Skanska to build four US data centres for $1.2 billion

HELSINKI, Aug 20 : Swedish builder Skanska said on Thursday it had signed a contract worth about 11.2 billion Swedish crowns ($1.19 billion) with an existing client to build four new data centres in the southeastern United States. • The project involves constructing four data centres, totalling about 75,000 square meters (808,000 square feet), Skanska said in a statement.• The work includes constructing the shell and interior fit-out for technical spaces, support areas, and office functions.• Construction will begin in the third quarter of 2026 and is expected to be completed in the third quarter of 2028.• Skanska did not name the locations of the construction.($1 = 9.4378 Swedish crowns)