Amazon launches new Europe-based cloud service aimed at addressing concerns over data security, sovereignty, and regulatory compliance within the European Union. The service is designed for customers who require stronger assurances about where data is stored and who controls access.
Amazon launches new Europe-based cloud service with sovereign design
The new service is called the AWS European Sovereign Cloud. It will operate entirely within the European Union and remain physically and legally separate from Amazon’s existing global cloud infrastructure. The design allows the cloud to continue operating even if connections to non-EU regions are disrupted. Amazon said the service is intended to meet strict European requirements on data residency and governance.
Amazon launches new Europe-based cloud service backed by local infrastructure
The first data center for the service is being built in Brandenburg, Germany. Additional facilities are planned across the region. Amazon said it plans to invest more than 7.8 billion euros to support development and expansion. The infrastructure will be dedicated exclusively to European customers with high compliance needs, including governments and regulated industries.
Amazon launches new Europe-based cloud service with legal separation
The service will be operated independently from Amazon’s U.S. cloud business. A German company will oversee operations, supported by management and advisory boards made up of EU citizens. Amazon said operational control, technical support, and customer service will be handled by staff based in the European Union. The structure is intended to limit exposure to foreign legal demands for data access.
Amazon launches new Europe-based cloud service amid regulatory concerns
European customers have raised concerns about foreign access to cloud data, particularly under U.S. laws that allow authorities to request data held by American companies. The new service is designed to reassure customers that their data remains under EU jurisdiction and governance. Amazon said the cloud complies with European data protection rules.
Market context and competition
Other technology companies are also expanding Europe focused cloud offerings. Microsoft and Google have increased investments in regional data centers and sovereignty controls. The moves reflect growing demand for cloud services that align with regional privacy laws.
Amazon launches new Europe-based cloud service as part of a broader effort to address European data control and compliance needs. The initiative combines local infrastructure, legal separation, and EU based governance to meet customer concerns.
