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Accelsius partners with Nordik Data Centers to build next-generation AI data centre and co-innovation lab
Accelsius has announced a strategic partnership with Nordik Data Centers to build a next-generation AI data centre near Montreal .
The project features a co-innovation lab where customers can validate performance metrics and efficiency gains of Accelsius ’ cooling technology in real-world conditions .
The co-innovation lab , which will be operational in the second quarter of 2025 , is designed to support the most advanced compute workloads and densest compute pods on the market . The facility provides a comprehensive testing , measurement and benchmarking environment , delivering credible , data-backed proof of Accelsius ’ superior performance and sustainability .
The partnership strengthens Montreal ’ s position as a hub for AI infrastructure innovation , where industry leaders are developing practical solutions for next-generation data centre challenges .
“ This partnership with Nordik Data Centers represents a pivotal moment for Accelsius , as it marks our significant entry into the Canadian market ,” said Josh Claman , CEO , Accelsius .
Jean-Michel Picard , CEO , Nordik Data Centers , said : “ This project sets a new standard in Quebec and represents the first step in our vision to deliver data centres differently – with a step change in sustainability that our industry desperately needs .”
The center will utilise 100 % renewable energy and integrate advanced heat recovery systems to reduce carbon footprints . Combined with Accelsius ’ proven cooling solutions , the coinnovation lab will lead the way in demonstrating how data centres can achieve exceptional compute performance while dramatically improving energy efficiency .
Liberty Latin America ’ s C & W credit silo completes refinancing program
Liberty Latin America ’ s largest credit silo ,
Cable & Wireless ( C & W ), has priced new $ 755 million senior notes due 2033 with a 9.0 % coupon at par .
Net proceeds from the issuance will be used to fully redeem C & W ’ s $ 735 million senior notes due 2027 .
Chris Noyes , Liberty Latin America ’ s CFO , said : “ This transaction completes our near-term refinancing objectives for the C & W credit silo . We have now successfully extended C & W ’ s maturity profile to approximately 6.5 years and combined with the $ 1.0 billion refinancing of C & W ’ s Senior Secured and Senior Notes last October and the $ 1.5 billion pricing of the new Term Loan in late January , we have raised $ 3.3 billion in aggregate in under six months . This latest issuance announced and priced on the same day , was significantly subscribed , highlights our ability to access markets efficiently , demonstrates the strength of the C & W credit silo , and positions the business for continued growth .”
Based in Denver , is a leading ommunications company operating in over 20 countries across Latin America and the Caribbean under the consumer brands BTC , Flow , Liberty and Más Móvil .
Communications and entertainment services offered in the region include digital video , broadband internet , telephony and mobile services .
business products and services include enterprise-grade connectivity , data center , hosting and managed solutions , as well as information technology solutions .
In addition , Liberty Latin America operates a subsea and terrestrial fiber optic cable network that connects approximately 40 markets in the region .
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