NRC Group has been selected as a partner to atNorth to deliver a data center substation project in Finland. In addition to construction works, the project includes HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) as well as high- and medium-voltage works.
The work will commence immediately and is scheduled for completion by April 2027.
- This project is strategically important for us and supports our objective of strengthening our position as an electrical and energy construction contractor in Finland, says Harri Lukkarinen, Managing Director of NRC Group Finland.
In line with its strategy, NRC Group has expanded its role in electrical and energy construction. The company’s projects include wind and solar power plants, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and substations for data centers and power grids.
The newly signed contract continues the company’s series of data center substation projects and complements several ongoing and completed projects
- We have developed our expertise systematically over several years, and successful project deliveries have confirmed that our chosen direction is the right one. We have also consistently strengthened our organization, enabling us to deliver projects even more efficiently together with our customers, says Sami Korhonen, Head of the Electricity and Energy business.
- Our strong expertise and new projects in data center substation construction support the development of renewable energy and critical infrastructure. They are a key part of our strategic ambition to become the most ambitious infrastructure contractor in the Nordics, Korhonen continues.
NRC Group has expanded its operations in a structured way, building growth on a strong infrastructure foundation. Extensive experience in railway and other critical infrastructure electrical systems — including construction, commissioning, and maintenance — provides a solid basis for electrical and energy projects, where overall project management, electrical expertise, and the ability to execute demanding projects safely and with high quality are essential.
About atNorth
atNorth is a Nordic data center company that provides high-quality, scalable, and energy-efficient data center solutions. The company leverages renewable energy and the natural cooling advantages of Nordic locations to deliver sustainable infrastructure, particularly for data-intensive industries.
The project is strategically significant for us and supports our goal of strengthening our position as an electrical and energy infrastructure contractor in Finland.
Harri Lukkarinen, Managing Director NRC Group Finland