Serban redefines AI readiness: Scaling next-gen data centers through EPC+ and advanced commissioning

As AI, cloud computing, and digital transformation accelerate worldwide, the demand for highly reliable and scalable data center infrastructure is growing rapidly. Meeting these new, high-density requirements requires more than traditional construction; it demands a fusion of advanced engineering and integrated project delivery.

Engineering the AI revolution

AI-driven workloads and increasing energy demands are fundamentally reshaping how data centers are designed and operated. Serban is meeting this challenge by providing integrated solutions that combine engineering, project management, and advanced test and commissioning (T&C) services within a single, cohesive delivery framework.

By managing the entire lifecycle – from initial design to operational readiness – Serban enables investors to deploy mission-critical facilities with total operational confidence. To date, the company has contributed to the delivery of more than 120MW of data center capacity across multiple international markets.

The EPC+ advantage: Beyond construction

At the core of Serban’s success is its EPC+ delivery model. This approach extends beyond traditional engineering, procurement, and construction by integrating:

• Investment and financial advisory: Strategic guidance for infrastructure scaling
• Energy and automation: Specialized focus on high-density power and automation systems
• Rigorous T&C programs: Multi-layered methodologies that validate performance under real-world 24/7 mission-critical conditions

A global footprint of excellence

Serban’s expertise is demonstrated through high-tier projects across Europe, the Middle East, and Türkiye:

• Germany: Serving as the general planner for the Green Data Center project, Serban is coordinating all engineering disciplines to deliver sustainable digital infrastructure in hubs like Frankfurt, Berlin, and Munich.
• Saudi Arabia: Delivering a multi-phase Tier III facility targeting LEED Gold certification, showcasing expertise in complex steel and concrete hybrid structures.
• Türkiye: Proven track record with flagship facilities including the Turkcell Europe, Gebze, and Ankara Data Centers, as well as the Vodafone and DAMAC project in Izmir.

In addition to its current projects, Serban is actively expanding its pipeline into new strategic markets, including Africa, Greece, Spain, and Azerbaijan. These regions represent significant growth opportunities not only for digital infrastructure investments but also for the manufacturing companies operating under the Açık Holding umbrella.

By leveraging its integrated EPC+ capabilities, Serban aims to support the development of next-generation data center ecosystems in these markets while strengthening the broader industrial value chain of the group.

Future-proofing digital infrastructure

“Next-generation data centers require increasingly sophisticated engineering solutions and resilient power infrastructure to support AI workloads,” the company stated. Looking ahead, Serban is also targeting the modernization of legacy facilities, particularly in the UK and Ireland, where the demand for AI-ready upgrades is surging.

With its robust engineering expertise and holistic EPC+ approach, Serban continues to play a pivotal role in supporting the global expansion of future-ready digital infrastructure.

Serban also brings strong expertise in next-generation data center modularization, enabling faster deployment, scalability, and improved quality control for high-density digital infrastructure projects.

Through advanced MEP engineering capabilities, the company delivers highly efficient power, cooling, and automation systems tailored to AI-ready facilities.

Complementing these technical strengths, Serban places a strong emphasis on health and safety management, applying rigorous international standards to ensure safe execution across all project phases while maintaining operational reliability for mission-critical environments.