center3, Saudi Arabia's largest data center provider, has been positioned in the "Leaders category" in the IDC MarketScape: Gulf Countries Colocation Services 2025 Vendor Assessment (IDC #META52033524, February 2025). We believe this recognition highlights center3's ability to meet evolving customer needs through robust infrastructure, strategic positioning, and an integrated portfolio of hosting and connectivity services across the Middle East.
The IDC MarketScape report evaluates colocation providers in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) based on their current capabilities and long-term strategies. The report noted, "Consider center3 when looking for a datacenter service provider with a strong presence in Saudi Arabia and the wider Middle East region that offers both comprehensive hosting and integrated connectivity solutions. The company's robust infrastructure, carrier-neutral positioning, and extensive network of international submarine cables make it a suitable partner for hyperscalers, telecommunications providers, and enterprises seeking reliable, high-availability datacenter services."
The report also noted, "Center3's strengths lie in its robust infrastructure, strategic positioning, and commitment to innovation. By leveraging its geographic location, advanced technologies, and partnerships, center3 has established itself as a critical digital hub in the Middle East and beyond."
center3 currently operates 25 data centers across various provinces in Saudi Arabia, as well as additional facilities in neighboring countries such as Bahrain. The company's facilities are built to Uptime Institute Tier III standards and hold multiple key industry certifications, including ISO 27001, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and PCI DSS, underscoring its commitment to operational excellence, security, and sustainability.
About IDC MarketScape
IDC MarketScape vendor assessment model is designed to provide an overview of the competitive fitness of technology and service suppliers in a given market. The research utilizes a rigorous scoring methodology based on both qualitative and quantitative criteria that results in a single graphical illustration of each supplier's position within a given market. IDC MarketScape provides a clear framework in which the product and service offerings, capabilities and strategies, and current and future market success factors of technology suppliers can be meaningfully compared. The framework also provides technology buyers with a 360-degree assessment of the strengths and weaknesses of current and prospective suppliers.
