The Tahkoluoto Data Center Project Advances — Here's How Pori Houses the Builders

One of the most significant hyperscale data center projects in Finland is being planned for Pori's Tahkoluoto. The project has already put the region on the map for international technology investment, and during the construction phase, Pori's accommodation capacity will face significant pressure. This article summarizes what's publicly known about the project, why a hyperscale site differs from a typical construction project in terms of accommodation, and how Immodan meets the need with over 300 accommodation places.

The Tahkoluoto hyperscale data center — a brief background

Tahkoluoto, next to Pori's Mäntyluoto, is a natural location for a hyperscale-class data center: the area has a deep-water port, strong electrical grid infrastructure, plenty of available industrial land, and cooling potential from the sea. Pori has also positioned itself in recent years as a leading city for the green transition and industrial investment, alongside the Harjavalta battery chemicals cluster.

During construction, hyperscale sites typically employ hundreds, even thousands, of different professionals: earthworks, steel construction, electrical installation, cooling technology, and server installation. Much of the specialized expertise comes from abroad — work periods typically last from months to over a year.

Why a hyperscale site is exceptional for accommodation

Compared to a typical construction site, a hyperscale data center means three things that change the logic of accommodation:

1. Volume spikes. During construction, the number of subcontractors can quickly rise from hundreds to over a thousand, then drop sharply after commissioning.
2. International teams. A German cooling technician, a Dutch electrical contractor, and a US server installation team all need a furnished, ready apartment — not an empty rental listing.
3. Long periods. A typical work stint is 3–18 months. A hotel is too expensive and impractical, and the regular rental market too slow and binding.

Why a furnished apartment beats a hotel for stays over a month

A hotel night in Pori typically costs €100–160. Over a month, that's €3,000–4,800 per employee — without a kitchen, laundry facilities, or peace to work. A furnished corporate apartment in Pori costs €1,100–1,900/month, a typical saving of 30–50%. Plus, the employee gets:

• Their own kitchen and fridge — no constant restaurant meals
• A laundry room or their own washing machine
• A workspace and fast internet
• A living room to recover in after a long workday

When an employee is better rested, productivity improves. This is a quiet but significant reason why more international main contractors now require furnished accommodation instead of a hotel for stays over four weeks.

Immodan's capacity in the Pori area

Immodan has over 300 accommodation places in the Pori area. Apartments are spread across the city center, East and West Pori, and towards Pihlava — exactly where a typical data center subcontractor wants to be:

• Fast access to the Tahkoluoto and Mäntyluoto sites (approx. 20 min) from West Pori and Pihlava apartments.
• City center apartments suit project managers and international consultants whose workdays are split between different locations.
• We scale actively — we can group the same team in the same building or neighborhood to keep logistics and team spirit intact.

A contract model that fits the project

Data center project schedules are fluid. That's why all our contracts are open-ended, with a one-month notice period. The minimum term is one month. Pricing for corporate clients is 13.5% VAT and includes furniture, dishes, bedding, and fast internet. As an additional service, we offer cleaning at €150/person/visit, as well as broader service packages for large teams.

How booking works

1. Send a quote request — tell us the group size, site location (Tahkoluoto, Mäntyluoto, other Pori), and estimated timeframe.
2. You'll receive a quote within 24 hours and see what capacity is available for the requested period.
3. We sign the contract electronically — no deposit, no rental deposit hassle.
4. 24/7 self check-in — an international technician can access the apartment even after a night flight.

Summary

The Tahkoluoto data center project is a decade-scale investment for Pori and the whole Satakunta region. Its construction phase will bring hundreds of international subcontractors to the area, for whom a hotel is too expensive and a regular rental apartment too binding. Immodan's 300+ accommodation places, flexible contract model, and local knowledge make Pori a solid option when accommodation needs to be arranged quickly and reliably.

Need accommodation for the Tahkoluoto data center site or another Pori project? Request a quote — we reply within 24 hours. Also see furnished apartments in Pori, our data center accommodation service, and construction site accommodation.