Global construction and development company Skanska has secured a contract from Telehouse to deliver a £158m data centre fit-out project in Docklands, London, UK.

The development is part of a substantial modification of Telehouse South, the company’s largest data facility in Docklands.

Skanska UK managing director Dan Williams said: “We are excited to be working with Telehouse to deliver this project. It is something we are ideally suited for, as we are experienced in delivering a wide range of data centre fit-outs.”

The scope of this project covers the mechanical, electrical and public health engineering fitting out of two of the property's floors.

In addition to installing air conditioning and ventilation, the work comprises installing electrical equipment and systems, a new roof gantry for plants and new lifts.

Other works include cladding restoration and redesigning the building’s security entrances, alongside a new gatehouse and fence.

The project is one of the largest fit-outs that Skanska UK has secured in terms of financial value.

Telehouse Europe managing director Takayo Takamuro said: “Situated at the heart of our iconic Docklands campus, Telehouse South has rapidly established itself as a critically important connectivity hub both for ourselves and our clients.

“The ongoing buildout and development of this state-of-the-art data centre underline the high standards of security, sustainability, and operational excellence that Telehouse is able to deliver to its data centre customers today.”

The xonstruction works that are part of the main contract are expected to be completed in June 2024.