United Kingdom Data Center Rack Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Rack Type (Cabinet Racks and Open Frame Racks), By Deployment Type (Colocation Data Centers and Hyperscale Data Centers), and United Kingdom Data Center Rack Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035.

United Kingdom Data Center Rack Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The United Kingdom Data Center Rack Market Size was estimated at USD 209 Million in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 9.51% from 2025 to 2035
• The United Kingdom Data Center Rack Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 568 Million by 2035

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Market Overview

The United Kingdom data center rack market refers to the industry encompasses the supply and demand for specialized racks that are used to securely hold servers, networking hardware, and storage equipment in data centers around the United Kingdom. These racks guarantee ordered cable management, maximize space usage, and enhance cooling effectiveness. The market is growing rapidly to provide scalable, dependable, and energy-efficient data center infrastructure due to the rise of cloud computing, digital services, and data storage requirements. The growing need for improved cooling systems and effective space management in data centers.  The demand for sophisticated, scalable rack systems is driven by the expansion of cloud computing, edge computing, and 5G deployment.  Furthermore, growing expenditures on data center infrastructure and changing to modular, adaptable racks provide up new avenues for innovation and market growth while meeting the needs of a wide range of industries and enhancing overall operational effectiveness. The  creation of scalable, modular racks equipped with innovative cooling technologies including rear-door heat exchangers and liquid cooling. AI and edge computing require high-density computing environments, which are supported by the integration of smart sensors for real-time monitoring and improved cable management systems. This also increases efficiency and reduces energy.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the United Kingdom data center rack market based on various segments and regions and forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the United Kingdom data center rack market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, and development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the United Kingdom data center rack market.

Driving Factors

The rapid expansion of data centers due to initiatives for digital transformation, big data analytics, and growing cloud computing adoption. Data traffic is increasing due to the rise of 5G networks and growing internet penetration, which calls for reliable infrastructure. Advanced rack systems are in greater demand as a result of data centers' need for improved cooling solutions and efficient space usage. Further driving market expansion are increased expenditures in edge computing and government assistance for data center infrastructure. Organizations are forced to provide to new rack technologies due to the demand for dependable, secure, and scalable IT environments, which propels ongoing market development.

Restraining Factors

The expansion of the UK data center rack market is hampered by high upfront prices and difficult installation procedures. Adoption may also be constrained by issues with power consumption, heat dissipation, and compatibility with current infrastructure. Market expansion is also hampered by stringent regulations and the requirement for constant maintenance.

Market Segmentation.

The United Kingdom data center rack market share is classified into rack type and deployment type.

• The cabinet racks segment accounted for the largest revenue in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The United Kingdom data center rack market is segmented by rack type into cabinet racks and open frame racks. Among these, the cabinet racks segment accounted for the largest revenue in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The segment growth can be attributed because of their strong security features, outstanding ventilation control, and appropriateness for colocation and big data centers, satisfying the needs of high-density environments for structured, scalable, and effective IT infrastructure.

• The colocation data centers segment accounted for the largest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The United Kingdom data center rack market is segmented by deployment type into colocation data centers and hyperscale data center. Among these, the colocation data centers segment accounted for the largest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. This is because of their accessible scalable infrastructure solutions that lower businesses' capital expenditures. They address the increasing demands for effective IT operations and resource management by providing flexible space, improved security, and dependable electricity.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the United Kingdom data center rack market along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• Eaton Corporation
• Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)
• Rittal GmbH & Co. KG
• Black Box Corporation
• Schneider Electric SE
• Others.

Recent Developments:

• In October 2024, Flex introduced liquid-cooled server racks and power solutions tailored for AI and high-performance computing (HPC) workloads. These solutions integrate JetCool's SmartPlate direct-to-chip cooling technology, supporting up to 1,500W per socket, addressing the thermal challenges of modern data centers.

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at UK, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the United Kingdom data center rack market based on the below-mentioned segments

United Kingdom Data Center Rack Market, By Rack Type

• Cabinet Racks
• Open Frame Racks

United Kingdom Data Center Rack Market, By Deployment Type

• Colocation Data Centers
• Hyperscale Data Centers