Start Campus, in collaboration with Nscale, has successfully deployed one of the European Union’s first NVIDIA GB300 NVL72 platforms at its SIN01 data centre in Sines, Portugal. This milestone reinforces Start Campus’ and Nscale’s positions as trusted AI infrastructure partners in the EU, supporting Microsoft in delivering cutting-edge AI capabilities across the region.
With SIN01 now operating at full capacity and expansion underway due to high demand, Start Campus demonstrates that the SINES Data Campus ranks among the world’s most attractive locations for ultra-dense, next-generation AI workloads.
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Nscale, a Europe-headquartered AI-native infrastructure platform with global operations, selected Start Campus’ AI-ready site for its strategic location, deployment readiness, and scalable infrastructure. The first deployment and infrastructure upgrades are set to be fully operational by Q1 2026 at the SINES Data Campus.
The NVIDIA GB300 NVL72 platform is engineered for high-performance AI inference and training, designed to handle the development, training, and deployment of large and complex AI models efficiently. Start Campus’ infrastructure supports rack densities exceeding 130kW, providing the necessary power and cooling to accommodate advanced AI workloads while staying ahead of evolving technological demands.
Portugal’s commitment to AI and digital transformation aligns with this deployment. Castro Almeida, Minister of Economy and Territorial Cohesion, stated, “This investment in Sines confirms the international confidence in Portugal as a destination for innovation and technology, strengthening our position in the global digital economy and creating conditions to attract talent and high value-add investment. This is a remarkable example of how the country can lead the transition to a greener and smarter economy.”
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Echoing this, Miguel Pinto Luz, Minister of Infrastructure and Housing, said, “Start Campus exemplifies two key aspects that are essential in the strategy for developing public policy around critical infrastructure. Sines demonstrates the convergence of the digital transition with Portugal’s unique geographic position, enabling safe and sustainable investment in an ecosystem powered by renewable energy, aligned with our 2028 carbon neutrality targets.”
Robert Dunn, CEO of Start Campus, added, “We’ve proven that the SINES Data Campus is one of the most desirable global locations prepared for ultra-dense, next-generation AI workloads. We’re proud to partner with Nscale and NVIDIA on this flagship deployment and excited to focus on launching our next 180MW SIN02 facility.”
Josh Payne, CEO and founder of Nscale, emphasized, “AI needs the right environment to thrive – ones that combine scale, resilience, and sustainability. Partnering with Start Campus ensures we can meet the needs of our customers while laying foundations for the next generation of AI.”
Recent studies highlight Portugal’s growing digital infrastructure potential. Investments are forecast to contribute up to €26 billion to GDP by 2030, create tens of thousands of jobs, and strengthen the country as a hub for sovereign, sustainable digital infrastructure. Additionally, Portugal’s abundant renewable energy and competitive electricity prices enhance its appeal for global AI operations.
This deployment marks a defining step for AI infrastructure in Portugal, underscoring the region’s readiness to support the world’s most transformative technologies.
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