Microsoft plans to build A data center campus in Aragon to provide cloud services to European companies and public institutions. The new infrastructure will be added to the company’s investment in the realization of the Microsoft data center region in Madrid and will be available in the coming months and will offer all of Microsoft’s intelligent cloud services (Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365). , Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Microsoft Power Platform) are aimed at private and public customers in Europe and meet regulatory, compliance and data sovereignty requirements.
The campus that Microsoft plans to build A catalyst for innovation, economic growth and job creation in Aragon and the rest of Spain, to help accelerate the digitalization of public and private organizations of all sizes and sectors and support the growth of the technology industry in Spain. New data center campus according to IDC analysis It could contribute €8.4 billion to Spain’s GDP and contribute to the creation of 69,000 indirect jobs In the period 2026–2030.
Aragon, the center of the new project
Aragon positioned itself as follows: One of the most important regions in Europe for the implementation of data centersThanks to the availability of highly skilled talent, public support for innovation projects, the presence of high-quality infrastructure, available land and geographical location. The Microsoft project will support the innovation and growth of the local technology industry in Aragon, where there are more than 300 companies in Microsoft’s ecosystem of technology partners. According to IDC, the Microsoft data center campus project could add 264 million euros to the regional GDP and contribute to the creation of more than 2,100 jobs specializing in technology in Aragon between 2026 and 2030.
President of the Government of Aragon, Jorge AzconHe underlines that he is “very pleased that the autonomous community has consolidated itself as one of the leading regions in Europe” In a world-class and strategic technological sector for the development of digitalization and business innovation. “The Microsoft project represents a new support for Aragon’s vocation to attract companies, especially those that, due to their international connections and innovative nature, represent outstanding added value to increase the economy and wealth generation in our autonomous community.” “The Government of Aragon will carry out all necessary efforts for the implementation in the autonomous community of such investment projects that will make a difference in creating a highly technological and creative economy,” the president of Aragon reminds. Quality work.”
“Microsoft’s new investments in Spain It will enable us to provide intelligent cloud solutions and services to companies and public organizations in Europe, promoting the digital transformation of companies and public organizations, promoting innovation and contributing to the creation of new jobs in the technology sector in Aragon and the rest of Spain. “We will work closely with national and regional governments and local authorities in the construction of the data center campus to ensure that people, businesses and society can fully benefit from the advantages of the digital world,” said Alberto Granados, President of Microsoft Spain.
Focus on sustainability and compliance
Microsoft is committed to responsible operations, taking into account the sustainability of its data centers. Microsoft’s renewable energy commitment includes sourcing 100% renewable energy For the company’s operations, including data centers, through 2025.
Microsoft cloud services are compliant with more than 100 standards, including international regulations such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), ISO 27001, HIPAA, FedRAMP, SOC 1 and SOC 2, and country-specific standards such as High Level compliance certification. National Security Plan (ENS) in Spain
Additionally, the EU Data Cap for the Microsoft Cloud initiative launched on January 1, Microsoft further expands data residency commitments To ensure that not only the residence of European citizens but also the processing of their data takes place within the European Union. This commitment includes Microsoft’s core cloud services: Azure, Microsoft 365 and Dynamics 365.