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As the Middle East embraces a digitalfirst future , the region is witnessing a surge in demand for data centres . Alban Hohmann-Schauly , Data
Center Segment Manager – Africa & Middle East at Caterpillar , shares the impact of power solutions and construction guidance to build a progressive cloud infrastructure and aid smart city development .
Alban Hohmann-Schauly , Data Center Segment Manager – Africa & Middle East at Caterpillar
wWhat factors are driving the growing demand for data centres in the Middle East ?
The Middle East data centre industry is experiencing rapid expansion driven by Digital Transformation initiatives , increasing cloud adoption and ambitious Smart City projects . The demand for cloud computing , AI , Big Data and IoT technologies is a predominant driver for data centre development in the Middle Eastern region .
Governments in the Middle East are offering incentives through special economic zones and industrial parks , which provide tax exemptions for data centre development .
Population growth and urbanisation have resulted in higher Internet penetration and a growing need for Digital Transformation in the region .
Finally , the increasing adoption of cloud computing and other digital services is spurring further demand for data centre space .
How does Caterpillar support the construction of new data centres ?
Caterpillar supports the construction of new data centres by providing specialised technical expertise and assistance in designing , installing , commissioning and maintaining the long-term performance of power solutions for data centres .
Cat Electric Power offers a range of energy solutions for data centres , including standby and prime generator sets fuelled by diesel and gas , microgrid solutions , energy storage and alternative fuel capabilities using hydrotreated vegetable oil ( HVO ), biodiesel and hydrogen .
BUILDING THE FUTURE :
CATERPILLAR ’ S ROLE IN POWERING DATA CENTRE GROWTH
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