Nvidia and OpenAI plan to commit billions of dollars to build new data centers in the UK, according to Bloomberg. The investment will coincide with the upcoming official visit of U.S. President Donald Trump to the country and will be coordinated in collaboration with Nscale, a provider specializing in mission-critical infrastructure.
A strategic package of investments
According to sources close to the deal, Jensen Huang (Nvidia CEO) and Sam Altman (OpenAI CEO) will accompany Trump on his trip to London, where this package of investments by U.S. companies will be announced. The project underscores the UK’s importance as a key European hub for artificial intelligence and high-performance computing.
Nscale had already announced in January a data center in Loughton, Essex, with an initial 50 MW capacity and a reserve of up to 90 MW. The company plans to invest approximately $3 billion in the country.
Blackwell GPUs and mass deployment
Meanwhile, Nvidia revealed during past London Tech Week that it would deploy 10,000 Blackwell GPUs in the UK before the end of 2026, likely at the Loughton facilities, although the exact location has not been confirmed. These units are critical for training and running large language models from OpenAI and other generative AI projects.
Stargate ecosystem: from Norway to the UK
Nvidia, OpenAI, and Nscale are already collaborating on Stargate Norway, a mega data center in Kvandal (near Narvik, northern Norway), which will have 230 MW initially, expandable to 520 MW in later phases. The plan aims to reach 100,000 Nvidia GPUs by 2026, with long-term expansion in mind.
It’s unclear if the new UK project will operate under the same Stargate brand, but OpenAI has stated that it will use this name for all its future digital infrastructures. In July, the firm opened an office in the UK and signed an agreement with the UK government to promote AI projects and data centers in the country.
Incentives and AI growth zones
The UK government, aiming to position the country as a leader in European artificial intelligence, is working on the creation of so-called AI Growth Zones. These areas will offer regulatory benefits and energy access to accelerate data center construction. The announcement of Nvidia and OpenAI represents a strong endorsement of this strategy and is expected to be welcomed with enthusiasm at Downing Street.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where will Nvidia and OpenAI’s new data center in the UK be located?
The confirmed location is Loughton, Essex, where Nscale is developing a campus with 90 MW of reserve. However, the investment may include additional sites under the Stargate brand.
What role will Nvidia’s Blackwell GPUs play?
At least 10,000 units will be deployed in the UK to power generative AI models, data analysis, and advanced cloud services.
How does this project relate to Stargate Norway?
The collaboration model is the same: Nvidia provides hardware, OpenAI supplies AI models, and Nscale provides infrastructure. Stargate could become the global brand for their data centers.
What impact will this have on the UK economy?
Beyond direct investment, it is expected to create specialized jobs and bolster the UK’s position as an AI technology hub in Europe.
via: datacenterdynamics