France Hyperscale Data Center Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The France Hyperscale Datacenter Market Report is Segmented by Data Center Type (Hyperscale Colocation, Enterprise/Hyperscale Self Build), by Service Type (IaaS ( Infrastructure-As-A-Service), Paas ( Platform-As-A-Service), Saas( Software-As-A-Service)), by End User (Cloud & IT, Telecom, Media & Entertainment, Other End User). The Report Offers the Market Size and Forecasts for all the Above Segments in Terms of USD (millions).

France Hyperscale Data Center Market Size and Share

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France Hyperscale Data Center Market Analysis by Mordor Intelligence

The France Hyperscale Data Center Market size is estimated at USD 70.93 million in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 15.18 million by 2030, at a CAGR of 16.45% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

This exceptional growth trajectory is being fueled by France's strategic positioning as Europe's emerging AI infrastructure hub, leveraging its abundant nuclear energy resources to attract unprecedented levels of foreign investment. The country's unique energy sovereignty, with 65% of electricity derived from nuclear sources, provides a competitive advantage for power-intensive AI workloads that require stable, decarbonized energy.

Enterprise/Self-Build data centers currently dominate with 54% market share in 2024, while Hyperscale Colocation is emerging as the fastest-growing segment at 15.8% CAGR through 2030. The service landscape is heavily skewed toward Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS), which commands 66% of the market, though Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) is accelerating at 17.2% CAGR as French enterprises increasingly prioritize developer-friendly environments. The Paris region remains the epicenter of hyperscale development, though Marseille is rapidly emerging as a strategic Mediterranean gateway connecting Europe to Africa and the Middle East, with international bandwidth growing 60% annually since 2013. The market faces significant headwinds from power grid congestion in Île-de-France, where electricity consumption by data centers is expected to double by 2026, creating bottlenecks for new site permits and potentially redirecting investments to secondary markets with greater power availability

Competitive Landscape

Hyperscale Data Center Market is Partially Fragmented in Frence

The France hyperscale data center market exhibits a moderately concentrated competitive structure dominated by global cloud providers and specialized colocation operators, with the top five players controlling approximately 60% of capacity. AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud lead the self-build segment, while Digital Realty (Interxion), Equinix, and OVHcloud are prominent in the colocation space. The competitive dynamics are evolving rapidly as massive investments reshape the landscape, exemplified by Microsoft's EUR 4 billion commitment to expand its cloud and AI infrastructure in France and Amazon's EUR 1.2 billion investment to enhance its operations and create over 3,000 jobs.

Strategic differentiation is increasingly centered on specialized capabilities for AI workloads, with providers racing to deploy advanced cooling technologies and high-density power solutions. OVHcloud is positioning itself as a European alternative to U.S. hyperscalers, emphasizing data sovereignty and sustainable operations with a Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) range of 1.1–1.3. Emerging players like Scaleway, which recently expanded to 52 countries and purchased 1,000 Nvidia H100 GPUs, are challenging established providers through aggressive technology investments and innovative service offerings. The market is also witnessing increased collaboration between traditional competitors, as evidenced by the partnership between Iliad Group and InfraVia to develop a major European hyperscale data center platform, reflecting the capital-intensive nature of hyperscale development and the advantages of shared risk.

France Hyperscale Data Center Industry Leaders

  1. Amazon Web Services (AWS)

  2. Microsoft Corporation (Azure)

  3. Google LLC (Cloud)

  4. OVHcloud

  5. Meta Platforms, Inc.

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
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Recent Industry Developments

