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Russia Data Center Market Investment to Reach $2.47 Billion by 2030- Exclusive Research Report by Arizton
"Russia Data Center Market Research Report by Arizton" Get Insights on 97 Existing Data Centers Facilities across Russia According to Arizton's latest research report, the Russia data center market is growing at a CAGR of 9.40% during 2024-2030. Report Scope: Market Size (Investment): USD 2.47 Billion (2030) Market Size (Area): 507 Thousand Sq. Feet (2030) Market Size (Power Capacity): 118 Mw (2030) CAGR - Investment (2024-2030): 9.40% Colocation Market Size (Revenue): USD 1.26 Billion (2030) Historic Year: 2021-2023 Base Year: 2024 Forecast Year: 2025-2030 Market Overview The Russia data center market is experiencing remarkable growth, driven by increasing cloud adoption, rapid digitalization, and the integration of advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML). The Russian government is playing a pivotal role in this expansion through several strategic initiatives. Notably, the Ministry of Digital Development has launched the 'Coordination Center for Data Centers and Cloud Technologies' under the Autonomous Non-Commercial Organization (ANO). This initiative aims to support data center operators by offering loans at interest rates slightly above 5%, enabling the expansion of data center infrastructure across the country. Furthermore, local construction contractors and data center operators are expanding their services to meet the growing demand for colocation, attracting new market entrants and encouraging further investment in state-of-the-art facilities. This surge in activity highlights the Russia data center market's vibrant outlook, underpinned by technological innovation and proactive government support, positioning the country as a key player in the global digital infrastructure landscape. Russia Accelerates 5G Rollout, Fueling Data Center Growth and Digital Innovation Russia is steadily advancing its 4G and 5G infrastructure, paving the way for a nationwide surge in data center investments. As mobile data consumption rises, telecom operators and digital service providers are under increasing pressure to reduce latency and boost real-time processing capabilities. Supporting this digital transformation, the Russian government has introduced strategic initiatives, most notably the Strategy for the Development of the Communications Industry in the Russian Federation for 2024–2035. In addition to outlining a long-term roadmap, the plan includes financial incentives and targeted funding to accelerate 4G and 5G deployment across the country. Complementing these efforts, leading telecom providers such as MTS, MegaFon, and Beeline are actively investing in high-bandwidth, low-latency services to meet the evolving needs of consumers and industries. As 5G infrastructure scales, demand for edge data centers is set to grow significantly. These facilities will play a critical role in enabling local data processing, reducing latency, and delivering seamless, high-performance digital experiences, supporting Russia's vision for smart cities, autonomous technologies, and Industry 4.0. Recent Market News In July 2024, Rostelecom, a Russian telecommunications provider, planned to acquire a data center facility in Moscow, operated by PNK Group; the IT capacity of the facility was slated to be over 72 MW In August 2024, Rostelecom, a Russian data center operator, acquired a data center facility in Medvedkovo, Russia, from 3Data for an investment of over $287 million In April 2025, Yandex decided to develop a new data center facility in Mozhaisk, Russia, for an investment of over $192.93 million. The project will be developed near the village of Zachatye. Sustainability Initiatives Drive Surge in Data Center Investments Across Russia As sustainability becomes a central priority in global infrastructure development, the data center industry is experiencing a growing wave of investment driven by environmentally responsible practices. With data centers known for their high energy consumption, investors are increasingly favoring facilities that embrace green technologies to reduce both environmental impact and long-term operational costs. In Russia, data center operators are capitalizing on the country's natural climate advantages by adopting energy-efficient cooling technologies, most notably, free-cooling systems that utilize ambient cold air. These efforts have helped facilities achieve power usage effectiveness (PUE) ratios as low as 1.5, signaling significant improvements in energy efficiency. Further supporting this sustainable shift, Russia generated approximately 21% of its electricity from renewable sources in 2023, according to the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA). Hydropower dominated this mix, contributing over 89% of total renewable output, followed by solar, wind, and biomass energy. Looking ahead, renewable energy adoption in Russia is expected to rise substantially, backed by government support and favorable policies. As a result, the data center sector is poised for further expansion, attracting increased investment from stakeholders focused on long-term sustainability and climate-conscious