TL;DR<\/h2>\n\n- The global liquid cooling market for data centers reached $3.2 billion in 2023.<\/li>\n
- Europe\u2019s market grew by 27.6% in 2023 to $1.07 billion; North America reached $1.16 billion.<\/li>\n
- Strict data privacy regulations and sustainability goals are accelerating growth across Europe.<\/li>\n
- Annual growth of approximately 19% is projected between 2024 and 2032.<\/li>\n
- Airsys uses a spray-based method instead of immersion – reducing coolant consumption and lowering PUE values to below 1.03.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Global Market Insights estimates the global liquid cooling market for data centers stood at $3.2 billion in 2023. Between 2024 and 2032, it is expected to grow at an average annual rate of 19%. This projection comes according to IT-Business<\/a> from Airsys\u2019s latest Data Center Liquid Cooling Market Report<\/em>, in collaboration with Market Insights.<\/p>\nEurope\u2019s liquid cooling market rose by 27.6% in 2023 – to $1.07 billion – outpacing North America\u2019s growth, even though North America remains larger at nearly $1.16 billion. Analysts attribute rising demand in \u201cthe Old World\u201d partly to stringent data privacy rules. Another key driver is Europe\u2019s stronger commitment to sustainability and green data center technologies.<\/p>\n
Growth Drivers and Key Players<\/h2>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.cloudmagazin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/bhautik-patel-GYj9ts-qvlQ-unsplash-250x141.jpg\")
<\/a><\/p>\nEfficient liquid cooling: Airsys opts for spray-based cooling rather than immersion. Source: Unsplash \/ Bhautik Patel<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
The historically high – and still projected – growth rates stem not only from new data center construction but also from expansions of existing facilities operating at higher processor and memory module densities. Cloud computing and artificial intelligence further fuel global demand for both data centers and liquid cooling solutions.<\/p>\n
As noted by Market Insights and IT-Business, alongside established data center infrastructure vendors – Vertiv, Rittal, and Schneider Electric (headquartered in Garching near Munich) – a \u201cdiverse mix\u201d of companies is entering the space. These include 3M, Alfa Laval AB, Coolit Systems, IBM, and Mitsubishi Electric.<\/p>\n
Also joining the field is Petronas Lubricants International. The Malaysian lubricant specialist – subsidiary of Petronas – announced in June 2024, together with Iceotype, the launch of a new data center coolant designed to boost efficiency while reducing emissions and water consumption.<\/p>\n
\n\n$1.07 billion<\/div>\ngrew even faster than North America\u2019s, although<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n$1.16 billion<\/div>\nremains larger. Rising demand in the Old World<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n19 percent<\/div>\nper year. This projection comes, according to IT-Business, from the current<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nSpraying Instead of Immersion Cuts Cooling Infrastructure Needs<\/h2>\n
Liquid cooling falls into two main categories: immersion cooling – submerging components in coolant – and direct-to-chip cooling, such as Airsys\u2019s spray-based approach, where coolant is sprayed directly onto components. The latter significantly reduces the required cooling infrastructure. Airsys\u2019s \u201cLiquid Rack\u201d solution, per manufacturer specifications, uses only about 10% of the coolant volume required by immersion systems. As a result, PUE values can drop below 1.03. Airsys specifies the rack\u2019s cooling capacity at 20-150 kilowatts.<\/p>\n
A non-conductive liquid coolant is sprayed onto servers to absorb heat. The warmed coolant then flows into a reservoir, from which a dual-pump system transfers it to a plate heat exchanger. There, heat is dissipated either via a dry cooler into the atmosphere – or repurposed as district heating. Within the Liquid Rack, a precision spray nozzle delivers the non-conductive fluid point-by-point directly onto server processors, preventing thermal hotspots. This approach significantly extends server lifespans and reduces maintenance requirements.<\/p>\n
Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\nWhat was the global liquid cooling market volume for data centers in 2023?<\/strong><\/summary>\nThe global market reached $3.2 billion in 2023. In Europe, it totaled $1.07 billion.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nWhy is Europe\u2019s liquid cooling market growing faster than North America\u2019s?<\/strong><\/summary>\nAnalysts cite strict data privacy regulations and Europe\u2019s stronger commitment to sustainability and green data center technologies.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nWhich cooling technology does Airsys use?<\/strong><\/summary>\nAirsys employs direct-to-chip cooling using a spray-based method – not immersion cooling. Components receive precisely targeted sprays of non-conductive liquid.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nWhat advantages does Airsys\u2019s spray method offer over immersion?<\/strong><\/summary>\nThe spray method consumes only about 10% of the coolant volume used in immersion systems. It lowers PUE to under 1.03 and cuts maintenance needs.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nWhich companies – beyond traditional infrastructure vendors – are active in the liquid cooling market?<\/strong><\/summary>\nIn addition to Vertiv, Rittal, and Schneider Electric, players include 3M, Alfa Laval AB, Coolit Systems, IBM, Mitsubishi Electric, and Petronas Lubricants International.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n
