세계 데이터센터 코로케이션 시장 규모는 2024년 725억 달러에 달했습니다. 향후 IMARC Group은 이 시장이 2033년까지 1,850억 달러에 달할 것으로 예상하며, 2025년부터 2033년까지 11.0%의 CAGR을 보일 것으로 전망하고 있습니다. 현재 아시아태평양이 시장을 독점하고 있으며, 2024년 시장 점유율은 41% 이상에 달했습니다. 이 지역에서는 규제 정비, 인터넷 및 클라우드 이용 확대, 디지털화 진전 등이 시장 성장을 견인하고 있습니다. 북미 시장도 첨단 기술 인프라, 광범위한 규제 프레임워크, 수많은 코로케이션 서비스 제공업체와 사용자로 인해 빠른 속도로 성장하고 있습니다.
기업, 사물인터넷(IoT) 기기, 클라우드 애플리케이션에 의해 생성되는 데이터의 급격한 증가는 확장성과 안전성이 높은 코로케이션 시설에 대한 수요를 촉진하고 있습니다. 조직은 대량의 데이터를 저장, 관리, 분석하기 위해 신뢰할 수 있는 인프라가 필요합니다. 또한, 사설 데이터센터 구축 및 유지보수에 따른 자본 지출을 줄일 수 있어 코로케이션에 대한 니즈가 증가하고 있습니다. 대규모 선행 투자 없이도 예측 가능한 운영 비용과 고급 인프라에 대한 접근성을 제공합니다. 또한, IoT, 5세대(5G), 인공지능(AI)과 같은 지연에 민감한 애플리케이션을 중심으로 한 엣지 컴퓨팅의 부상은 데이터센터 코로케이션 시장의 성장을 촉진하고 있습니다.
미국 데이터센터 코로케이션 시장은 미국이 디지털 전환, 클라우드 도입, 기술 혁신의 주요 거점이라는 점이 시장을 주도하고 있습니다. 미국은 데이터센터 코로케이션의 가장 크고 빠르게 성장하는 시장 중 하나이며, 전 세계 코로케이션 제공업체와 기업들이 많은 투자를 하고 있습니다. 또한, 클라우드 서비스, 스트리밍 플랫폼, IoT 디바이스의 이용이 증가함에 따라 확장 가능한 코로케이션 솔루션에 대한 수요가 증가하고 있습니다. 국내 기업들은 하이브리드 클라우드와 멀티 클라우드 전략을 채택하고, 코로케이션을 클라우드와 직접 연결하는 데 활용하고 있습니다. 여기에 5세대(5G) 네트워크와 엣지 컴퓨팅 애플리케이션의 확산으로 인해 최종사용자와 가까운 코로케이션 시설에 투자하여 대기 시간을 줄이기 위한 노력이 이어지고 있습니다.
각 산업의 급속한 디지털화
IMARC Group의 주장에 따르면, 세계 디지털 전환 시장은 2024년 8,091억 달러에 달할 것으로 예상됩니다. 세계 시장은 급속한 디지털화로의 전환과 다양한 분야의 정보기술(IT) 서비스 향상에 대한 수요로 인해 성장하고 있습니다. 사물인터넷(IoT) 기기에 대한 의존도 증가와 디지털 컨텐츠의 대량 소비는 데이터센터 코로케이션에 대한 수요를 불러일으키고 있습니다. 예를 들어, 미국 소비자들은 평균적으로 동영상 스트리밍 서비스에 매달 약 61달러를 지불하고 있습니다. 또한, 미국에서는 68%의 사람들이 스트리밍 비디오 플랫폼에서 제공되지 않는 컨텐츠에 접근하기 위해 TV 구독이나 라이브 스트리밍 TV에 비용을 지불하고 있습니다. 이 외에도 데이터센터 코로케이션은 데이터센터 구축 및 운영에 높은 비용을 들이지 않고 IT 인프라를 확장하고자 하는 기업들에게 인기 있는 선택지가 되고 있습니다. 이러한 필요성은 금융 서비스, 헬스케어, 온라인 소매 등 데이터가 일상 업무에서 중요한 역할을 하는 산업에서 특히 두드러집니다.
