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Data Center Colocation Market

Global Data Center Colocation Market Size, Share, Trends, Forecast: By Colocation Type: Retail Colocation, Wholesale Colocation; By Tier Level: Tier 1, Tier 2, Tier 3, Tier 4; By Enterprise Size: Small and Medium-sized Enterprises, Large Enterprises; By End Use: Retail, BFSI, IT and Telecom, Others; Regional Analysis; Competitive Landscape; 2024-2032

Global Data Center Colocation Market Outlook

The global data center colocation market size reached approximately USD 66.31 billion in 2023. The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 14.5% between 2024 and 2032, reaching a value of around USD 221.88 billion by 2032.

 

Key Trends in the Market

Data center colocation, commonly known as colocation, is a service that enables businesses to lease physical space, along with power and cooling resources, within an external data center facility. This arrangement serves as a means for businesses to house their computing equipment and servers. By opting for colocation, businesses can avoid the necessity of constructing and managing their independent data center infrastructure.

 

  • The global data center colocation market growth is being aided by the rise of edge computing, which involves processing data closer to the source of generation. It has surged the need for decentralised data center infrastructure. Colocation providers are strategically positioning their facilities at the edge to support low-latency applications like IoT (Internet of things) devices, autonomous vehicles, and smart cities.
  • One of the major global data center colocation market trends is the increasing focus on green technologies owing to the rising environmental concerns and the importance of sustainability in data center operations. Colocation providers are investing in energy-efficient technologies, utilising renewable energy sources, and implementing innovative cooling solutions to minimise their environmental footprint.
  • The global data center colocation market demand is propelled by the increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) technologies. Data centers are required to meet the computational needs of these technologies. Providers of colocation services are enhancing their facilities with the required infrastructure to enable powerful computing for AI and ML tasks.

 

Market Analysis

Based on colocation type, the market can be bifurcated into retail colocation and wholesale colocation. The global data center colocation market segmentation, based on tier level, includes tier 1, tier 2, tier 3, and tier 4. The market, based on enterprise size, includes small and medium-sized enterprises and large enterprises.

 

Based on end use, the market divisions include retail, BFSI, IT and telecom, healthcare, and media and entertainment, among others. The major regional markets for data center colocation are North America, Europe, the Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East and Africa.

 

The comprehensive EMR report provides an in-depth assessment of the market based on Porter's five forces model along with giving a SWOT analysis. The report gives a detailed analysis of the following key players in the global data center colocation market, covering their competitive landscape and the latest developments like mergers, acquisitions, investments, and expansion plans.

 

  • Digital Realty Trust Inc. 
  • Equinix, Inc. 
  • NTT Communications Corporation 
  • Cyxtera Technologies, Inc. 
  • Global Switch Limited 
  • Rackspace US, Inc. 
  • Iron Mountain Incorporated 
  • Flexential Corp.
  • Colt Group Holdings Limited
  • QTS Realty Trust, LLC 
  • China Telecom Global Ltd.
  • Others

 

Market Share by Colocation Type

According to the global data center colocation market analysis, retail colocation is likely to show substantial growth in the coming years. Retail colocation offers businesses the opportunity to lease more compact spaces within a data center, allowing for the management of smaller data volumes and necessitating less infrastructure. This particular feature has played a pivotal role in fostering the popularity of retail colocation, especially among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

 

Market Share by End Use

The rapid expansion of the IT and telecom sector significantly influences the data center colocation market share. Technological advancements and breakthroughs in IT and telecommunications have spurred an unprecedented demand for robust and reliable data center services. Moreover, the convergence of various cutting-edge technologies, such as 5G, IoT (Internet of Things), and artificial intelligence, has necessitated the establishment of advanced data centers.

 

Competitive Landscape

Digital Realty Trust Inc. is a leading international provider of solutions for data centers, colocation, and interconnection services. The company excels in delivering secure and dependable infrastructure solutions to businesses, aiding them in overseeing their digital resources and data-driven activities. With a substantial global presence, Digital Realty boasts data centers and properties strategically situated in key business centers across the globe.

 

Equinix, Inc. is a prominent global data center and interconnection company that plays a pivotal role in the digital economy. The company was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in California, the United States of America. The company is primarily focused on providing data center and interconnection services. It provides its services to a diverse range of sectors, including technology, finance, healthcare, media, and more.

