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ICS Arabia: Riyadh
Short Code: Desert Dragon project
Site was first built in 2026 and
has expansions through 2027
PUE: 1.55
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ICS Arabia has started construction on the first facility for its Desert Dragon project in Saudi Arabia. This significant undertaking is a collaborative effort with Shanghai Lummington and China Mobile International, stemming from a Memorandum of Agreement signed in September 2024. The first phase involves building a facility in Riyadh, which is anticipated to be operational by June 2026.
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Sites within 15 miles of ICS Arabia: Riyadh
| Distance | Site | About |
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| 0.04 miles | XDS: Riyadh |
UAE-based XDS Data Centres has established a strategic partnership with ICS Arabia, which is currently constructing and handing over two immersion-cooled data centers to XDS. The Riyadh facility is scheduled for delivery in June 2026.
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ICS Arabia is a prominent general contractor specializing in turnkey Tier III+ data centers, smart buildings, mission-critical facilities, ICT/ELV engineering, and digital modernization projects within KSA. The company provides comprehensive services across the entire project lifecycle, encompassing design, engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, operations, and maintenance.
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