Managed Hosting Services for AI
Managed Hosting Services
DGX-ready and AI-optimised architectures delivered by Scan and our datacentre partners
LET'S CHATSimple solutions for complex infrastructures
AI datacentre-scale infrastructures have extremely demanding power (≥20kW) and cooling requirements (≥50,000 BTU), far beyond the capabilities of a typical server room, let alone a coms cupboard in the corner of the office. Add in the need for liquid cooling for many systems, plus advanced knowledge in networking, Linux and data science, it is recommended to host your AI infrastructure at a dedicated datacentre.
We are here to help
Scan is an NVIDIA Elite Partner and a DGX Ready Managed Services Provider, so we’re fully qualified to manage your AI hardware relocation to any of our datacentre partners. This not only includes the technical installation and configuration elements, but also shipment and forwarding, import paperwork and customs clearance, VAT registration and reclaim.
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Create Project Plan
- Audit existing Infrastructure
- Identify any gaps / needs
- Define scope of work and timelines
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Decide on DC Partner
- Assess the various options
- Score against requirements
- Visit qualifying datacentres
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Assign Resources
- Sanction budget for the move
- Bring together a team with a project manager
- Establish roles, goals, and accountability
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Define Prerequisites
- Compliance & data integrity
- Hardware & software
- Import and tax
- Logistics
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Schedule The Move
- Define each relocation stage
- Data back-up schedule
- Arrange shipment / forwarders
- Customs requirements
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Deployment
- Deliver to datacentre
- Install & configuration
- Server, storage, network & application testing
- Handover
This end-to-end service ensures your organisation has complete peace of mind when undertaking a large infrastructure relocation. Having provided this service numerous times for our clients we have developed a slick process that we believe cannot be matched.
Our datacentre partners
We’ve carefully chosen our AI datacentre partners using select criteria - whether they are certified NVIDIA DGX Ready Colocation Datacentres, if they are liquid-cooling ready; and if they supply power and cooling from renewable energy sources. Compare them in the table below.
| Datacentre | Digital Realty | Green Mountain | Iomart | Kao Data | ServerChoice | Verne |
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| Headquarters (Founded) | Austin, Texas, USA (2004) | Stavanger, Norway (2009) | Glasgow, UK (1998) | Harlow, UK (2014) | Stevenage, UK (2008) | London, UK (2008) |
| Geographic Footprint | 27 countries including, UK, USA Ireland, France, Germany, Netherlands, Japan, Australia | UK, Germany, Norway, | UK | UK | UK | Iceland, Finland |
| Sustainability | Climate Neutral Data Centre Pact signatory with extensive renewable energy procurement | 100% renewable power, free cooling and heat reuse initiatives | 100% renewable energy and targets aligned with net Zero carbon emissions by 2050 | 100% renewable energy and highly efficient facilities with low PUE targets | Renewable-powered facilities and sustainability initiatives, including tree-planting programmes | 100% renewable energy leveraging hydro, geothermal energy and natural cooling |
| NVIDIA DGX Ready Certified | ✔ | ✖ | ✖ | ✔ | ✖ | ✔ |
| Liquid Cooling Ready | ✔ | ✔ | ✖ | ✔ | ✖ | ✔ |
| UK Data Sovereignty | ✖ | ✖ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✖ |
| Scale | Hyperscale / Global leader | Large European operator | National UK provider | Specialist AI/HPC operator | Boutique UK provider | Nordic AI/HPC specialist |
Explore our partners
Digital Realty
Founded in 2004, Digital Realty operates more than 300 datacentres in 27 countries, making it one of the most geographically diverse providers in the market. At the heart of Digital Realty's offering is PlatformDIGITAL, a global datacentre platform that helps organisations deploy, connect, and manage critical IT infrastructure at scale.
The platform combines colocation services, connectivity solutions, and data exchange capabilities, enabling businesses to support cloud computing, AI workloads, hybrid IT environments, and digital transformation initiatives.
As Digital Realty operates on a global scale, it makes its datacentres an ideal choice for organisations seeking international reach and scalability for their NVIDIA DGX infrastructures and AI workloads.
Green Mountain
Green Mountain was founded in 2009 in Norway and has since grown into one of Europe's leading sustainable datacentre operators. The company specialises in colocation, hyperscale, AI and HPC infrastructure powered by 100% renewable energy, primarily Norwegian hydropower.
Its flagship facility is built inside a former NATO ammunition storage mountain at Rennesøy, near Stavanger, providing the company's well-deserved reputation for secure, energy-efficient datacentre infrastructure.
As Green Mountain provide access to low-cost renewable energy, its datacentres are ideal for organisations looking to reduce the environmental impact of their operations without compromising on performance or scalability.
Iomart
Iomart is a UK-based cloud and datacentre provider founded in 1998, operating a network of 12 datacentres across the UK including facilities in London, Manchester, Glasgow, Nottingham, Maidenhead, Leicester, York, and St Asaph.
Its services include colocation, cloud hosting, disaster recovery, managed infrastructure, and compliance-ready solutions for regulated sectors. Its facilities are supported by a nationwide network of approximately 2,500km of fibre, enabling high-speed connectivity, low latency, and resilient infrastructure.
Unlike many global colocation providers, Iomart focuses heavily on UK data sovereignty, offering organisations a secure environment to host critical data and applications entirely within the UK.
Kao Data
Kao Data is a UK-based datacentre operator founded in 2014, specialising in facilities engineered for AI, HPC, cloud, and enterprise workloads, with data centres located in Harlow, Slough, and Northolt, alongside a major expansion project in Greater Manchester.
The company powers its facilities using 100% renewable energy and is known for hosting NVIDIA's Cambridge-1 supercomputer, one of the UK's most significant AI computing installations.
The combination of NVIDIA DGX Ready certification, liquid cooling capability and UK sovereignty make it an attractive option for organisations looking at building a UK-based AI infrastructure.
ServerChoice
ServerChoice is a UK-based colocation, connectivity, and managed network services provider founded in 2008, with datacentre facilities in London, Harlow, and Stevenage.
Unlike many larger providers, it differentiates itself with a high-touch service model, offering features such as remote support, flexible colocation packages, and industry-leading service level agreements. Its facilities are designed with N+1 resilience, carrier-neutral connectivity, and strong physical security measures, including biometric access controls and 24/7 monitoring.
ServerChoice is best suited to SMEs, growing enterprises and organisations seeking secure UK-based colocation with personalised support.
Verne
Verne is a leading Nordic datacentre operator specialising in sustainable colocation, AI, HPC and other data-intensive workloads. Founded in 2008, the company operates strategically located datacentres across Iceland and Finland, with its commercial headquarters in London.
The company leverages naturally cool Nordic climates to reduce energy consumption and deliver highly efficient datacentre operations. Its flagship Iceland campus is powered by 100% renewable hydroelectric and geothermal energy, while its Finnish facilities also run on renewable power.
Verne’s combination of renewable energy, high-density infrastructure, and Nordic locations makes it an attractive choice for organisations seeking sustainable, high-performance computing environments.
Speak to an expert
Discuss your hosting requirements and find out more relocating your infrastructure with our AI experts.