 

NTT Communications Corporation is a major global technology services company that specialises in providing a range of information and communications technology (ICT) solutions to businesses and organisations around the world. It is a subsidiary of Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corporation (NTT), one of the largest telecommunications companies in the world.

 

Other global data center colocation market players include Cyxtera Technologies, Inc., Global Switch Limited, Rackspace US, Inc., Iron Mountain Incorporated, Flexential Corp., Colt Group Holdings Limited, QTS Realty Trust, LLC, and China Telecom Global Ltd., among others.

 

Key Highlights of the Report

REPORT FEATURES DETAILS
Base Year 2023
Historical Period 2018-2023
Forecast Period 2024-2032
Scope of the Report

Historical and Forecast Trends, Industry Drivers and Constraints, Historical and Forecast Market Analysis by Segment:

  • Colocation Type
  • Tier Level
  • Enterprise Size
  • End Use
  • Region
Breakup by Colocation Type
  • Retail Colocation
  • Wholesale Colocation
Breakup by Tier Level
  • Tier 1
  • Tier 2
  • Tier 3
  • Tier 4
Breakup by Enterprise Size
  • Small and Medium-sized Enterprises
  • Large Enterprises
Breakup by End Use
  • Retail
  • BFSI
  • IT and Telecom
  • Healthcare
  • Media and Entertainment
  • Others
Breakup by Region
  • North America
    • United States of America 
    • Canada
  • Europe
    • United Kingdom
    • Germany
    • France
    • Italy
    • Others
  • Asia Pacific
    • China
    • Japan
    • India
    • ASEAN
    • Australia
    • Others
  • Latin America
    • Brazil
    • Argentina
    • Mexico
    • Others
  • Middle East and Africa
    • Saudi Arabia
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Nigeria
    • South Africa
    • Others
Market Dynamics
  • SWOT Analysis
  • Porter's Five Forces Analysis
  • Key Indicators for Demand
  • Key Indicators for Price
Competitive Landscape
  • Market Structure
  • Company Profiles
    • Company Overview
    • Product Portfolio
    • Demographic Reach and Achievements
    • Certifications
Companies Covered
  • Digital Realty Trust Inc. 
  • Equinix, Inc. 
  • NTT Communications Corporation 
  • Cyxtera Technologies, Inc. 
  • Global Switch Limited 
  • Rackspace US, Inc. 
  • Iron Mountain Incorporated 
  • Flexential Corp.
  • Colt Group Holdings Limited
  • QTS Realty Trust, LLC 
  • China Telecom Global Ltd.
  • Others

 

*At Expert Market Research, we strive to always give you current and accurate information. The numbers depicted in the description are indicative and may differ from the actual numbers in the final EMR report.

1    Preface
2    Report Coverage – Key Segmentation and Scope
3    Report Description   

    3.1    Market Definition and Outlook
    3.2    Properties and Applications
    3.3    Market Analysis
    3.4    Key Players
4    Key Assumptions
5    Executive Summary

    5.1    Overview
    5.2    Key Drivers
    5.3    Key Developments
    5.4    Competitive Structure
    5.5    Key Industrial Trends
6    Market Snapshot
    6.1    Global
    6.2    Regional
7    Opportunities and Challenges in the Market
8    Global Data Center Colocation Market Analysis

