U.S.-based data center developer CloudHQ has announced plans to invest $4.8 billion in a new data center campus in Querétaro, Mexico, marking one of the largest technology infrastructure commitments in the country to date. The campus will feature six hyperscale facilities designed to meet surging demand for cloud computing and AI workloads.
Querétaro: Mexico’s Digital Hub
Querétaro has rapidly emerged as Mexico’s premier data hub thanks to its central location, robust energy mix, and expanding digital ecosystem. CloudHQ’s investment is expected to reinforce the region’s position as a critical player in Latin America’s digital economy, while enhancing Mexico’s appeal to global technology investors.
Project Scope and Timeline
The six facilities will be built in phases, with the first two data centers scheduled to go live in 2026. Each will feature state-of-the-art cooling systems, high-density power setups, and advanced security to support AI model training, real-time analytics, and large-scale enterprise workloads.
Sustainability Focus
CloudHQ underscored its commitment to green infrastructure, noting that the campus will integrate renewable energy sources and energy-efficient operations. This aligns with Mexico’s broader push for sustainability and its international climate commitments.
Economic and Strategic Impact
Industry experts highlight that the expansion will deliver significant economic benefits, from thousands of construction and operational jobs to improved digital connectivity for businesses and government services. Querétaro’s state government has welcomed the project, calling it a milestone in the region’s transformation into a strategic data corridor.
Strengthening Mexico’s Role in Cloud and AI
With hyperscale investments already underway from Microsoft, AWS, and Google, CloudHQ’s $4.8 billion commitment cements Mexico’s status as a rising power in the global cloud and AI ecosystem. Once complete, the Querétaro campus will rank among CloudHQ’s largest international projects, positioning Mexico as a vital hub for managing the exponential growth of digital workloads across Latin America.
