Engexpor is leading the construction management of SIN01, the inaugural landmark of Europe’s largest data center campus in Sines, reinforcing its position as a benchmark in projects of high technical complexity and global impact.
Engexpor has completed the construction of SIN01, the first building in the ambitious Sines DC project, developed by Start Campus. Located in the Sines Industrial and Logistics Zone (ZILS), the building is a milestone that inaugurates one of the largest data centers in Europe, standing out for its integration of cutting-edge technology and sustainable solutions.
With an area of 21,600 m², distributed over a single floor, and an installed capacity of 14 MW, SIN01 offers various functional zones, including IT, electrical, mechanical and support areas. This pilot building is the smallest of a total of 6 buildings planned for the campus, which in its final stage will have 1.2 GW of installed capacity and an investment of over 8 billion euros.
A team dedicated to a highly complex project
The delivery of SIN01 was the result of coordinated and meticulous work led by Engexpor, with the participation of more than 20 dedicated professionals who ensured the management of the project in all its phases. Execution was conducted with a focus on efficiency and compliance with the highest technical and sustainability standards.
“This project stood out not only for its technical complexity, but also for its global impact. The dedication of our team was decisive in ensuring the success of the project,” says Tiago Barros, Managing Director of Engexpor in Portugal. “Sines DC is a distinctive project that puts Portugal at the forefront of digital transformation and sustainability. At Engexpor, we are committed to delivering integrated and specialized solutions that meet the challenges of the present and the future.”
Rob Dunn, Chief Executive of Start Campus, also highlighted: “We are proud of the progress at Sines DC. The completion of SIN01 is a milestone that positions Portugal as a leader in data center innovation and sustainability. Working with Engexpor allowed us to successfully realize a LEED-certified project, from concept to completion, managing daily challenges with suppliers and contractors. Engexpor’s flexibility, open-mindedness and resilience were crucial in this process. Together, we are making history in Sines, Portugal and Europe, connecting multiple geographies in the data center industry. The success of SIN01 reflects our commitment to providing cutting-edge infrastructure for digital transformation.”
About Sines DC
Start Campus is developing SINES DC, the largest data center campus in Europe, located in Sines, Portugal, with a total IT capacity of 1.2 GW. This project will be the most extensive and environmentally sustainable data ecosystem in Europe, with market-leading global connectivity. SINES DC offers a wide range of options to customers, including shell-powered, turn-key and build-to-suit solutions. Adapted to meet the growing demand in the sector, the company’s state-of-the-art offerings are prepared for Artificial Intelligence and incorporate the most advanced liquid cooling technologies in a versatile and evolutionary model. With a total investment of 8.5 billion euros, the project is committed to using 100% renewable energy sources and aims for a PUE (Power Usage Effectiveness) of 1.1, taking advantage of the ocean’s natural cooling.
About Engexpor
Engexpor is a benchmark in Project Management and Construction Management, with a consolidated track record in works of high technical complexity and global impact. Offering integrated solutions throughout the life cycle of a project, the company combines innovation and sustainability to deliver results that make a difference.
With experience in sectors such as Real Estate, Infrastructure, Energy and Industry, Engexpor is proud to contribute to the development of strategic projects that positively impact the future, such as Sines DC.
A look to the future
With the completion of SIN01, SINES DC is taking a crucial step towards transforming Portugal into a strategic hub for AI, technology and connectivity. This project reflects Engexpor’s ability to tackle unique challenges and lead ventures that define the future of innovation and sustainability.
Article published in Jornal Económico, Idealista, Vida Imobiliária or Diário Imobiliário.