    8.1    Key Industry Highlights
    8.2    Global Data Center Colocation Historical Market (2018-2023) 
    8.3    Global Data Center Colocation Market Forecast (2024-2032)
    8.4    Global Data Center Colocation Market by Colocation Type
        8.4.1    Retail Colocation
            8.4.1.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.4.1.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
        8.4.2    Wholesale Colocation
            8.4.2.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.4.2.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    8.5    Global Data Center Colocation Market by Tier Level
        8.5.1    Tier 1
            8.5.1.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.5.1.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
        8.5.2    Tier 2
            8.5.2.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.5.2.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
        8.5.3    Tier 3
            8.5.3.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.5.3.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
        8.5.4    Tier 4
            8.5.4.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.5.4.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    8.6    Global Data Center Colocation Market by Enterprise Size
        8.6.1    Small and Medium-sized Enterprises
            8.6.1.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.6.1.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
        8.6.2    Large Enterprises
            8.6.2.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.6.2.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    8.7    Global Data Center Colocation Market by End Use
        8.7.1    Retail
            8.7.1.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.7.1.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
        8.7.2    BFSI
            8.7.2.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.7.2.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
        8.7.3    IT and Telecom
            8.7.3.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.7.3.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
        8.7.4    Healthcare
            8.7.4.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.7.4.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
        8.7.5    Media and Entertainment
            8.7.5.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.7.5.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
        8.7.6    Others
    8.8    Global Data Center Colocation Market by Region
        8.8.1    North America
            8.8.1.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.8.1.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
        8.8.2    Europe
            8.8.2.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.8.2.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
        8.8.3    Asia Pacific
            8.8.3.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.8.3.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
        8.8.4    Latin America
            8.8.4.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.8.4.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
        8.8.5    Middle East and Africa
            8.8.5.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.8.5.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
9    North America Data Center Colocation Market Analysis
    9.1    United States of America 
        9.1.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        9.1.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    9.2    Canada
        9.2.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        9.2.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
10    Europe Data Center Colocation Market Analysis
    10.1    United Kingdom
        10.1.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        10.1.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    10.2    Germany
        10.2.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        10.2.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    10.3    France
        10.3.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        10.3.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    10.4    Italy
        10.4.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        10.4.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    10.5    Others
11    Asia Pacific Data Center Colocation Market Analysis
    11.1    China
        11.1.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        11.1.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    11.2    Japan
        11.2.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        11.2.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    11.3    India
        11.3.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        11.3.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    11.4    ASEAN
        11.4.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        11.4.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    11.5    Australia
        11.5.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        11.5.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    11.6    Others
12    Latin America Data Center Colocation Market Analysis
    12.1    Brazil
        12.1.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        12.1.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    12.2    Argentina
        12.2.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        12.2.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    12.3    Mexico
        12.3.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        12.3.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    12.4    Others
13    Middle East and Africa Data Center Colocation Market Analysis
    13.1    Saudi Arabia
        13.1.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        13.1.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    13.2    United Arab Emirates
        13.2.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        13.2.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    13.3    Nigeria
        13.3.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        13.3.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    13.4    South Africa
        13.4.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        13.4.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    13.5    Others
14    Market Dynamics
    14.1    SWOT Analysis
        14.1.1    Strengths
        14.1.2    Weaknesses
        14.1.3    Opportunities
        14.1.4    Threats
    14.2    Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
        14.2.1    Supplier’s Power
        14.2.2    Buyer’s Power
        14.2.3    Threat of New Entrants
        14.2.4    Degree of Rivalry
        14.2.5    Threat of Substitutes
    14.3    Key Indicators for Demand
    14.4    Key Indicators for Price  
15    Competitive Landscape
    15.1    Market Structure
    15.2    Company Profiles
        15.2.1    Digital Realty Trust Inc. 
            15.2.1.1    Company Overview
            15.2.1.2    Product Portfolio
            15.2.1.3    Demographic Reach and Achievements
            15.2.1.4    Certifications
        15.2.2    Equinix, Inc. 
            15.2.2.1    Company Overview
            15.2.2.2    Product Portfolio
            15.2.2.3    Demographic Reach and Achievements
            15.2.2.4    Certifications
        15.2.3    NTT Communications Corporation 
            15.2.3.1    Company Overview
            15.2.3.2    Product Portfolio
            15.2.3.3    Demographic Reach and Achievements
            15.2.3.4    Certifications
        15.2.4    Cyxtera Technologies, Inc. 
            15.2.4.1    Company Overview
            15.2.4.2    Product Portfolio
            15.2.4.3    Demographic Reach and Achievements
            15.2.4.4    Certifications
        15.2.5    Global Switch Limited 
            15.2.5.1    Company Overview
            15.2.5.2    Product Portfolio
            15.2.5.3    Demographic Reach and Achievements
            15.2.5.4    Certifications
        15.2.6    Rackspace US, Inc. 
            15.2.6.1    Company Overview
            15.2.6.2    Product Portfolio
            15.2.6.3    Demographic Reach and Achievements
            15.2.6.4    Certifications
        15.2.7    Iron Mountain Incorporated 
            15.2.7.1    Company Overview
            15.2.7.2    Product Portfolio
            15.2.7.3    Demographic Reach and Achievements
            15.2.7.4    Certifications
        15.2.8    Flexential Corp.
            15.2.8.1    Company Overview
            15.2.8.2    Product Portfolio
            15.2.8.3    Demographic Reach and Achievements
            15.2.8.4    Certifications
        15.2.9    Colt Group Holdings Limited
            15.2.9.1    Company Overview
            15.2.9.2    Product Portfolio
            15.2.9.3    Demographic Reach and Achievements
            15.2.9.4    Certifications
        15.2.10    QTS Realty Trust, LLC 
            15.2.10.1    Company Overview
            15.2.10.2    Product Portfolio
            15.2.10.3    Demographic Reach and Achievements
            15.2.10.4    Certifications
        15.2.11    China Telecom Global Ltd. 
            15.2.11.1    Company Overview
            15.2.11.2    Product Portfolio
            15.2.11.3    Demographic Reach and Achievements
            15.2.11.4    Certifications
        15.2.12    Others
16    Key Trends and Developments in the Market


