Future-tech, a leading consultancy in mission-critical infrastructure, is proud to announce its pivotal role in the design and engineering of Abbots Langley Data Centre, a £1 billion hyperscale facility set to reinforce the UK’s digital leadership. Strategically located adjacent to the M25 motorway in Hertfordshire, the development will provide 96MW of IT load, supporting cloud computing, AI-driven workloads, and high-performance data processing.
Abbots Langley Data Centre is positioned within the Hemel Hempstead Availability Zone, a core and growing part of the London Availability Region, approximately 30km from Slough. The facility will feature 900,000 sq ft of data centre space, distributed across two buildings with multiple fibre and power entries, ensuring robust connectivity and operational resilience.
Future-tech’s expertise in architectural data centre design, critical systems engineering, and sustainability has been integral to shaping Humber Tech Park’s foundation. The company has leveraged its industry-leading capabilities in site selection, strategic planning, and high-performance systems implementation to ensure the development meets the highest standards of operational excellence and environmental responsibility.
“Abbots Langley Data Centre represents a significant step forward in hyperscale infrastructure, and Future-tech is proud to contribute its expertise to this transformative project,” said James Wilman, CEO at Future-tech. “Our commitment to resilient, scalable, and sustainable data centre design ensures the facility will support the evolving demands of cloud computing and AI-driven workloads.”
Engineering Excellence & AI-Optimised Infrastructure
Future-tech has been at the forefront of designing high-performance environments tailored to the needs of hyperscale cloud computing and artificial intelligence. The company’s contributions to Abbots Langley Data Centre reflect its leadership in the following critical areas:
- High-Density Compute Environments – Designing data centres optimised for large-scale cloud and AI workloads, incorporating ultra-high power densities, advanced thermal management, and low-latency architectures.
- Liquid Cooling Systems – Engineering next-generation data centre cooling solutions, including immersion and direct-to-chip liquid cooling, to maintain operational stability and reduce energy consumption in high-performance computing clusters.
- Advanced Power Distribution & Redundancy – Implementing scalable power distribution systems to support fluctuating workloads while ensuring maximum uptime and resilience.
- Sustainable Data Centre Practices – Aligning infrastructure with industry-leading energy efficiency strategies, leveraging liquid cooling to improve thermal dissipation while reducing water and electricity consumption.
Advanced CFD Modelling & 3D Visualisation
Future-tech has integrated Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) modelling and 3D architectural visualisation into the design process for Abbots Langley Data Centre, ensuring optimal airflow management, thermal efficiency, and structural integrity.
- External CFD Modelling – Future-tech has conducted extensive CFD simulations to analyse airflow patterns, heat dissipation, and cooling efficiency across the facility. These simulations have informed the placement of high-density compute zones, ensuring maximum thermal performance while reducing energy consumption.
- 3D Visualisation & Rendering – Leveraging advanced 3D modelling and architectural rendering, Future-tech has developed high-fidelity visualisations of the data centre’s design, allowing stakeholders to assess spatial layouts, cooling infrastructure, and operational workflows before construction begins.
- Optimised Airflow & Thermal Management – CFD modelling has enabled Future-tech to refine airflow pathways, ensuring efficient cooling distribution and minimising hotspots within high-density compute environments.
Regional & Economic Impact
Abbots Langley Data Centre is expected to generate 260 full-time operational roles, with average salaries ranging from £46,000 to £54,000. The project will also contribute £12 million to local education and training, supporting skill development for careers in digital infrastructure. Additionally, the site will feature a new publicly accessible landscaped country park, spanning the size of 25 football pitches, enhancing biodiversity and providing green space for the community.
Future-tech’s Track Record in Hyperscale Developments
Future-tech has played a pivotal role in delivering some of the most advanced hyperscale data centres globally, reinforcing its reputation for excellence. Beyond Abbots Langley Data Centre, the company has led mission-critical developments such as:
- Humber Tech Park – A £3 billion AI-focused hyperscale facility designed to support AI model training and high-performance computing. Future-tech led the architectural design and critical systems engineering, ensuring optimal energy efficiency, resilience, and scalability.
- Durham University Aykley Heads Data Centre – Future-tech serves as the lead consultant, architect, and MEP designer for Durham University’s new £250 million data centre at Aykley Heads. The facility will house a supercomputer, supporting advanced research and high-performance computing. Designed to integrate low-carbon technologies, the data centre will feature heat storage and connection to a heat network, reinforcing Future-tech’s commitment to sustainable infrastructure.
Through its expertise in engineering, consultancy, and project management, Future-tech remains at the forefront of global data centre innovation, providing world-class data centre solutions tailored to the evolving demands of cloud computing and artificial intelligence.
More detail on the Abbots Langley data centre development is available here: https://www.abbotslangleydatacentre.co.uk/
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For further information on Future-tech’s involvement in Abbots Langley Data Centre, please contact info@future-tech.co.uk