에너지 효율과 지속가능성에 대한 관심
데이터센터는 에너지 소비가 많다는 인식이 확산되면서 환경 친화적인 대책으로 전환이 진행되고 있습니다. 코로케이션 센터는 에너지 절약형 냉각 시스템 도입, 재생에너지 도입, 이산화탄소 배출량을 줄이는 시설 건설 등 이러한 전환의 최전선에 서 있습니다. 이러한 변화는 개인과 규제기관의 환경 친화적 사업에 대한 요구가 높아지는 것에 대응하는 동시에 사업 운영에 있어 장기적인 재정적 이점을 가져다 줄 수 있는 변화이기도 합니다. 국제에너지기구(IEA)에 따르면, 데이터센터는 전 세계 전력 소비의 약 1%를 차지합니다. 이에 따라 데이터센터는 에너지 효율이 높은 기술 및 재생에너지를 채택하고 환경 발자국을 줄여야 합니다. 또한, 데이터센터 코로케이션 시장 전망에 따르면, 점점 더 많은 기업들이 지속가능성에 대한 강한 의지를 보여주는 코로케이션 서비스를 선택하고 있으며, 이는 도덕적 의무이자 시장에서의 경쟁 우위인 것으로 여겨지고 있습니다. 코로케이션 제공업체들은 재생에너지와 고효율 인프라에 투자함으로써 더 많은 고객을 확보하고 긍정적인 시장 전망을 창출하고 있습니다.
하이브리드 클라우드 솔루션에 대한 수요 증가
하이브리드 클라우드 솔루션은 데이터센터 코로케이션 시장 점유율 확대에 큰 역할을 하고 있습니다. 기업들은 하이브리드 클라우드가 제공하는 유연성에 주목하고 있으며, 변화하는 요구에 맞게 IT 인프라를 조정할 수 있습니다. 코로케이션은 충분한 대역폭, 안정성, 보안을 제공함으로써 기업이 클라우드 운영을 원활하게 통합할 수 있도록 도와줍니다. 이 설정은 대량의 비공개 정보를 다루는 회사나 대규모 컴퓨팅 리소스를 필요로 하는 회사에게 특히 유용합니다. 디지털 전환을 우선시하는 기업이 늘어남에 따라 하이브리드 클라우드를 지원하는 코로케이션 서비스에 대한 요구가 증가하고 있습니다. 예를 들어, 레노버는 2023년 12월 최신 인텔 제온 스케일러블 프로세서를 탑재하고 클라우드 배포, 하이브리드 연결, AI 기능을 강화한 씽크시스템 서버뿐만 아니라 새로운 씽크애자일(ThinkAgile) 하이퍼 컨버지드 솔루션을 도입해 클라우드 배포, 하이브리드 연결, AI 기능을 강화함으로써 인공지능(AI)을 위한 하이브리드 클라우드 플랫폼을 확대한다고 밝혔습니다. 기업의 약 90%가 이미 어떤 형태로든 클라우드 서비스를 이용하고 있습니다.
The global data center colocation market size was valued at USD 72.5 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group estimates the market to reach USD 185.0 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a CAGR of 11.0% from 2025-2033. Asia Pacific currently dominates the market, holding a market share of over 41% in 2024. The market is growing owing to the implementation of supportive regulatory frameworks, growing internet and cloud usage, and increasing focus digitization across the region. The market in North America is also expanding at a rapid pace due to advanced technology infrastructure, extensive regulatory framework, and significant number of colocation service providers and users.
The exponential growth in data generated by businesses, the Internet of Things (IoT) devices, and cloud applications is driving demand for scalable and secure colocation facilities. Organizations require reliable infrastructure to store, manage, and analyze large volumes of data. In addition, there is an increase in the need for colocation, as it reduces the capital expenditure associated with building and maintaining private data centers. It offers predictable operational costs and access to advanced infrastructure without the need for large upfront investments. Furthermore, there is a rise of edge computing, driven by latency-sensitive applications like IoT, fifth generation (5G), and artificial intelligence (AI), which is stimulating the data center colocation market growth.
The United States data center colocation market is driven by the country's status as a leading hub for digital transformation, cloud adoption, and technological innovation. The US is one of the largest and fastest-growing markets for data center colocation, with significant investments from global colocation providers and enterprises. In addition, the rising utilization of cloud services, streaming platforms, and IoT devices is catalyzing the demand for scalable colocation solutions. Businesses in the country are adopting hybrid and multi-cloud strategies, leveraging colocation for direct cloud connectivity. Besides this, the rollout of fifth generation (5G) networks and edge computing applications is leading to investments in colocation facilities closer to end-users to reduce latency.
