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MAD-3 data center
AI-optimized 10MW facility on Madrid's 79MW campus – Next-generation infrastructure engineered for high-density computing workloads
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Iron Mountain Madrid MAD-3 data center
MAD-3 is an AI-optimized 5.500 square meter, 10MW data center facility on Iron Mountain's 60.000 square meter Madrid campus, engineered specifically for machine learning and high-density computing workloads. Scheduled for completion in 2027, MAD-3 features two 5MW halls with advanced power distribution and cooling systems designed to support intensive AI training, inference operations, and next-generation computing demands. Positioned 10 minutes from Barajas International Airport on the Barcelona-Madrid fiber backbone, MAD-3 delivers strategic connectivity combined with sustainable operations powered by matched renewable energy. As the newest addition to the campus's phased 79MW expansion, MAD-3 represents cutting-edge infrastructure among data centers in Spain's fastest-growing market.
- 10 MWCapacity
- AI-Ready5MW Halls
- 2027Completion timeline
- 79 MWCampus capacity
Why leading enterprises choose MAD-3
MAD-1 data center overview
- Total IT Capacity: 10MW purpose-built hyperscale infrastructure, part of a 20MW building
- Total Space: 5.500 square meters across 2 stories
- Hall Configuration: 5MW halls optimized for AI and high-density workloads
- Ready for Service: Mid-2027
- Design: Tier III standards with N+1 redundancy
- Power Efficiency: Low Target PUE
- Power Distribution: ID-E Sub fed 3 x RMU
- Cooling: Advanced cooling systems engineered for high-density AI workloads
- Campus Location: Part of 60.000 square meter Madrid campus with 79MW total capacity
- Pre-Construction: Customizable infrastructure configurations available
- Growth Path: Integrated into phased campus expansion through 2030
- Campus Integration: Cross-facility connectivity to operational MAD-1 and MAD-2 facilities
- Security: 24/7/365 on-site monitoring and professional staffing across campus
- Multi-factor authentication for facility and data center floor access
- 24/7/365 Smart Hands services with rapid response SLA
- Professional migration and deployment services
- Customer offices and meeting facilities available on campus
- Secure parking for customers and visitors
- Professional reception with seating and refreshments
- Loading facilities supporting equipment delivery from box trucks to 53-foot trailers
- Secure equipment storage areas
- Comprehensive video surveillance throughout campus
- Break room facilities
- Campus Location: San Fernando de Henares campus, northeast Madrid
- Airport: 10 minutes from Madrid-Barajas International Airport
- Positioned on the main Barcelona-Madrid fiber backbone
- Meet-Me-Room: Carrier-neutral with diverse fiber entry points
- Metro Access: Easy access to Madrid city center and central business districts
- Road Access: Excellent access via A-2 highway and M-50 ring road
- Address: Calle Mar Egeo, 4, in San Fernando de Henares, Madrid, Spain
Network Infrastructure
- Strategic Position: Located directly atop the main Barcelona-Madrid fiber backbone
- Diverse Entry Points: Multiple fiber points of entry with diverse routing
- Cloud Connectivity: Access to all major cloud providers in Madrid availability zones
- Carrier-Neutral Facility: Major carriers on-site, including Vodafone, Telefónica, Orange, MásMóvil, Colt
- Fiber Providers: Lyntia and Correos Telecom dark fiber available on campus
- Internet Exchanges: Close proximity to major European IXs
- Submarine Cable Access: Connected to Marea (Madrid-Virginia), EllaLink (Madrid-Lisbon-São Paulo), Orval (Valencia-Algeria), 2Africa cable system
- Land Cable Networks: SAT-3/WASC connecting to South Africa, Tata TGN-Western Europe connecting UK-Portugal
- Metro Connectivity: Direct access throughout Madrid metro area
- International Connectivity: Low-latency paths to major European data center markets
Network Services
- Cross Connects: Secure connections to ecosystem of carriers, partners, and customers
- Direct Internet Access/IP Transit: Redundant paths to multiple upstream providers, including Colt and Arelion
- Cloud On-Ramps: Low-latency connections to major cloud providers
- Metro Wave: Dedicated optical connectivity to strategic interconnection points
- Peering: Access to major European peering points
- Virtual Cross Connects/Private Network Transport: Point-to-point L2 connectivity available between our data centers
Infrastructure & Operations
- SOC 2 Type II: Independent attestation of security and availability controls
- ENS Alta (Esquema nacional de seguridad)
ISO Certifications
- ISO 27001: Information security management systems
- ISO 50001: Energy management systems
- ISO 14001: Environmental management systems
- ISO 9001: Quality management systems
- ISO 22301: Business continuity management
Industry Standards
- HITRUST
- PCI-DSS certification for the payment card industry data security
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Frequently asked questions
What makes MAD-3 unique among Iron Mountain data centers in Madrid?
MAD-3 is purpose-built for AI and hyperscale deployments with 5MW halls specifically optimized for high-density computing workloads. Scheduled for mid-2027 completion, MAD-3 offers pre-construction pricing advantages and infrastructure customization options that existing facilities cannot match. As part of Iron Mountain's 79MW Madrid campus, MAD-3 customers benefit from the operational connectivity ecosystem already established at MAD-1 and MAD-2 while gaining access to next-generation infrastructure explicitly designed for AI, machine learning, and large enterprise deployments.
What other facilities are available on the Madrid campus?
The Madrid campus spans 60.000 square meters with a total planned capacity of 79MW. MAD-1 (3MW) is currently operational with MAD-2 (10MW) and MAD-3 (10MW) scheduled for delivery in 2027. The campus master plan includes eight total facilities through 2030, providing a significant growth runway and cross-campus connectivity options for distributed architectures and disaster recovery configurations.
How many megawatts and square meters is MAD-3?
The 5.500 square meter MAD-3 provides 10MW of total IT capacity with two 5MW halls optimized for AI workloads and high-density computing. The facility is part of the 60,000-square-meter Madrid campus, with a total planned capacity of 79MW. MAD-3's modular design enables flexible deployments from single racks to multi-megawatt configurations, with power density support up to 50kW per rack for demanding AI and machine learning applications.
What security and compliance measures are taken at MAD-3?
MAD-3 operates under comprehensive security protocols, including 24/7/365 monitoring, biometric access controls, mantrap entry systems, continuous video surveillance, and on-site security personnel. The facility maintains SOC 2 Type II certification along with ISO 27001, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 50001 certifications. Tier III design delivers 99.999% availability with N+1 redundancy across all critical systems.
Is MAD-3 suitable for AI and machine learning workloads?
Yes, MAD-3 is engineered explicitly for AI and machine learning operations. The two 5MW halls feature advanced power distribution and cooling systems designed to support the high-density requirements of AI training, inference, and data-intensive computing. With flexible power density up to 50kW per rack, advanced cooling infrastructure, and purpose-built electrical systems, MAD-3 delivers the performance and reliability demanded by AI workloads while maintaining energy efficiency through low target PUE.
What is the timeline for MAD-3 completion?
MAD-3 is scheduled for completion in mid-2027, with pre-construction contracting available now. This timeline provides customers with infrastructure planning certainty and the opportunity to customize facility specifications before construction completion. Pre-construction pricing advantages and design flexibility make early commitment beneficial for organizations planning major infrastructure expansions in the Spain data center market.