Expanding India’s Role in Global AI and Cloud Computing
Iron Mountain, a global leader in storage and information management, has commenced discussions with potential customers in India to provide compute infrastructure for AI training and inference workloads. The initiative is part of the company’s broader strategy to serve enterprises, cloud providers, and Global Capability Centres (GCCs) seeking scalable AI and data solutions.
Current Capacity and Near-Term Expansion
Iron Mountain currently operates 14 MW of live compute capacity in India, with an additional 6 MW expected by the end of 2025. This expansion is aimed at supporting the growing demand for AI-driven enterprise workloads across sectors.
The company plans to develop two large campuses in India:
- Mumbai: 80 MW facility
- Chennai: 50 MW facility
These facilities will focus on AI-led computing, cloud applications, and enterprise workloads, positioning India as a strategic hub for global AI infrastructure.
Strategic Significance for India
Iron Mountain’s move highlights India’s emergence as a key destination for high-performance computing, cloud, and AI services. By providing dedicated infrastructure for GCCs, multinational firms, and tech enterprises, the company is enabling:
- Faster AI training and inference for global clients
- Localized, secure data handling and storage
- Access to India’s skilled IT workforce and growing tech ecosystem
Looking Ahead
As global demand for AI compute continues to surge, Iron Mountain’s investments in Mumbai and Chennai are expected to strengthen India’s position in the global AI and cloud infrastructure landscape, while offering enterprises the scalability, reliability, and security required for large-scale AI deployments.
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