The Spanish provider kept all its cloud services and critical systems operational thanks to a solid contingency plan, automated generators, and preferred fuel supply agreements.
The power outage that affected the entire Iberian Peninsula on Monday, April 28 was one of the biggest tests of energy and operational resilience for data centers in Spain. ASAC, a national provider of cloud services and critical infrastructure, has confirmed that its data center remained fully operational throughout the incident.
The key to success was a well-designed contingency plan that combines automated backup systems with up to 72 hours of electrical autonomy, supported by priority fuel supply agreements in case of emergency.
Infrastructure and People: An Essential Duo
As soon as the power supply disruption was detected, the generators activated automatically, ensuring a seamless transition. ASAC’s emergency protocol is designed to ensure both the continuous operation of cloud services and support for clients with critical systems.
“Our data centers do not shut down,” the company stated, emphasizing the commitment and readiness of its technical team, which remained vigilant and operational at all times.
During the blackout, ASAC not only avoided interruptions but also kept all customer support channels active, without any degradation in service quality.
Energy Autonomy and Strategic Agreements
One of the distinguishing elements of ASAC’s continuity plan is its energy autonomy capability, allowing it to operate for up to 72 hours continuously without grid supply. This is achieved through a combination of redundant infrastructure and strategically managed fuel reserves.
Additionally, ASAC has preferred agreements with logistics suppliers, ensuring priority diesel replenishment in critical events, minimizing risk even in prolonged high-demand scenarios like the recent one.
A Customer Reliability-Centered Model
ASAC’s approach prioritizes customer peace of mind above all. Under the motto “so our clients never have to worry about their infrastructure,” the company continues to strengthen its commitment to business continuity, not only through technology but also via an operational culture focused on resilience.
Conclusion
ASAC’s performance during the April 28 blackout clearly demonstrates how preparation, energy autonomy, and human coordination ensure the continuous operation of digital services even under extreme conditions.
At a time when cloud infrastructure and data centers are the invisible support of the economy, ASAC shows that reliability is a strategic choice — and a responsibility towards the digital nation we are building.
via: LinkedIN ASAC