Global Switch Amsterdam 2
Operated by Global Switch
Capacity
104MW
Tier Level
Tier 3
Concurrently maintainable — dual distribution paths, one active
PUE
1.20
ExcellentGreen Score
70/ 100
Certifications
3
Nearest IXP
AMS-IX Amsterdam
57 km away
Technical Specifications
| Facility Name | Global Switch Amsterdam 2 |
| Operator | Global Switch |
| Facility Type | Colocation |
| Power Capacity | 104 MW |
| PUE Efficiency | 1.20Excellent |
| Tier Certification | Tier 3 — Concurrently maintainable — dual distribution paths, one active |
| Location | 🇳🇱 Rotterdam, Netherlands |
| GPS Coordinates | 51.9277, 4.4745 |
| Country Grid Carbon Intensity | 320 gCO2/kWhAverage |
| Certifications | SOC 2ISO 27001PCI DSS |
| 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 | 57 km | 900 |
| ECIX Düsseldorf | Düsseldorf | 177 km | 60 |
| LINX London | London | 320 km | 950 |
| DE-CIX Frankfurt | Frankfurt | 357 km | 1,100 |
| France-IX Paris | Paris | 373 km | 400 |
Sustainability & Environmental Impact
PUE Rating
Exceptional efficiency, among the best globally
23.1% better than global avg (1.56)
Green Score
70.0/ 100
Carbon Intensity (🇳🇱 NL)
Est. Annual CO2
349.8ktonnes
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
Leaseweb Amsterdam 2
VerifiedLeaseweb·Rotterdam, Netherlandscolocation
22.9 MW
Tier 2
1.15
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
Oracle Cloud Amsterdam
Verified
Oracle Cloud·The Hague, Netherlandshyperscale
110.7 MW
Tier 3
1.33
Leaseweb Amsterdam
VerifiedLeaseweb·The Hague, Netherlandscolocation
173.8 MW
Tier 3
1.53
Scaleway·The Hague, Netherlandscolocation
104.5 MW
Tier 3
1.55
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Global Switch Amsterdam 2?
Global Switch Amsterdam 2 is a colocation data center operated by Global Switch in Rotterdam, Netherlands, with 104 MW capacity and Tier 3 certification.
What certifications does Global Switch Amsterdam 2 have?
Global Switch Amsterdam 2 holds the following certifications: SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI DSS.
How efficient is Global Switch Amsterdam 2?
Global Switch Amsterdam 2 has a Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) of 1.20, which is rated as "excellent". This is 23.1% better than the global average PUE of 1.56.
What is the nearest Internet Exchange Point to Global Switch Amsterdam 2?
The nearest IXP is AMS-IX Amsterdam in Amsterdam, located 57 km away with 900 connected participants.