The global containerized data center market size was valued at USD 9.88 billion in 2022 and is expected to surpass USD 74.14 billion by 2031, expanding at a CAGR of 25.1% during the forecast period, 2023–2031. The growth of the market is attributed to increasing popularity of the cloud, rising amount of data and growing demand for data centers.
Data centers are used to host computer systems, such as storage systems and telecommunications components. The data center includes redundant power supplies, data links, air conditioning, fire extinguishing, and other environmental control systems. Over the years, modularity has become the major driver of data center.

Data center equipment such as storage, servers, and network equipment are integrated into standard containers and then transported to the desired data center location. These data centers are equipped with their own cooling systems.
In addition, containerized data centers have low operating costs and can be equipped with high energy-saving targets. Depending on the size of the container, the data center can be used by small and medium companies as well as large companies. Data centers have applications in various industries such as banking, financial services, and insurance.
Market Trends, Drivers, Restraints, and Opportunities
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Increasing adoption of new technologies by industries is expected to boost the market during the forecast period.
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Rapid growth of IT & telecom industry owing to large data storage problems is major factors fueling the market.
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Rising demand for rapidly deployable and scalable data center is anticipated to drive the market during forecast period.
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High cost of installation and maintenance and overheating of HVAC systems is projected to hamper the market growth.
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Lack of skilled labor for operation of data centers and securing data from cyber-attacks act as major factors that can restrict the market growth during the forecast period.
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R&D investment and technological advancement in cloud storage data centers and high security features are expected to offer lucrative opportunities for the market players.
Scope of the Report
The report on the global containerized data centers market includes an assessment of the market, trends, segments, and regional markets. Overview and dynamics have also been included in the report.
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Details
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Report Title
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Containerized Data Centers Market - Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast
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Base Year
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2022
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Historic Data
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2016–2021
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Forecast Period
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2023–2031
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Segmentation
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End User (BFSI, IT & Telecommunications, Government, Education, Healthcare, Defense, Entertainment & Media, and Others)
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Regional Scope
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Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa
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Report Coverage
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Company Share, Market Analysis and Size, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends, and Revenue Forecast
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Key Players Covered in the Report
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Huawei Technologies; Dell Inc.; Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company; Cisco System Inc.; and IBM Corp.
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Market Segment Insights
The defense segment is expected to expand at a rapid pace
Based on end users, the containerized data center market is divided into education, BFSI, government, healthcare, defense, entertainment & media, IT & telecommunications, and others. The defense segment is expected to represent a key share of the market during the forecast period. New security-oriented data center solutions are current trend. It is supported by the defense infrastructure modernization program.
Defensive applications will significantly increase the demand for modular storage methods. It is planned to deploy two modular data centers in Iraq, including multiple pre-built modular data centers called smart shelter from Schneider electric. Containers have brought huge changes to the global defense industry market for containerized data centers.
North America is anticipated to dominate the market
On the basis of regions, the containerized data center market is classified as Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa. North America is anticipated to dominate the market during the forecast period. Many large companies in the market, including IBM, HPE, and Cisco, have set their sights on the US.
Therefore, the penetration rate of North American container data centers has been very high in recent years. The expansion of mobile broadband and rapid growth of big data and cloud analytics are driving the demand for new data center infrastructure. In addition, there are a large number of data centers in the region, and companies are shifting from hardware-based services to software-based services.
As the number of cloud web hosting, hosting services, and web hosting continues to increase, US IT companies' demand for modular data centers is increasing. The continued introduction of cloud technology in companies is an important factor in the growth of the censored market.

Segments
The global containerized data center market has been segmented on the basis of
End Users
- BFSI
- IT & Telecommunications
- Government
- Education
- Healthcare
- Defense
- Entertainment & Media
- Others
Regions
- Asia Pacific
- North America
- Latin America
- Europe
- Middle East & Africa
Key Players
- Huawei Technologies
- Dell Inc.
- Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company
- Cisco System Inc.
- IBM Corp.
Competitive Landscape
Key players competing in the containerized data center market include Huawei Technologies; Dell Inc.; Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company; Cisco System Inc.; and IBM Corp.
Some of these players are using several market strategies including mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, collaborations, capacity expansion, and product launches to increase their market shares. For instance,
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In November, 2020 Huawei launched the latest 5.0 intelligent modular data center. The modular data center integrates AI applications and generally requires less space.
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In September, 2020 Microsoft launched the Azure modular data center for people looking for cloud computing in any complex environment. Azure can provide mobile command centers, humanitarian assistance, military missions, mineral explosions, or any other cases that require high-intensity and secure computing.
