SambaNova is proud to support Argyll Data Development (ADD) launching the UK's first large-scale AI inference service powered entirely by renewable energy. This isn't just infrastructure; it's a sovereign AI revolution built on the SambaRack platform that delivers industry-leading performance at just 10 kW per rack while keeping Britain's data securely within its borders. We sat down with Peter Griffiths, founder and chairman of ADD, to discuss their plans for powering UK’s first sovereign sustainable AI inference service.
Who is Argyll?
Argyll is a Scotland-based data center operator with three years of experience in data development services. Our primary focus is delivering computing services across the UK with a strong commitment to green energy. Scotland’s abundant renewable resources — including wind farms, wave energy, and hydroelectric power — provide a strategic advantage for our operations.
Traditionally, data centers were built near demand centers, requiring minimal data cabling but extensive power infrastructure. With AI advancements driving higher power costs, we advocate for locating data centers near sustainable energy sources and extending data cabling to markets. Cloud technologies and improved data communications enable this approach, allowing ADD to power green data centers with minimal environmental impact.
