Equinix Expands in Monterrey With Second Data Center MO2

Equinix has officially inaugurated its second data center in Monterrey, MO2, following an initial investment of US$81 million. The facility adds more than 720 cabinets to Equinix Mexico’s operational capacity, with the total projected investment expected to reach approximately US$189 million once all development phases are completed.

“Monterrey is a key region for Mexico's growth as an industrial and technological hub, with rising demand for digital infrastructure from multinational companies, content providers, and collaboration platforms,” said Amet Novillo, managing director, Equinix Mexico.

The expansion responds to sustained demand for digital infrastructure services, driven by accelerated AI adoption, nearshoring trends, and the need for low-latency connectivity solutions. According to Next Move Strategy Consulting, Mexico’s data center market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 8.71%, reaching US$8.765 million by 2030, fueled by the localization of critical workloads, cloud adoption, and the development of interconnected digital ecosystems closer to end users.

Mexico has emerged as a leading digital infrastructure market in Latin America, leveraging its proximity to the United States for cross-border interconnection. Monterrey, in particular, has become a key node due to its industrial base, connectivity, and integration into the regional digital economy.

MO2 Details 

Located in Apodaca, Nuevo Leon, the MO2 data center is part of Equinix’s global ecosystem of more than 270 facilities across 70 markets. The site is designed to support AI-ready workloads with scalability and operational efficiency. Built to international standards for sustainability, security, and availability, MO2 aims to operate on 100% renewable energy. 

“Mexico remains one of our most dynamic markets,” said Eduardo Carvalho, Managing Director, Equinix LATAM. “Nuevo Leon plays a fundamental role in this growth, driven by access to high-performance digital infrastructure and AI adoption across public and private sectors.”

“The opening of MO2 reinforces our commitment to helping enterprises in their digital transformation journeys, providing world-class infrastructure that allows them to scale, innovate, and connect without limits,” added Arquelle Shaw, president for the Americas, Equinix.