Data Centers in Ghent

Ghent – Efficient Colocation for the Benelux Region

Ghent provides a compelling, cost-effective alternative to the primary data center market in Brussels. It is an excellent choice for organizations requiring a secondary disaster recovery site or a low-latency presence to serve the economically significant Flanders region. This market ensures reliable uptime and strategic access without the premium cost of a capital city deployment.

Ghent: At A Glance

Network & Connectivity Ecosystem

Carrier Density & Carrier Neutrality While a smaller market than Brussels, Ghent offers access to key national and regional carriers through its 3 data centers, as of September 2025. The market is served by at least 1 colocation provider, offering necessary connectivity for most business applications.

Direct Cloud On-Ramps There are no direct public cloud on-ramps located within Ghent, as of September 2025. High-performance, low-latency access to all major cloud providers, including AWS, Google Cloud, and Microsoft Azure, is achieved through dedicated network connections to the primary interconnection hub in Brussels.

Internet Exchange Points (IXPs) Direct peering is primarily handled through private interconnects. For public peering, traffic is routed through national exchange points located in Brussels, ensuring efficient traffic exchange within Belgium and with international peers.

Bare Metal Bare metal server options are available, often deployed from nearby hubs like Brussels or Amsterdam. Providers such as OVHcloud and Leaseweb offer solutions that can serve the Ghent market with minimal latency.

Power Analysis

Average Cost Of Power The average industrial power cost is approximately €0.09/kWh, as of August 2025. This competitive rate makes Ghent an attractive location for managing operational expenditures on power-dense deployments. Belgium's energy mix includes a balanced supply from nuclear, renewables, and fossil fuels.

Power Grid Reliability Belgium's national power grid is modern and reliable. Data centers in the Ghent area are supported by well-engineered infrastructure, typically with access to redundant power from multiple substations to ensure high levels of uptime.

Market Access, Business & Tax Climate

Proximity To Key Business Districts Ghent's data centers are strategically positioned to serve the city's large university, major port, and thriving commercial districts. Its location provides low-latency connectivity to the key economic hubs of Brussels and Antwerp.

Regional Market Reach A deployment in Ghent effectively serves all of Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, and northern France. This makes it a strong base for reaching a significant portion of the European consumer and business market.

Tax Advantage For Data Centers Belgium offers a stable and predictable corporate tax environment. However, the country does not provide specific tax incentives or credits for data center development or the purchase of IT equipment.

Natural Disaster Risk

Ghent has a low overall risk profile for natural disasters, with an INFORM risk score of 2.6 out of 10, as of September 2025. The risk landscape is manageable and in line with other Northern European locations.

Key environmental risks for the region include:

• Coastal Flood: The highest individual risk factor for Belgium nationally.
• River Flood: A moderate, localized risk due to the city's position on the Scheldt and Leie rivers.
• Earthquake: A very low but present seismic risk.