DCP is a one-stop-shop investment boutique with a focus on colocation and hyperscale data centers, covering the key stages of the data center lifecycle, from initial development to operations in strategic locations across the DACH region. The company, founded in 2021, is based in Munich and has currently around 25 employees, operating from all over the DACH region. DCP manages and develops assets with a current value of €660 million and close to 200 MW in operation or under development.

“In an effort to reflect the strong development of the company, now covering the full value-added chain of data center development, the new brand DCP highlights the organization’s commitment to innovation, growth, and its evolving role as a comprehensive provider of sustainable data center solutions”, says Dr. Christopher Stief, founder and CEO at DCP.

Key changes

With this rebranding, DCP will operate as a one-stop provider for services spanning the entire data center lifecycle, including planning, development, construction, leasing, operations, and security.

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Dr. Christopher Stief, founder & CEO (left) and Gian-Marco Krömer, CCO (right) at DCP – Data Center Partners (DCP)

By consolidating the comprehensive expertise under one single brand, DCP aims to streamline processes, reduce complexities, and deliver a seamless experience, connecting the dots between investors, clients, and partners.

"Over the years, we have expanded beyond our initial consulting approach. Thanks to our talented team, the company has evolved into a versatile player in the industry. We are committed to simplifying our customers' journey towards sustainable data centers by providing everything they need from a single, reliable source", explains Gian-Marco Krömer, CCO at DCP.

Benefits for clients and partners

DCP’s rebranding emphasizes a simplified approach for customers, positioning the company as the primary point of contact for all data center needs. From edge data centers and colocation facilities to hyperscale projects and AI-driven data centers, DCP will offer integrated solutions that reduce the need for multiple providers.

This comprehensive approach is designed to enhance efficiency, accelerate timelines, and optimize workflow management.

Core strengths of DCP

1. Off-market site identification

With a high level of trust in the industry associated with a strong network, the DCP team is able to identify opportunities before anyone in the business within the DACH region.

2. Development

Thanks to its local network, within months, the DCP Team is capable of developing a strategic piece of land into a key data center asset, with power, building- and environmental permits.

3. Construction

Working along with investors and identifying tenants for future data centers, DCP enables the move into the next level of investment, going into the construction stage of the data center asset.

4. ESG-centric approach

All data center sites developed by DCP have an ESG-centric approach, combining reliable design, highest energy efficiency & heat recovery solutions – to name some among numerous solutions – to enhance its path towards net zero.

Proven Track Record from Edge to Hyperscale

DCP continues to drive forward as a specialized, one-stop-shop provider. The company delivers customized solutions tailored to the needs of investors, partners, and customers, leveraging a proven track record across the DACH region.

In just a few years, DCP has successfully developed or co-developed several key projects in a multi-segment approach, including an ESG-focused hyperscale and large enterprise data center platform with sites in Berlin (40 MVA) and Frankfurt/Schwalbach (25 MVA).

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Sample 3D rendering of a DCP data center – Data Center Partners (DCP)

These projects demonstrate DCP’s expertise in managing every aspect of the development process, from site identification to power contract negotiations, building permitting, BImSchG authorization, and due diligence initiated with global hyperscalers.

Additionally, DCP has launched a new edge data center platform with leased facilities in operation in Heidelberg, and Graz, specifically designed to host enterprise customers while offering superior performance and scalability. These achievements highlight DCP’s proven capability to deliver high-quality data center projects that align with the demands of an evolving market.

Major developments in the pipeline: Hyperscale, AI, cloud, and enterprise

As part of its forward-looking strategy, DCP is advancing strategic data center developments in high-demand locations such as Munich (30 MVA) and Düsseldorf (30 MVA).

These regions have raised significant interest from key industry players, who have announced multi-billion-dollar investments in the coming years, positioning these locations as emerging hubs of digital infrastructure for AI, cloud, and Enterprise. As these projects move forward, they will play a pivotal role in supporting the expanding needs of the digital economy across the country.

Moreover, DCP has a strong pipeline of off-market opportunities all over the DACH region and will continue its strong growth.