(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) AI, hyperscale and edge data centers are driving demand for rapid-deployment skids, liquid cooling, energy efficiency, IoT monitoring and predictive maintenance.Dublin, Sept. 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Modular Data Center Structural Steel Skid Market Report 2026" has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
The global modular data center structural steel skid market is experiencing rapid growth as operators prioritize faster deployment, scalable capacity and efficient infrastructure. The market is projected to increase from $1.35 billion in 2025 to $1.52 billion in 2026, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.3%. This expansion is supported by rising demand for data center capacity, wider adoption of prefabricated modular infrastructure, growth in cloud computing and hyperscale facilities, and the need to accelerate the deployment of critical IT systems.
Looking ahead, the modular data center structural steel skid market is forecast to reach $2.43 billion by 2030, expanding at a CAGR of 12.6%. Growth during the forecast period is expected to be driven by AI-focused hyperscale data centers, edge computing infrastructure, sustainable data center design, liquid cooling technologies and increased investment in modular digital infrastructure. Steel skid systems are becoming increasingly important as data center developers seek standardized, factory-built structures that can support high-density computing environments while reducing on-site construction requirements.
Key modular data center structural steel skid market trends include AI-driven infrastructure optimization, real-time structural health monitoring enabled by connected sensors, and skid designs compatible with advanced liquid cooling systems. The market is also benefiting from demand for rapid-deployment prefabricated architectures and predictive maintenance solutions that improve asset reliability and lifecycle performance. These innovations are helping operators manage growing power densities, optimize energy use and deploy capacity more efficiently across hyperscale and edge locations.
Rising investment in data center construction is a significant factor supporting market growth. Cloud adoption, digital transformation and increasing volumes of stored and processed information are creating sustained demand for scalable, high-performance infrastructure. Modular structural steel skids support this expansion by providing pre-engineered, factory-built platforms that can shorten project timelines, simplify installation and enable phased capacity additions.
Investment activity in the United Kingdom highlights the scale of current data center development. According to TechUK, approximately £45 billion, equivalent to about $57 billion, in private investment had been committed since July 2024, based on government reporting published in January 2026. The UK data center project pipeline was also valued at approximately £36.4 billion, or $46.2 billion, as of August 2025, covering nearly 100 planned developments nationwide. This level of investment is strengthening demand for modular construction methods, integrated steel platforms and scalable data center infrastructure.
Technology providers are advancing prefabrication capabilities to address the requirements of AI and high-performance computing workloads. In September 2024, Vertiv introduced Vertiv MegaMod CoolChip, a high-density prefabricated modular data center solution integrated with liquid cooling. The system combines direct-to-chip liquid cooling, scalable modular architecture and pre-tested components to improve energy efficiency, reliability and deployment speed. Its flexible configurations, including skid-mounted installations, can reduce transportation and construction complexity while supporting hyperscale and edge data center applications.
Strategic acquisitions are also shaping the competitive landscape. In April 2025, Eaton Corporation acquired Fibrebond Corporation for an undisclosed amount. The transaction expands Eaton's capabilities in modular power enclosures and integrated infrastructure solutions for data centers, industrial facilities and utilities. Fibrebond's expertise in factory-fabricated, skid-mounted platforms strengthens Eaton's ability to support integrated power, electrical and IT infrastructure projects.
North America dominated the modular data center structural steel skid market in 2025, supported by extensive hyperscale development, cloud infrastructure investment and demand for AI-ready capacity. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region during the forecast period. The market analysis covers Asia-Pacific, Southeast Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, the Middle East and Africa, including Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, Italy and Spain.
Markets Covered:
1) By Product Type: Single Skid; Multiple Skid; Customized Skid
2) By Fabrication Type: Welded Steel Skids; Bolted Steel Skids; Hybrid Fabrication Skids
3) By Deployment: Permanent; Temporary or Portable
4) By Application: Information Technology And Telecom; Banking, Financial Services, And Insurance; Healthcare; Government; Energy; Other Applications
5) By End-User: Colocation Providers; Cloud Service Providers; Enterprises; Other End-Users
Subsegments:
1) By Single Skid: Compact Integrated Skid; Containerized Single Skid; Pre-Assembled Equipment Skid
2) By Multiple Skid: Interconnected Modular Skids; Functional Segmented Skids; Scalable Expansion Skids
3) By Customized Skid: Application Specific Skids; Environment Adapted Skids; Client Designed Configuration Skids
Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita.
Data Segmentation: Country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
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