growth. Moscow Strengthens Its Position in Russia's Data Center Market Moscow continues to solidify its status as Russia's leading hub for data center development, supported by its strong digital economy and advanced infrastructure. In May 2025, the Moscow Internet Exchange (MSK-IX) reported an average internet traffic of approximately 4,545 Gbps, underscoring the city's vital role in national connectivity. Hosting over 58 data centers, Moscow boasts the largest and most diverse network of facilities in the country, with major providers including DataPro, IXcellerate, Telehouse, Selectel, DataSpace, Rostelecom, and 3Data. The presence of large enterprises in finance, media, and retail further fuels demand for cloud services and cutting-edge technologies such as AI, big data, and the Internet of Things. Key Company Profiles IT Infrastructure Providers Fujitsu Huawei Technologies IBM Juniper Networks Lenovo NetApp Supermicro Data Center Construction Contractors & Sub-Contractors Arup Astron Buildings DCDeployed Granlund Group Green MDC Haka Moscow Hexatronic Group LANIT-projects MonArch Group Nefteresurs Sirius Sintec TECEZE XYZ Realty Support Infrastructure Providers Aksa Power Generation Baudouin Bray International Carrier Centiel Climate Technologies Climaveneta CNC Electric CSBattery ENERGY Cyber Power Systems Delta Electronics EMICON FG Wilson GE Vernova HiRef HITEC Power Protection KyotoCooling MIROTEK Mitsubishi Electric Parus Electro Perkins Engine Rehlko Riello Elettronica Group Saft Shanghai Shenglin M&E Technology Socomec Group SVC Smart Voltage Control Teksan Tempesto Group Toshiba Vertiv HTS-Hosser Telecom Solutions KB BOREY Data Center Investors 3Data Atomdata (Rosatom) DataPro IXcellerate Key Point Linxdatacenter MTS OBIT Rostelecom Selectel Yandex DataHouse New Entrants Liberum Navitas X5 Group Market Segmentation & Forecasts IT Infrastructure Servers Storage Systems Network Infrastructure Electrical Infrastructure UPS Systems Generators Transfer Switches & Switchgears PDUs Other Electrical Infrastructure Mechanical Infrastructure Cooling Systems Rack Cabinets Other Mechanical Infrastructure Cooling Systems CRAC & CRAH Units Chiller Units Cooling Towers, Condensers & Dry Coolers Other Cooling Units General Construction Core & Shell Development Installation & Commissioning Services Engineering & Building Design Fire Detection & Suppression Systems Physical Security Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM) Tier Standard Tier I & Tier II Tier III Tier IV Geography Moscow Other Cities Why Should you Buy this Research? This research provides a comprehensive analysis of the Russian data center market, covering key factors such as investment size, facility area, power capacity, and colocation market revenue. It offers detailed insights into data center investments by colocation, hyperscale, and enterprise operators across more than 13 cities, including existing and upcoming facilities. The report examines market trends, growth opportunities, and challenges, supported by a clear assessment of IT load capacity and area developments. It also includes a thorough overview of retail and wholesale colocation pricing, along with forecasts through 2030. Additionally, the study highlights the roles of leading IT infrastructure providers, construction contractors, and investors, supported by a transparent research methodology focused on supply and demand dynamics. This makes the report a valuable tool for anyone looking to understand or invest in Russia's evolving data center landscape. Japan Data Center Market - Investment Analysis & Growth Opportunities 2025-2030 China Data Center Market - Investment Analysis & Growth Opportunities 2025-2030 What Key Findings Will Our Research Analysis Reveal? How big is the Russia data center market? How much MW of power capacity will be added across Russia during 2025-2030? How many existing and upcoming data center facilities exist in Russia? What is the growth rate of the Russia data center market? What factors are driving the Russian data center market? Who are the key investors in the Russian data center market? Why Arizton? 100% Customer Satisfaction 24x7 availability – we are always there when you need us 200+ Fortune 500 Companies trust Arizton's report 80% of our reports are exclusive and first in the industry 100% more data and analysis 1500+ reports published till date Post-Purchase Benefit 1hr of free analyst discussion 10% off on customization About Us: Arizton Advisory and Intelligence is an innovative and quality-driven firm that offers cutting-edge research solutions to clients worldwide. We excel in providing comprehensive market intelligence reports and advisory and consulting services. We offer comprehensive market research reports on consumer goods & retail technology, automotive and mobility, smart tech, healthcare, life sciences, industrial machinery, chemicals, materials, I.T. and media, logistics, and packaging. These reports contain detailed industry analysis, market size, share, growth drivers, and trend forecasts. 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CTV News
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Quebec to invest $10M in company developing Canadian-made satellite launch technology