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Global Market Insights estimates the global liquid cooling market for data centers stood at $3.2 billion in 2023. Between 2024 and 2032, it is expected to grow at an average annual rate of 19%. This projection comes according to IT-Business<\/a> from Airsys\u2019s latest Data Center Liquid Cooling Market Report<\/em>, in collaboration with Market Insights.<\/p>\n Europe\u2019s liquid cooling market rose by 27.6% in 2023 – to $1.07 billion – outpacing North America\u2019s growth, even though North America remains larger at nearly $1.16 billion. Analysts attribute rising demand in \u201cthe Old World\u201d partly to stringent data privacy rules. Another key driver is Europe\u2019s stronger commitment to sustainability and green data center technologies.<\/p>\n Efficient liquid cooling: Airsys opts for spray-based cooling rather than immersion. Source: Unsplash \/ Bhautik Patel<\/p>\n<\/div>\n The historically high – and still projected – growth rates stem not only from new data center construction but also from expansions of existing facilities operating at higher processor and memory module densities. Cloud computing and artificial intelligence further fuel global demand for both data centers and liquid cooling solutions.<\/p>\n As noted by Market Insights and IT-Business, alongside established data center infrastructure vendors – Vertiv, Rittal, and Schneider Electric (headquartered in Garching near Munich) – a \u201cdiverse mix\u201d of companies is entering the space. These include 3M, Alfa Laval AB, Coolit Systems, IBM, and Mitsubishi Electric.<\/p>\n Also joining the field is Petronas Lubricants International. The Malaysian lubricant specialist – subsidiary of Petronas – announced in June 2024, together with Iceotype, the launch of a new data center coolant designed to boost efficiency while reducing emissions and water consumption.<\/p>\n Liquid cooling falls into two main categories: immersion cooling – submerging components in coolant – and direct-to-chip cooling, such as Airsys\u2019s spray-based approach, where coolant is sprayed directly onto components. The latter significantly reduces the required cooling infrastructure. Airsys\u2019s \u201cLiquid Rack\u201d solution, per manufacturer specifications, uses only about 10% of the coolant volume required by immersion systems. As a result, PUE values can drop below 1.03. Airsys specifies the rack\u2019s cooling capacity at 20-150 kilowatts.<\/p>\n A non-conductive liquid coolant is sprayed onto servers to absorb heat. The warmed coolant then flows into a reservoir, from which a dual-pump system transfers it to a plate heat exchanger. There, heat is dissipated either via a dry cooler into the atmosphere – or repurposed as district heating. Within the Liquid Rack, a precision spray nozzle delivers the non-conductive fluid point-by-point directly onto server processors, preventing thermal hotspots. This approach significantly extends server lifespans and reduces maintenance requirements.<\/p>\n The global market reached $3.2 billion in 2023. In Europe, it totaled $1.07 billion.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n Analysts cite strict data privacy regulations and Europe\u2019s stronger commitment to sustainability and green data center technologies.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n Airsys employs direct-to-chip cooling using a spray-based method – not immersion cooling. Components receive precisely targeted sprays of non-conductive liquid.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n The spray method consumes only about 10% of the coolant volume used in immersion systems. It lowers PUE to under 1.03 and cuts maintenance needs.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n In addition to Vertiv, Rittal, and Schneider Electric, players include 3M, Alfa Laval AB, Coolit Systems, IBM, Mitsubishi Electric, and Petronas Lubricants International.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n SecurityToday<\/a> | MyBusinessFuture<\/a> | Digital Chiefs<\/a><\/p>\nGrowth Drivers and Key Players<\/h2>\n
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Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n
What was the global liquid cooling market volume for data centers in 2023?<\/strong><\/summary>\n
Why is Europe\u2019s liquid cooling market growing faster than North America\u2019s?<\/strong><\/summary>\n
Which cooling technology does Airsys use?<\/strong><\/summary>\n
What advantages does Airsys\u2019s spray method offer over immersion?<\/strong><\/summary>\n
Which companies – beyond traditional infrastructure vendors – are active in the liquid cooling market?<\/strong><\/summary>\n
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