Rapid digitization across industries
The global digital transformation market reached USD 809.1 Billion in 2024, as claimed by the IMARC Group. The global market is growing due to the shift to rapid digitalization and the demand for improved information technology (IT) services in different sectors. The rising reliance on the Internet of Things (IoT) devices, along with the high consumption of digital content, are catalyzing the demand for data center colocation. For example, on an average, U.S. consumers pay around $61 per month for video streaming services. Additionally, 68% of people in the US pay for a TV subscription or live-streaming TV to gain access to content that is not offered on streaming video platforms. Besides this, data center colocations are becoming a popular choice for businesses wanting to expand their IT infrastructure without the high costs of building and running their data centers. This necessity is especially prominent in industries, such as financial services, healthcare, and online retail, where data plays a crucial role in their day-to-day functions.
Energy efficiency and sustainability concerns
Data centers are recognized for their significant energy use, and they are transitioning to eco-friendly measures. Colocation centers are at the forefront of this transition by using energy-saving cooling systems, integrating renewable energy sources, and constructing facilities that lower carbon emissions. This change addresses both the growing need for green practices from individuals and regulatory bodies, as well as providing long-term financial advantages in operations. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), data centers are also responsible for around 1% of global electricity consumption. As a result, there is increase in the pressure for data centers to adopt energy-efficient technologies and renewable energy sources to reduce their environmental footprint. Moreover, the data center colocation market outlook indicates that an increasing number of companies are choosing colocation services that show a strong commitment to sustainability, seeing it as both a moral duty and a competitive advantage in the market. Colocation providers are gaining more clients and creating a positive market outlook by investing in renewable energy and highly efficient infrastructures.
Increasing demand for hybrid cloud solutions
Hybrid cloud solutions play a major role in boosting the data center colocation market share. Companies are more interested in the flexibility provided by hybrid clouds, enabling them to adapt their IT infrastructure to changing needs. Colocations facilitate companies in seamlessly integrating their cloud operations by providing sufficient bandwidth, reliability, and security. This setup is especially beneficial for companies handling large amounts of private information or requiring significant computing resources. As more companies prioritize digital transformation, the need for colocation services that support hybrid clouds is increasing. For instance, on December 2023, Lenovo announced that it widened its hybrid cloud platform for artificial intelligence (AI) by introducing new ThinkAgile hyperconverged solutions as well as ThinkSystem servers that enhance cloud deployment, hybrid connectivity, and AI capabilities, all powered by the latest Intel Xeon Scalable Processors. Around 90% of enterprises are already using some form of cloud services.
The retail colocation type stands as the largest type in 2024, holding around 60% of the market. Retail colocation caters to the needs of small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) owing to its accessibility and scalability. SMBs are opting for this type in order to enhance their IT infrastructure. This colocation model allows businesses to rent space for their servers and computing hardware within a shared data center, offering the crucial benefits of physical security, power, cooling, and networking connectivity essential for their operations. It is an attractive option for companies seeking a cost-effective alternative. In addition, the flexibility to scale operations as necessary, combined with the perks of superior connectivity and managed services, keeps retail colocation in high demand among SMBs.
Large enterprises lead the industry with around 63% of the data center colocation market share in 2024. Large enterprises form the most significant portion of the market by organization size, driven largely by their extensive requirements for IT infrastructure, data security, compliance, and business continuity. The need for vast spaces and considerable power to accommodate their large server farms and are positioning these organizations ideal for colocation services. Apart from this, the opportunity for large organizations to utilize advanced technologies and services offered by colocation providers allows them to concentrate their resources on core business functions. Furthermore, large enterprises face stringent regulatory requirements, and colocation facilities are often equipped to handle these compliance needs with secure and certified environments. Large enterprises leverage colocation services to reduce capital expenditures and operational costs.
IT and telecom lead the market with around 19% of market share in 2024. The sector is mainly driven by the constant need for data storage, processing power, and fast and dependable connectivity to support a range of services such as cloud computing, mobile broadband, VoIP, and different streaming options. Colocation centers offer IT and telecom companies the ability to ensure reliability and maintain security for delivering uninterrupted services across the globe. In line with this, these sectors have the opportunity to connect through a wide range of connectivity choices and interact within a diverse environment that includes network, cloud, and content providers. Besides this, colocation providers help IT and telecom companies comply with data sovereignty and security regulations in various regions.
