Data Centres

Microsoft planning new data centre in Co Kildare

Tech giant, which already has 15 facilities in Ireland, confirms it has commenced initial pre-planning consultation for a site zoned for data centre use

Microsoft is in the early stages of planning for a new data centre in Naas, Co Kildare.

The tech giant, which already has 15 data centres in Ireland, confirmed the move in a statement on Thursday.

The company said it has commenced initial pre-planning consultation with authorities for a site that has been specifically zoned for data centre use by Kildare Co Council in its 2021-2027 Naas local area plan.

“If the scheme is approved, ...