Mexico City, March 9, 2026.- At a pivotal moment for Mexico City’s digital transformation, KIO Data Centers announces the construction of MEX8, a new data center designed to support the growth of the digital economy and strengthen the technological capacity installed in the heart of the countrys.
The new facility, representing a $70 million USD investment, will increase installed capacity in the capital by 4 MW and improve proximity and latency for enterprises and technology platforms. During its construction phase, the project will generate 3,000 direct and indirect jobs, while also promoting technical specialization in areas related to engineering, information technology, and the operation of mission-critical infrastructure.
It will also enable services linked to e-commerce, fintech, healthcare, education, cybersecurity, logistics chains, and the public sector, industries that today drive a significant share of Mexico City’s economic dynamism and increasingly depend on reliable data and connectivity.
MEX8 will incorporate sustainability criteria, with 79% of the energy used coming from renewable sources, and with a commitment to increase that percentage in the coming years.
"The digital economy needs solid foundations. MEX8 is a strategic investment to ensure operational continuity, security, and scalability for companies and public entities that are transforming the way they interact with citizens and customers. We want to help Mexico City consolidate its position as a regional technology hub, supported by world-class infrastructure" said Octavio Camarena, CEO of KIO Data Centers.
The city government has reiterated its intention to position Mexico City as a hub for investment and innovation through the integration of talent, infrastructure, and entrepreneurial ecosystems. In this context, MEX8 represents enabling infrastructure that allows digitalization to advance with resilience and technological sovereignty.
By strengthening mission-critical infrastructure in the capital, the project aims to create an environment where innovation can thrive under high standards of continuous availability and security for both public and private initiatives.
This announcement also aligns with the local administration’s Digital Government agenda, which seeks to simplify administrative processes through digital tools, leverage Llave CDMX and the CDMX App as mechanisms for identity and service access, expand the availability of online services, and strengthen the government’s capacity to operate technological solutions autonomously.
"I congratulate KIO Data Centers for investing in Mexico City, for investing in innovation, and for continuing to believe that the future of humanity and the future of Mexico City, lies in building infrastructure that allows information to move faster and faster. Thank you very much, and congratulations" said Manola Zabalza, Secretary of Economic Development of Mexico City.
This project is part of KIO Data Centers’ expansion strategy. The company currently operates 15 data centers and has a growth plan to significantly expand its infrastructure in the coming years, supporting the development of the digital economy.
With a presence in Mexico, Guatemala, Panama, Colombia, and the Dominican Republic, KIO Data Centers operates one of the most comprehensive interconnection ecosystems in the region. Its network enables companies of all sizes to operate continuously, minimize risks, optimize costs, and leverage infrastructure that meets the most demanding international standards.