ATLANTA, GA – July 9, 2025 – DC BLOX, a premier provider of connected data centers and fiber network solutions across the Southeastern United States, today announced plans to develop its second subsea Cable Landing Station (CLS) campus in Palm Coast, Florida. The new facility will serve as a critical node in the global data communications ecosystem, delivering robust international connectivity and reinforcing the Southeast’s digital infrastructure.
Strategically located in a region distinct from existing cable landing sites in the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and Southern Florida, the Palm Coast CLS campus offers route diversity and resiliency that are essential to supporting today’s hyperscale and AI-driven demands.
“This is a landmark moment for Palm Coast, Flagler Beach, and Flagler County,” said Theresa Carli Pontieri, Vice Mayor of Palm Coast. “The Sol subsea cable is more than just infrastructure; it’s a gateway to unprecedented global connectivity that will attract further high-caliber industries. We are not just putting Palm Coast on the map — we are building a direct route to the world’s digital economy.”
The new campus will be anchored by the recently announced Sol subsea cable, revealed today by Google, connecting Palm Coast to Bermuda, the Azores, and Spain. Sol represents Florida’s first direct subsea connection to Europe since 1999 and, upon activation, will be the only in-service cable between Florida and Europe.
Brian Quigley, Vice President of Global Network Infrastructure at Google Cloud, stated:
“The Sol subsea cable’s arrival in Palm Coast will advance Florida’s position as a technology destination and state-of-the-art connectivity hub. We look forward to collaborating with DC BLOX to increase network reliability and resilience in Florida, the United States, and across the Atlantic.”
The Palm Coast CLS will be designed to support six high-capacity subsea cables, including five additional future landings in Flagler Beach, which will connect via terrestrial routes to the Palm Coast facility. The campus will complement DC BLOX’s first subsea CLS in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, and is expected to be fully operational by Q1 2027.
“The demand for global communications infrastructure continues to grow as hyperscalers expand into new markets and invest in subsea connectivity to meet the rising requirements of cloud computing, AI, and international data exchange,” said Chris Gatch, Chief Revenue Officer at DC BLOX.
“With the development of our second CLS campus in Florida, DC BLOX reaffirms its commitment to delivering innovative, high-capacity infrastructure solutions that empower global connectivity and drive economic growth in the Southeast.”
The 20+ acre campus will feature full colocation capabilities, scalability for future expansion, and a design rooted in reliability, sustainability, and operational excellence.
Florida’s state leadership also applauded the announcement.
“Florida is once again at the forefront of strengthening our nation’s digital infrastructure,” said J. Alex Kelly, Florida Secretary of Commerce. “The anchoring of the Sol cable in our state is a testament to our commitment to fostering an environment ripe for technological investment and innovation. We are proud to partner with companies like Google and DC BLOX on strategic infrastructure projects that support the future of AI and deliver tangible benefits to communities across the Sunshine State.”
Palm Coast CLS Campus – Key Features
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Hyperscale & Carrier Capacity: Supports six subsea cables with full colocation services.
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Strategic Southeast Location: Enhances global route diversity while tapping into the region’s growing digital infrastructure ecosystem.
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Future-Ready Design: Built on a 20-acre site with scalable capacity, cutting-edge reliability, and sustainable infrastructure planning.
