Contract awarded for Heathrow data centre

Glencar Construction has been awarded a project to build the new LHR21 facility for Vantage Data Centers at their second London Campus, near Heathrow Airport.

The 18,000m² data centre will be six-storeys high and house data processing equipment (telecommunications and computers) that will serve various businesses and enterprises that deliver online data services.

Glencar’s team is preparing to commence construction at the 1.2-acre campus site, with the project expected to be delivered by early 2025.

It is said that the data centre will feature state-of-the-art electrical equipment to ensure maximum efficiency and reliability, advanced cooling systems designed to be climate independent while also being environmentally responsible, and physical and electronic security systems, including industry-leading security management.

Commenting on the project Eddie McGillycuddy, Glencar Construction CEO said: “Securing this project with Vantage Data Centers is a real milestone for Glencar. Many of our team have a wealth of experience in this sector but it is our first major scheme under the Glencar banner.

“Our involvement through the planning and pre-construction phase, coupled with our in-depth knowledge of highly-specialist industrial, pharmaceutical and temperature-controlled facilities such as this, has enabled us to bring forward an effective programme to deliver this scheme.

We look forward to working with Vantage and getting started on site in the coming weeks.”