  • May 2025: Colt DCS has started building its second data center in France. Called Colt Paris 2, it is the first of three data centers planned on a 12.5-acre site in Villebon-sur-Yvette, southwest of Paris. This is part of a USD 2.58 billion investment in French infrastructure. By 2031, the project will add five data centers, increasing Colt's IT capacity in France to 170MW.
  • May 2024: Microsoft is investing USD 4.3 billion to expand its cloud and AI infrastructure in France. The plan includes AI training programs, support for the tech sector, delivering 25,000 graphics chips by 2025, and opening a new data center in Mulhouse.
  • February 2025: Brookfield Asset Management committed EUR 20 billion to French AI infrastructure, allocating EUR 15 billion for data centers led by Data4. The roadmap targets more than 500 MW in the near term and a tripling by 2030.
  • February 2025: France and the UAE revealed plans to inject USD 30 billion–USD 50 billion into a 1 GW AI data center, underscoring France’s role as a neutral hub for sovereign AI computation. The venture leverages the country’s nuclear grid to deliver stable, low-carbon power.
  • February 2025: G42 partnered with DataOne to establish an AI data center in France, reinforcing cross-border collaboration. The facility will support both training and inference workloads.

Table of Contents for France Hyperscale Data Center Industry Report

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Assumptions And Market Definition
  • 1.2 Scope of the Study

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

  • 2.1 Research Framework
  • 2.2 Secondary Research
  • 2.3 Primary Research
  • 2.4 Data Triangulation and Insight Generation

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4. MARKET INSIGHT

  • 4.1 Market Overview
  • 4.2 Market Dynamics
    • 4.2.1 Market Drivers
    • 4.2.1.1 Increasing Investments Toward 5G & 6G Accelerating Hyperscale Builds in France
    • 4.2.1.2 French Governments France Numrique & THD Plans Boosting Digital Infrastructure
    • 4.2.1.3 Green-Energy Incentives (Tax Rebates on Renewable PPAs) Lowering TCO for Operators
    • 4.2.1.4 Edge-to-Core AI Workload Migration Elevating Rack Density Demands in Paris Region
    • 4.2.1.5 Strategic Colocation Campuses Enabling Cloud Region Expansions Near Marseille Cable Hubs
    • 4.2.2 Market Restraints
    • 4.2.2.1 Power-Grid Congestion in le-de-France Limiting New Site Permits
    • 4.2.2.2 Lengthy Environmental Impact Clearances Delaying Construction Cycles
    • 4.2.2.3 Scarcity of Specialist HVAC & Liquid-Cooling Contractors Raising Build Costs
  • 4.3 Value Chain / Supply Chain Analysis
  • 4.4 PESTLE Analysis

5. ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI) INCLUSION IN HYPERSCALE DATA CENTER (Sub-segments are subject to change depending on Availability of Data)

  • 5.1 AI Workload Impact: Rise of GPU-Packed Racks and High Thermal Load Management
  • 5.2 Rapid Shift toward 400G and 800G Ethernet Local OEM Integration and Compatibility Demands
  • 5.3 Innovations in Liquid Cooling: Immersion and Cold Plate Trends
  • 5.4 AI-Based Data Center Management (DCIM) Adoption Role of Cloud Providers

6. REGULATORY & COMPLIANCE FRAMEWORK

7. KEY DATA CENTER STATISTICS

  • 7.1 Existing Data Center Facilities in Region/Country (in MW) (Hyperscale Self build VS Colocation)
  • 7.2 List of Upcoming Hyperscale Data Center (Region/Country)
  • 7.3 List of Hyperscale Data Center Operators in the (Region/Country)
  • 7.4 Analysis on Data Center CAPEX in (Region/Country)

8. HYPERSCALE DATA CENTER INFRASTRUCTURE INVESTMENT ANALYSIS

  • 8.1 IT Infrastructure
  • 8.2 Electrical Infrastructure
  • 8.3 Mechanical Infrastructure

9. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 9.1 By Data Center Type
    • 9.1.1 Hyperscale Colocation
    • 9.1.2 Enterprise/Hyperscale Self Build
  • 9.2 By Service Type
    • 9.2.1 IaaS ( Infrastructure-as-a-Service)
    • 9.2.2 PaaS ( Platform-as-a-Service)
    • 9.2.3 SaaS( Software-as-a-Service)
  • 9.3 By End User
    • 9.3.1 Cloud & IT
    • 9.3.2 Telecom
    • 9.3.3 Media & Entertainment
    • 9.3.4 Government
    • 9.3.5 BFSI
    • 9.3.6 Manufacturing
    • 9.3.7 E-Commerce
    • 9.3.8 Other End User

10. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 10.1 Market Share Analysis ( Value and Volume)
  • 10.2 Company Landscape (MW of top 15 hyperscale operator)
  • 10.3 Company Profiles
    • 10.3.1 Amazon Web Services (AWS)
    • 10.3.2 Microsoft Corporation (Azure)
    • 10.3.3 Google LLC (Cloud)
    • 10.3.4 OVHcloud
    • 10.3.5 Meta Platforms, Inc.
    • 10.3.6 Alibaba Cloud
    • 10.3.7 ScalewaySAS (Iliad SA)
    • 10.3.8 Equinix, Inc.
    • 10.3.9 Digital Realty (Interxion)
    • 10.3.10 Colt Data Centre Services Holdings.
    • 10.3.11 EdgeConneX
    • 10.3.12 Stack Infrastructure
    • 10.3.13 CyrusOne
    • 10.3.14 NTT Ltd.
    • 10.3.15 Data4 Group
    • 10.3.16 CloudHQ
    • 10.3.17 Credit Mutuel Arkea (Via VeryCloud)
    • 10.3.18 Orange S.A.
    • 10.3.19 Iliad Group (Free Pro)
    • 10.3.20 nLighten (Euclyde Data Centers)
    • 10.3.21 Thesee DataCenter
  • *List Not Exhaustive

11. INVESTMENTS ANALYSIS

12. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS

13. ABOUT US

  • 13.1 Industries Covered
  • 13.2 Illustrative List of Clients in the Industry
  • 13.3 Our Customized Research Capabilities
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France Hyperscale Data Center Market Report Scope

Hyperscale data centers, also known as Enterprise Hyperscale facilities, are large-scale infrastructures owned and managed by the companies they support. These centers deliver a wide range of scalable applications and storage services to meet the needs of individuals and businesses. Designed for efficiency, they house thousands of servers alongside critical hardware like routers, switches, and storage disks. To ensure seamless operations, these facilities are equipped with advanced support systems, including power and cooling solutions, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), and air distribution networks.

The France Hyperscale Datacenter Market is Segmented by Data Center Type (Hyperscale Colocation, Enterprise/Hyperscale Self Build), By Service Type (IaaS ( Infrastructure-as-a-Service), PaaS ( Platform-as-a-Service), SaaS( Software-as-a-Service)), By End User (Cloud & IT, Telecom, Media & Entertainment, Government, BFSI, Manufacturing, E-Commerce, Other End User). The Report Offers the Market Size and Forecasts for all the Above Segments in Terms of USD (millions).

By Data Center Type Hyperscale Colocation
Enterprise/Hyperscale Self Build
By Service Type IaaS ( Infrastructure-as-a-Service)
PaaS ( Platform-as-a-Service)
SaaS( Software-as-a-Service)
By End User Cloud & IT
Telecom
Media & Entertainment
Government
BFSI
Manufacturing
E-Commerce
Other End User
By Data Center Type
Hyperscale Colocation
Enterprise/Hyperscale Self Build
By Service Type
IaaS ( Infrastructure-as-a-Service)
PaaS ( Platform-as-a-Service)
SaaS( Software-as-a-Service)
By End User
Cloud & IT
Telecom
Media & Entertainment
Government
BFSI
Manufacturing
E-Commerce
Other End User
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Key Questions Answered in the Report

How big is the France Hyperscale Data Center Market?

The France Hyperscale Data Center Market size is expected to reach USD 70.93 million in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 16.45% to reach USD 15.18 million by 2030.

What is the current France Hyperscale Data Center Market size?

In 2025, the France Hyperscale Data Center Market size is expected to reach USD 70.93 million.

What years does this France Hyperscale Data Center Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?

In 2024, the France Hyperscale Data Center Market size was estimated at USD 59.26 million. The report covers the France Hyperscale Data Center Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the France Hyperscale Data Center Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

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