List of Key Figures and Tables

1.    Global Data Center Colocation Market: Key Industry Highlights, 2018 and 2032
2.    Global Data Center Colocation Historical Market: Breakup by Colocation Type (USD Billion), 2018-2023
3.    Global Data Center Colocation Market Forecast: Breakup by Colocation Type (USD Billion), 2024-2032
4.    Global Data Center Colocation Historical Market: Breakup by Tier Level (USD Billion), 2018-2023
5.    Global Data Center Colocation Market Forecast: Breakup by Tier Level (USD Billion), 2024-2032
6.    Global Data Center Colocation Historical Market: Breakup by Enterprise Size (USD Billion), 2018-2023
7.    Global Data Center Colocation Market Forecast: Breakup by Enterprise Size (USD Billion), 2024-2032
8.    Global Data Center Colocation Historical Market: Breakup by End Use (USD Billion), 2018-2023
9.    Global Data Center Colocation Market Forecast: Breakup by End Use (USD Billion), 2024-2032
10.    Global Data Center Colocation Historical Market: Breakup by Region (USD Billion), 2018-2023
11.    Global Data Center Colocation Market Forecast: Breakup by Region (USD Billion), 2024-2032
12.    North America Data Center Colocation Historical Market: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2018-2023
13.    North America Data Center Colocation Market Forecast: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2024-2032
14.    Europe Data Center Colocation Historical Market: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2018-2023
15.    Europe Data Center Colocation Market Forecast: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2024-2032
16.    Asia Pacific Data Center Colocation Historical Market: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2018-2023
17.    Asia Pacific Data Center Colocation Market Forecast: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2024-2032
18.    Latin America Data Center Colocation Historical Market: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2018-2023
19.    Latin America Data Center Colocation Market Forecast: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2024-2032
20.    Middle East and Africa Data Center Colocation Historical Market: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2018-2023
21.    Middle East and Africa Data Center Colocation Market Forecast: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2024-2032
22.    Global Data Center Colocation Market Structure

Key Questions Answered in the Report

In 2023, the market reached an approximate value of USD 66.31 billion.

The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 14.5% between 2024 and 2032.

The market is estimated to witness healthy growth in the forecast period of 2024-2032 to reach a value of around USD 221.88 billion by 2032.

The market is driven by the increasing adoption of edge computing and the rising demand for data centers from different sectors.

The growing emphasis on sustainability in data centers and the increasing applications of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and other advanced technologies is expected to propel the expansion of the market in the coming years.

The major regional markets are North America, Europe, the Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East and Africa.

The different end uses are retail, BFSI, IT and telecom, healthcare, and media and entertainment, among others.

The key players in the market include Digital Realty Trust Inc., Equinix, Inc., NTT Communications Corporation, Cyxtera Technologies, Inc., Global Switch Limited, Rackspace US, Inc., Iron Mountain Incorporated, Flexential Corp., Colt Group Holdings Limited, QTS Realty Trust, LLC, and China Telecom Global Ltd., among others.

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