In 2024, Asia Pacific represented the largest regional market, accounting for the largest market share of over 41%. During H1 2024, the Asia Pacific data center market's operational capacity was close to 12GW. The market for data center colocation is expanding significantly in the Asia Pacific region due to factors like the growing internet and cloud usage as well as rapid digitization. The region's top nations include China, India, and Japan, as governing bodies and businesses are making significant investments in IT infrastructure. The growth of over the top (OTT) platforms, e-commerce, and fintech enterprises is driving the region's data center colocation industry. The need for edge data centers to lower latency and improve user experiences is growing as 5G and IoT technologies are being adopted more widely. Government programs like China's New Infrastructure Plan and India's Digital India are also encouraging data center investments, which presents colocation operators with a number of opportunities. Moody's rating projects that APAC data center capacity is expected to increase at a CAGR of 20% through 2028, requiring $564 billion in investments.
North America Data Center Colocation Market Analysis
The market in North America is being driven by its advanced technology infrastructure, extensive regulatory framework, and significant number of colocation service providers and users. In addition, various top tech companies in the region require reliable, top-notch, and expandable data center solutions for their large digital activities. Apart from this, the increasing use of cloud computing, the Internet of Things (IoT) devices, and big data analytics by companies in North America is propelling the data center colocation market growth. Furthermore, the thriving IT and telecommunications industries, along with strict focus on cybersecurity and data privacy legislation, are catalyzing the demand for secure colocation services in the region, especially in the US.
United States Data Center Colocation Market Analysis
The United States accounted for around 89% market share in 2023. Rapid cloud service adoption, data expansion, and high demand for scalable IT infrastructure are major drivers of the market. According to estimates by JLL, the US currently has 12GW of colocation data center capacity, which is double when compared with the data of 2020 (6GW). Nearly half of this growth is attributable to Northern Virginia, which remains the largest US market. Austin, Texas; Salt Lake City, Utah; Atlanta, Georgia; and Las Vegas, Nevada are among the markets with rapid growth rate. As colocation facilities offer improved scalability, security, and reliability while lowering capital costs associated with constructing in-house data centers, businesses are increasingly choosing them. Moreover, there is a rise in the need for colocation services to manage mission-critical workloads and adhere to strict regulatory standards like HIPAA and PCI DSS. There is an increase in the demand for flexible colocation services because of the growing use of hybrid IT strategies. With the presence of tech behemoths like Google, Amazon, and Microsoft and a vast network of colocation providers like Equinix and Digital Realty, the US will hold more than 40% of the worldwide data center colocation market by 2024.
Europe Data Center Colocation Market Analysis
Cloud adoption, digital transformation, and stringent data protection laws are boosting the European data center colocation market growth. Owing to their strategic positions and developed infrastructure, nations like the Netherlands, Germany, and the United Kingdom are making significant contributions. With many facilities utilizing renewable energy sources to support the region's commitment to carbon neutrality, colocation providers in Europe are placing an increasing emphasis on sustainability. Additionally, colocation facilities are also used by sectors including manufacturing, e-commerce, and finance to serve applications that need strong security and low latency. According to a research, Europe's data center power usage is predicted to nearly triple by 2030, necessitating modifications to the grid's infrastructure and a significant increase in the supply of electricity.
Latin America Data Center Colocation Market Analysis
The digital transformation, rising cloud usage, and high demand from e-commerce sector is impelling the market growth. The region is seeing a steady increase in the number of data centers. Since 2022, there have been 90 ongoing projects in Latin America and about 30 new data centers constructed or in the planning stages (11 in Brazil and 10 in Chile). A significant portion of the colocation facilities are located in Brazil and Mexico, two important markets. Businesses in the region are depending on colocation services for scalability and cost optimization as a result of the rapidly growing middle class population.
Middle East and Africa Data Center Colocation Market Analysis
The expanding use of cloud services, internet adoption, and rising IT investments are driving the data center colocation market in the Middle East and Africa. Government-led programs like the UAE's Smart Dubai and Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 are making both countries a dominant marketplace. The emphasis on digital transformation in these programs is increasing the demand for scalable and dependable colocation services. Companies are looking for affordable and secure IT infrastructure to manage growing data loads.
Companies are enhancing connectivity options within their facilities, enabling clients to directly connect to cloud services, other businesses, and global networks. Key players are investing in edge data centers to support low-latency applications and 5G deployments. Colocation providers are prioritizing energy efficiency and sustainability by transitioning to renewable energy sources. Furthermore, providers are adding managed IT services to their portfolio, enabling clients to offload tasks like server management, disaster recovery, and cybersecurity. They are also increasingly building hyperscale data centers to accommodate growing demand from cloud providers and large enterprises. On 8 July 2024, CyrusOne, a leading global data center owner, developer and operator specializing in delivering state-of-the-art digital infrastructure solutions, secured $9.7 Billion in new debt capital to fund datacenter growth.