Nokia has been selected by Nscale, a leading AI-focused hyperscaler, to provide an advanced IP network solution for Nscale’s new data center in Stavanger, Norway. This facility, powered entirely by renewable energy and optimized for energy-efficient cooling, is set to deliver cutting-edge AI services, including Graphics Processing Unit as a Service (GPUaaS), a domain where Nscale holds a prominent position.
The escalating global demand for AI-driven applications necessitates robust infrastructure capable of managing substantial data volumes. Nokia’s Ethernet-based data center fabric offers the scalability, programmability, and low-latency performance essential for supporting intensive AI workloads across various sectors, such as education, healthcare, government, and finance.
David Power, Chief Technology Officer at Nscale, emphasized the company’s commitment to innovation and sustainability, stating that Nokia’s data center fabric enables the scaling of GPU clusters while maintaining the reliability and performance required to deliver advanced AI services to customers. He also noted that the flexibility of Nokia’s solution facilitates faster market introduction of AI capabilities.
Nokia’s solution, incorporating the 7220 Interconnect Router (IXR) and 7750 Service Router (SR) platforms, is designed with modern, open, and programmable architectures to ensure high reliability, seamless automation, and adaptability. This infrastructure is crucial for handling the rigorous demands of AI workloads, which consume significant amounts of data.
Paul Alexander, Vice President and Country General Manager for the UK and Ireland at Nokia, highlighted that Nscale is already delivering turnkey AI development and deployment solutions globally. He remarked that, with Nokia’s support, the path to accessible and transformative AI innovation has become more straightforward. By combining advanced Ethernet technology with sustainability, Nokia is aiding Nscale in delivering world-class AI services while upholding its commitment to renewable energy and environmental responsibility.
Nscale’s strategic location in Norway allows it to leverage the local climate for energy-efficient adiabatic cooling, complemented by the use of 100% renewable energy, underscoring its dedication to a sustainable digital future. The new data center in Stavanger will complement Nscale’s existing facility in Glomfjord, which offers 30 megawatts of operational capacity, further expanding its infrastructure to meet the growing demands of AI workloads.
