DC BLOX Targets Hyperscale Connections via New Subsea Campus
DC BLOX has announced plans to construct a second subsea cable landing station campus in Palm Coast, Florida, expanding the company’s infrastructure footprint beyond its existing Myrtle Beach, South Carolina facility.
As a leading provider of connected data centres and fibre network solutions across the Southeastern US, DC BLOX’s new location will be the newest global network node supporting international data communications.
The Palm Coast CLS campus will provide global access to the US through a diverse Southeast location, distinct from existing Northern, Mid-Atlantic and Southern cable landings. This is to ensure more resilient and reliable international communications.
“The demand for global communications infrastructure continues to grow as hyperscalers expand into new international markets and invest in subsea cables to meet the growing requirements for cloud computing, AI and global data exchange,” says Chris Gatch, Chief Revenue Officer at DC BLOX.
Boosting international connectivity
The new facility aligns with industry developments, which are driven by hyperscalers’ ambitious plans to expand international communications infrastructure while offering the key benefits of enhanced route diversification and direct connectivity to key markets.
The Palm Coast CLS campus is anchored by the recently-announced Sol cable to Spain and will support five additional subsea cables. These will land in Flagler Beach, Florida and connect terrestrially to the CLS campus in Palm Coast.
- Capacity for Hyperscale and Carrier Needs: Designed to support full colocation services, the campus will have capacity for six high-capacity subsea cables.
- Strategic Location: Positioned to enhance connectivity and diversification among subsea cable landings, with direct access to the Southeast’s growing digital infrastructure ecosystem.
- Future-Ready Infrastructure: Built on over 20 acres to accommodate additional expansion, with state-of-the-art reliability, design and sustainability.
Announced by Google, the Sol cable connects Palm Coast to Bermuda, the Azores and Spain. It is a high-capacity cable designed for the demands of cloud and AI and is Florida’s first direct connection to Europe since 1999.
Additionally, it will be the only cable in service between Florida and Europe when it’s lit.
“This is a landmark moment for Palm Coast, Flagler Beach and Flagler County and it's a clear signal that we are a community of the future, investing in our economic development and vitality. The Sol subsea cable is more than just infrastructure; it's a gateway to unprecedented global connectivity that will attract further high-calibre industries that our residents deserve.
“We are not just putting Palm Coast and our community on the map; we are building a direct route to the world's digital economy, ensuring a prosperous and dynamic future for our community.”
The importance of strengthening digital infrastructure
DC BLOX says the new campus seeks to complement its first subsea cable landing station in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina – and is expected to be operational by Q1 2027.
“Florida is once again at the forefront of strengthening our nation's digital infrastructure. The anchoring of the Sol subsea cable in our state is a testament to our state’s commitment to fostering an environment that is ripe for technological investment and innovation,” says J. Alex Kelly, Florida Secretary of Commerce.
“We are proud to partner with companies like Google and DC BLOX on strategic infrastructure projects that will support the future of AI innovation and bring tangible benefits to our communities and the entire Sunshine State.”
The Palm Coast Campus reflects DC BLOX’s commitment to building foundational digital infrastructure that supports the Southeast’s rapid population and business growth.
Together with the Myrtle Beach CLS, it highlights the company’s leadership in creating a hyperscale-enabled ecosystem that addresses the evolving demands of the digital economy.
“The Sol subsea cable’s arrival in Palm Coast will advance Florida’s position as a technology destination and state-of-the-art connectivity hub, putting the Sunshine State at the forefront of digital infrastructure and accelerating AI in the US,” says Brian Quigley, VP, Global Network Infrastructure at Google Cloud.
“We look forward to collaborating with DC BLOX to increase network reliability and resilience in Florida, the United States and across the Atlantic.”
This news comes during a time where the US is experiencing rapid digital transformation, driven primarily by rising demand for AI workloads and cloud computing. Despite traditional data centre hubs like Northern Virginia, Dallas and Silicon Valley continuing to dominate the national market, the southeastern US has quickly emerged as a region with increasing strategic importance for digital infrastructure development.
Within this, DC BLOX has emerged as a key player in the region and is creating a comprehensive network of interconnected data centres, fibre networks and cable landing stations that serve enterprise, government and hyperscale clients across the US.
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Chris adds: “With the development of our second cable landing station campus located in Florida, DC BLOX reaffirms its commitment to delivering innovative, high-capacity infrastructure solutions that empower global connectivity and drive economic growth in the Southeast.”
