Google to build €150m data centre

Ireland’s reputation as a favoured location for multinationals’ sprawling data centres will be further cemented by the construction of Google’s new €150m data centre in west Dublin.

The internet search giant yesterday announced plans to expand its storage capabilities alongside its existing data centre in Profile Park near Grangecastle.

Some 400 temporary jobs will be created during the construction of the centre, which has already begun, while up to 40 full-time roles will be created once the facility is operational.