KIO Data Centers is preparing a major expansion in Querétaro with plans to invest approximately US$1.3 billion in QRO3, the next phase of its technology campus at El Marqués Industrial Park. The project is expected to add about 100 megawatts of capacity and could become the largest data center developed by the Mexican company.
The expansion reflects growing demand for digital infrastructure across Mexico. Cloud computing, artificial intelligence (AI), data processing and other technology-driven services are increasing the need for large-scale facilities capable of securely managing and storing information.
KIO CEO Octavio Camarena Villalvazo said QRO3 forms part of the company’s broader growth strategy as data centers take on a greater role in national and regional economic infrastructure. The facility is expected to serve cloud and AI-related demand, with a particular focus on customers in North America.
“Without world-class data centers there is no cloud, no smart manufacturing, no digitized data, no artificial intelligence,” Camarena said during the project announcement.
KIO has operated in Querétaro for more than two decades and was among the companies that helped establish the region’s data center industry. QRO3 will significantly increase the company’s installed capacity in Mexico while strengthening its ability to support businesses that depend on advanced digital services.
The project also underscores Querétaro’s growing importance as a technology and data center hub. Economy Minister Marcelo Ebrard said the state accounts for approximately 80% of Mexico’s data centers and recognized KIO’s contribution to the development of the sector.
During the announcement, Ebrard awarded KIO the Hecho en México designation, recognizing the Mexican company’s role in developing technology infrastructure from Querétaro.
The state’s strong industrial base, connectivity and established business environment have helped attract data center investment. As digital services continue to expand, however, the sector is also creating greater demand for reliable electricity, telecommunications networks and specialized infrastructure.
QRO3 is expected to contribute significantly to employment. KIO estimates that the project could generate more than 8,100 direct and indirect jobs, including opportunities in electricity, telecommunications, information systems, cooling, maintenance, cybersecurity and critical infrastructure management.
The expansion could also strengthen connections among technology companies, specialized suppliers and educational institutions in Querétaro. As data center capacity grows, the demand for highly trained technical professionals is expected to increase alongside the facilities themselves.
Energy efficiency is another consideration in KIO’s expansion strategy. The company said its facilities are designed to maintain a low power usage effectiveness indicator while incorporating renewable energy and measures intended to limit environmental impact.
With QRO3, KIO is positioning Querétaro for another stage of growth in the digital economy. The investment would expand the state’s technology infrastructure while supporting the increasing demand for cloud computing, Artificial Intelligence and other services that are becoming essential to modern business.
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