Quebec Premier Francois Legault looks through a hand-held thermal imager during a tour of Thales Canada Defense and Security Optronics in Montreal on Monday, June 9, 2025. (Christinne Muschi/The Canadian Press) MONTREAL — Quebec premier François Legault says the province will invest $10 million in a Montreal-area company that is developing a system to launch small satellites into space. Legault announced the investment in Reaction Dynamics at the company's facility in Longueuil. Economy Minister Christine Fréchette says the investment will allow the company to begin launching microsatellites into orbit from Canada as early as 2027. Reaction Dynamics plans to use a rocket called Aurora to launch the satellites. Company President Bachar Elzein says the hybrid propulsion system they use contains fewer pieces than traditional rocket motors, making them safer and simpler to produce. Legault said Canada is the only country in the G7 without domestic satellite launching capacity. A first demonstration flight is expected to take place later this year. This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 9, 2025. By Morgan Lowrie, The Canadian Press
Globe and Mail
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MedX Announces Final Closing of Non-Brokered Private Placement
MedX Health Corp. (' MedX ' or the ' Company ') (TSX-V: MDX) is pleased to announce that, further to its Press Releases dated April 7, and May 22, 2025, announcing an Initial Closing and further Closing, it has completed a final Closing of the Non-brokered Private Placement to accredited investors originally announced in its Press Release dated February 25, 2025. The Final Closing comprised the issuance of 8,678,571 Units (as described below) and raised cash proceeds of $607,500, bringing the total amount raised in the Placement to $2,063,500. Securities issued are subject to a regulatory 'hold' period of four months and one day from the date of issuance. Under this Non-Brokered Private Placement, the Company issued a total of 29,478,571 Units at $0.07 per Unit ('Unit'). Each Unit is comprised of One (1) fully paid common share and One (1) Share Purchase Warrant (' Warrant ( s)'), exercisable to purchase One (1) further Common Share at the price of $0.09, during the period of one year commencing on the date of issuance. Three Insiders participated in this Placement to the extent of $500,000, for the acquisition of a total of 7,142,857 Units. In connection with the issuance of Units to those Insiders, the Company relies on exemptions from formal valuation and minority shareholder approval requirements set out in Multilateral Instrument 61-101 – Protection of Minority Security Holders in Special Transactions (' MI 61-101 '). as (i) the fair market value of the proposed placement to the Insiders does not exceed 25% of the market capitalization of the Company and (ii) the conditions in section 5.7(1)(a), section 5.7(1)(b) and section 5.7(1)(e) of MI 61-101 are met. Qualified agents received total cash commissions of $15,880, (equal to 8% of the gross proceeds received by the Company from the sale of the Units to subscribers introduced by such agent(s)), and 226,857 agent's warrants (' Agent's Warrant(s) ') (equal to 8% of subscriptions introduced by such agent(s)). Each Agent's Warrant, which is non-transferable, entitles the holder to acquire, at the price of CAD$0.07, a unit, comprised of One (1) fully paid Common Share and one (1) non-transferable share purchase warrant (' Agent's Share Purchase Warrant '), entitling the holder to acquire one additional Common Share at the price of CAD$0.09. The Agent's Warrants and any Agent's Share Purchase Warrants that may be issued pursuant to exercise of an Agent's Warrant, if not exercised, will expire one year following the date of issuance. Funds raised in this Placement are being be directed towards continuing development of the Company's leading edge SIAscopy® on DermSecure® telemedicine platform, building out the launch of its technology into the occupational health marketplace, and general corporate purposes. About MedX Health Corp.: MedX, headquartered in Ontario, Canada, is a leading medical device and software company focused on skin health with its SIAscopy® on DermSecure® telemedicine platform, utilizing its SIAscopy® technology. SIAscopy® is also imbedded in its products SIAMETRICS®, SIMSYS®, and MoleMate®, which MedX manufactures in its ISO 13485 certified facility. SIAMETRICS®, SIMSYS®, and MoleMate® include hand-held devices that use patented technology utilizing light and its remittance to view up to 2 mm beneath suspicious moles and lesions in a pain free, non-invasive manner, with its software then creating real-time images for physicians and dermatologists to evaluate all types of moles or lesions within seconds. These products are cleared by Health Canada, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the Therapeutic Goods Administration and Conformité Européenne for use in Canada, the U.S., Australia, New Zealand, the European Union and Turkey. Visit This Media Release may contain forward-looking statements, which reflect the Company's current expectations regarding future events. The forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties.
