Dutch firm plans €1B data center on former Sappi site in Lanaken, Belgium

Switch Datacenters plans to build a large data center on the former Sappi site in Lanaken, Belgium, with investment up to €1 billion and 150-250 jobs. The project is confirmed by local mayor Marino Keulen, but details on timeline and capacity remain unclear. This marks a significant infrastructure investment for the region, potentially boosting local economic activity.