Claro Argentina Invests $30 Million in New 650kW Data Center in Buenos Aires
June 6, 2026
Claro Argentina Invests $30 Million in New 650kW Data Center in Buenos Aires
Claro Argentina, a leading telecommunications provider, has completed the construction of a new data center in Buenos Aires, investing approximately $30 million to bolster its network infrastructure in the region. The facility, designed by engineering firm Fibratel, delivers 650kW of critical IT capacity, underscoring the company’s commitment to expanding digital services amid growing data consumption in Latin America.
The new data center is part of Claro Argentina’s broader strategy to enhance network resilience and support increasing demand for cloud, streaming, and enterprise services. Located in the capital city, the facility is designed to improve latency and reliability for both residential and business customers. The investment reflects a significant push by Claro to modernize its backbone infrastructure, with the 650kW capacity enabling the deployment of additional servers and networking equipment to handle higher traffic volumes.
Industry analysts note that the project highlights a trend among telecom operators in Latin America to invest in localized data infrastructure, rather than relying solely on hyperscale cloud providers. By building its own facility, Claro Argentina gains greater control over data sovereignty and service quality, which is particularly important for regulated industries and government clients. The $30 million expenditure also signals confidence in the Argentine market, despite ongoing economic challenges, as demand for reliable connectivity continues to rise.
Source: datacenterdynamics
