Overview
NTT Global Data Centers Rechenzentrum Frankfurt 3 is an operational data exchange facility in Frankfurt, Germany. It serves as a key telecommunications hub in one of Europe's largest data center markets.
NTT Global Data Centers Rechenzentrum Frankfurt 3 is a data exchange facility located in Frankfurt, Germany, a major global telecommunications hub. The facility is operational and classified under the telecommunications sector, specifically as a data exchange point that facilitates high-speed data connectivity and colocation services. As a data center in Germany, this facility operates under the EU's Radio Equipment Directive (RED) 2014/53/EU and national telecommunications regulations enforced by the Federal Network Agency (Bundesnetzagentur). Data exchanges in Frankfurt typically offer carrier-neutral interconnection, supporting low-latency data transfer for financial services, cloud providers, and enterprise networks. The facility contributes to Frankfurt's status as a leading internet exchange point, hosting critical infrastructure for regional and global data traffic. Its environmental impact includes energy consumption for cooling and power, with many German data centers increasingly adopting renewable energy sources and efficiency measures.
Environmental context
Data exchange facilities like this one in Frankfurt consume significant electricity for servers and cooling systems, contributing to local energy demand. The facility's location in an urban area minimizes land use impact but raises considerations for noise and heat emissions. German regulations encourage energy efficiency and use of renewable energy, aligning with the country's climate goals.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Frankfurt, Germany, at coordinates 49.974474, 8.449223. Frankfurt is a major global telecommunications hub.
It is a data exchange facility, part of the telecommunications sector, providing colocation and interconnection services for data traffic.
The facility is operational, serving as an active node in Frankfurt's telecommunications infrastructure.
Data exchanges in Germany must comply with the EU Radio Equipment Directive (RED) 2014/53/EU and national laws enforced by the Federal Network Agency (Bundesnetzagentur), covering technical standards and electromagnetic compatibility.
As a data exchange, it provides critical interconnection points for internet traffic, supporting low-latency data transfer for financial services, cloud providers, and enterprises in the region.