation
104.5 MW
Tier 3
1.55
Leaseweb Amsterdam
VerifiedLeaseweb·The Hague, Netherlandscolocation
173.8 MW
Tier 3
1.53
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Global Switch Amsterdam?
Global Switch Amsterdam is a colocation data center operated by Global Switch in Rotterdam, Netherlands, with 133.2 MW capacity and Tier 3 certification.
What certifications does Global Switch Amsterdam have?
Global Switch Amsterdam holds the following certifications: SOC 2.
How efficient is Global Switch Amsterdam?
Global Switch Amsterdam has a Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) of 1.28, which is rated as "good". This is 17.9% better than the global average PUE of 1.56.
What is the nearest Internet Exchange Point to Global Switch Amsterdam?
The nearest IXP is AMS-IX Amsterdam in Amsterdam, located 58 km away with 900 connected participants.