description Pionen Data Center Overview
Pionen is a data center operated by the Swedish internet service provider Bahnhof inside a former civil-defence facility beneath Vita Bergen in Stockholm. The site occupies a Cold War-era rock bunker and is protected by the surrounding granite and heavy blast doors. Its interior redevelopment is known for combining server infrastructure with deliberately theatrical elements such as exposed rock, glass-walled rooms, artificial daylight, plants, and an indoor waterfall.
help Pionen Data Center FAQ
What company operates the Pionen Data Center in Stockholm?
The Pionen Data Center is operated by the Swedish internet service provider Bahnhof. It is famously located 100 feet below the surface inside a former Cold War civil defense bunker carved into the granite bedrock of Stockholm.
Why is the Pionen Data Center famous in pop culture?
Pionen gained international pop culture notoriety when it was featured as the secret lair of the villain Raoul Silva in the 2012 James Bond film *Skyfall*. Its futuristic, science fiction-esque design made it a highly memorable filming location.
What kind of power backup does the Pionen Data Center use?
To ensure uninterrupted power, the facility utilizes massive dual backup generators originally intended for diesel-electric submarines. These engines, along with the bunker's thick granite walls, allow the data center to withstand massive external shocks.
Can the public take a tour inside the Pionen Data Center?
Because it is an active, highly secure server facility holding sensitive data, Bahnhof does not offer public tours of the Pionen Data Center. Access is strictly restricted to authorized personnel and cleared clients.
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