Argentina Data Center Colocation Market to Grow at 12.7% CAGR to $156M by 2030, Driven by AI and Infrastructure Investments
The Argentina data center colocation market is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.73% from 2024 to 2030, with the market size expected to rise from an estimated $76 million in 2024 to $156 million by 2030. This growth is driven by increasing digital transformation, rising demand for cloud services, and expanding investments in data infrastructure across the country. Argentina currently hosts 22 operational colocation data centers, with two additional facilities in the pipeline, bringing the total number of planned data centers to 24. Buenos Aires remains the dominant hub for data center development, home to 17 existing and 2 upcoming facilities. The city’s strong connectivity, high concentration of enterprises, and access to a skilled IT workforce make it the preferred location for colocation providers. Leading operators in the market include Cirion Technologies, Claro, IPLAN, NextStream, EdgeConneX, Telecentro Empresas, EMPATEL SAPEM, and G2K. These companies are expanding their footprint through new investments and upgrades to meet growing demand. The report provides a detailed analysis of the market by key metrics, including utilized white floor area, IT power capacity, and rack count, as well as insights into core and shell vs. installed vs. utilized IT power capacity and occupancy rates. The study covers both retail and wholesale colocation segments, offering revenue forecasts and pricing trends, including add-on services. It also examines the impact of artificial intelligence on data center demand, highlighting the need for higher compute capacity and energy-efficient infrastructure. Sustainability practices in the sector are assessed, with increasing focus on energy efficiency and renewable energy integration. The report analyzes current and future cloud operations in Argentina, including the role of cloud-on-ramps and upcoming submarine cable projects that will enhance international connectivity. It provides a comprehensive overview of existing and upcoming third-party data center facilities across five key locations in the country. Key insights include an evaluation of market dynamics, growth drivers, and challenges such as regulatory hurdles and energy supply constraints. The competitive landscape features detailed vendor profiles based on IT power capacity, revenue, number of facilities, white floor area, and geographic presence. The report offers a quantitative summary of market trends and forecasts, along with strategic outlooks on emerging opportunities and potential restraints. With Argentina’s digital economy expanding rapidly, the colocation market is positioned for sustained growth, supported by strong investment activity and technological advancement.
