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Moldova – Gateway for Regional Connectivity
Executive Summary
Moldova is an emerging market for digital infrastructure, best suited for organizations targeting the local population or seeking a cost-effective secondary site for operations in Eastern Europe. While direct cloud access and carrier density are still developing, the market offers a foundational colocation footprint. For businesses whose latency and uptime needs can accommodate a developing ecosystem, Moldova provides a strategic entry point into the region.
Moldova: At A Glance
| Factor | Rating / Data | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Global Connectivity Grade | B | Developing infrastructure with adequate cross-border connectivity to regional hubs. |
| Direct Cloud On-Ramps | 0 — as of September 2025 | Access is achieved via private network extension to hubs like Bucharest or Frankfurt. |
| Power Cost | $0.12 – $0.15/kWh | Mix: 9.0% low-carbon, 91.0% fossil fuels. Pricing is estimated. |
| Disaster Risk | Moderate (3.6/10) | Primary risks include earthquakes, drought, and river floods. |
| Tax Incentives | No | No specific data center tax incentives are currently offered. |
| Sales Tax | 20.0% VAT | Standard national rate, as of September 2025. |
Network & Connectivity Ecosystem
Moldova's connectivity ecosystem is developing, with a focus on regional traffic exchange.
Carrier Density & Carrier Neutrality Carrier presence is limited but functional for local needs, with 2 primary providers operating across 4 data centers as of September 2025. True carrier-neutral facilities are not as prevalent as in larger European markets, so diligence on interconnection options is essential.
Direct Cloud On-Ramps There are no direct cloud on-ramps located within Moldova. Establishing private, high-performance connections to major cloud providers like AWS, Google Cloud, and Microsoft Azure requires building private network extensions to major European hubs such as Frankfurt or Bucharest.
Internet Exchange Points (IXPs) The Moldova Internet Exchange (MD-IX) is the primary IXP, helping to keep local internet traffic within the country's borders. This improves performance for domestic users and reduces reliance on international transit for local data exchange.
Bare Metal Bare metal server availability is present, typically offered by local providers. For broader options, many businesses use providers with a strong European presence, such as Leaseweb or phoenixNAP, who can serve the region from nearby data centers.
Power Analysis
Average Cost Of Power Industrial power costs are estimated to be between $0.12 and $0.15/kWh, as of September 2025. While potentially competitive, this must be evaluated alongside grid stability and the high dependency on fossil fuels.
Power Grid Reliability The national grid supports business operations, but its heavy reliance on fossil fuels (91%) and imported energy can present challenges. For any mission-critical workload, enterprise-grade data centers with N+1 or greater on-site power generation and UPS systems are a firm requirement.
Market Access, Business & Tax Climate
Proximity To Key Business Districts Data centers in Moldova are concentrated in and around the capital, Chișinău. This provides low-latency connectivity for the country's government, financial services, and telecommunications sectors.
Regional Market Reach Moldova serves its domestic market of approximately 2.6 million people. It also functions as a potential disaster recovery location or edge site for businesses with operations in neighboring Romania and Ukraine.
Tax Advantage For Data Centers No specific tax incentives for data center construction or operation are currently available. The primary financial advantage comes from lower operating costs relative to more mature European markets.
Natural Disaster Risk
Moldova has a moderate natural disaster risk profile, with an INFORM Risk score of 3.6 out of 10, as of September 2025. The risk landscape is defined by specific geological and climatic factors rather than catastrophic coastal events.
The most significant natural hazards include:
- Earthquake: (6.0/10)
- Drought: (5.7/10)
- River Flood: (4.6/10)
Facility site selection should prioritize areas with low flood risk and buildings engineered to withstand regional seismic activity.
