Data

1. Good connections and infrastructure

Raahe Region is located in Northern Ostrobothnia and has good transport connections in many directions, especially to Oulu and other large cities. This enables data centers to obtain important components and resources quickly and cost-effectively.

Maritime transport: Raahe is also home to Finland's third largest port, which can be an important advantage if data centers require large deliveries.

Other logistics connections: Good road and rail connections can also support the rapid availability of spare parts and maintenance as needed.

2. Availability of energy resources

The region has industrial infrastructure that supports the energy needs of data centers. Finland also offers affordable and renewable energy, which is important for the sustainable development and cost-effectiveness of data centers.

3. Competitive land and energy costs

Land in the Raahe Region is likely to be more affordable than in larger growth centers, for example, which can be an advantage, especially for data centers that require large areas.

Electricity availability and price: Northern Finland is known for its relatively low energy prices and local renewable energy sources, such as wind and hydropower.

Climate advantages: The northern climate reduces the need for cooling equipment in production, which lowers cooling costs compared to warmer areas where summers can be hotter.

4. Less congestion and competition

There is less competition for data center locations in the region compared to larger cities. This makes the region an attractive option as it can offer data centers more space and less competition in terms of infrastructure and investment opportunities.

5. Strong industrial heritage

Raahe Region is known for its industrial activities, particularly in the steel industry. This means that the region already has existing industrial infrastructure and expertise to support the construction and maintenance of data centers.

Industrial expertise in the region: Raahe Region has a long tradition of expertise in industry and energy, creating synergies between data centers and local industrial companies.

Availability of labor: The region has a skilled workforce, particularly in industry-related roles. This is beneficial for the operational activities of data centers, although additional training may be required.

6. Population and economic structure

Raahe Region is not as densely populated as large cities, but this can be an advantage for data centers, which can take advantage of the benefits offered by the region's less densely populated environment, such as lower population and traffic pressures.

Low population density: A less densely populated area can help reduce environmental risks, such as flooding, and give the data center more room to grow.

7. Increasing support functions and opportunities for cooperation

Northern Finland also offers a variety of business collaboration opportunities, particularly in local industrial clusters. Data centers can benefit from collaboration with industrial companies, research institutes, and even energy sector operators, among others.