Data Centre Tracker

PwC forecasts Singapore's annual data centre investment to reach US$19.2 billion by 2050, up from US$7 billion in 2026. This is part of a US$1.29 trillion regional surge in which Malaysia is also participating.

Thailand is expected to finalize new data center regulations by mid-October, classifying facilities with over 100MW capacity as hyperscale, according to a report.

Singapore-based BDx Data Centres commenced construction on a 640 MW AI data centre in Jatiluhur, West Java, with the initial phase to deliver 120 MW.

Thailand's energy planners face challenges due to surging electricity demand from industries and data centres, making electricity security and alignment with global LNG supply urgent priorities.

Alibaba is launching an international data centre push, aiming for over 20 gigawatts of global data centre capacity by 2032. This indicates significant expansion plans that will likely include or affect the ASEAN region.

Singapore-based BDx has commenced construction of a 640 MW AI data centre in Indonesia, supported by a US$320 million loan facility to fund expansion in the region.

Singapore-headquartered data centre operator BDx Data Centers broke ground for a 640 MW AI data centre campus in West Java, Indonesia.

Alibaba unveils a new powerful AI chip, intending to intensify investment in AI hardware and infrastructure to compete with Nvidia and drive its global data centre expansion.

Chinese data centers are expected to influence the development of AI norms in Southeast Asia. The region's reliance on foreign capital, expertise, and capacity may lead to long-term vulnerabilities for ASEAN governments.

The National Cancer Centre Singapore mistakenly exposed email addresses of over 460 recipients in an email lapse, prompting an investigation by the Personal Data Protection Commission.

Singapore's non-oil domestic exports surged 46.2% in August year-on-year, marking a fifth consecutive month of over 20% growth, driven by robust AI-related demand for electronic shipments.

Bitdeer AI, part of Nasdaq-listed Bitdeer Technologies Group, has pre-leased a 65MW data center facility in Johor, Malaysia. The company announced a ten-year data center lease agreement.

Keppel DC REIT CEO states that hyperscalers are not the sole growth drivers for data centers, indicating a broader strategy for data center operations.

Malaysia's ambition to become an AI nation is highlighted, with its cloud campuses, hyperscale facilities, and AI factories requiring significant water resources.

Pekat Group Bhd's indirect wholly-owned subsidiary, Pekat E & LP Sdn Bhd, secured three subcontracts totaling RM57.18 million for hyperscale data centre projects in Johor.

Thai energy conglomerate Banpu Plc is considering entering the liquefied natural gas (LNG) business, with AI data centres' rapid expansion highlighted as a focus at the 2026 Gastech seminar in Bangkok.

Thailand ranks third in Asean for digital development, with gains in infrastructure and data governance, but a decline in innovation, according to GSMA Intelligence's Digital Nations 2026 report.

Bridge Data Centres is converting effluent for cooling at its Johor campus, highlighting a strategy to secure water and power for AI growth at this data centre, even before its full completion.

A construction worker died after being hit by a crane lorry at a data center site in Rayong, Thailand. An investigation is underway regarding the 36-year-old's death.

TRC Synergy Bhd's subsidiary secured a RM149.98 million contract from Gamuda Engineering Sdn Bhd for underground services works for a hyperscale data centre.

Deputy Prime Minister Ho Quoc Dung visited an SK Telecom-operated artificial intelligence (AI) data centre in Seoul to explore opportunities for hi-tech collaboration.

Gulf Development Plc, a Thai energy and telecom company, has partnered with Singapore's Singtel Group to develop a new submarine cable. The cable aims to support growing demand for cloud, AI, data centers, and digital services across the region.

Cryptominer BTC Digital is considering building an AI data center in Vietnam, having signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with a local developer.

Pekat E & LP Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of Pekat Group Bhd, has secured three subcontracts totaling RM57.18 million for the design, supply, and installation at a hyperscale data centre in Johor.

An oil leak from a data center contaminated water in Bangkok, Thailand. Officials swiftly cleaned up the spill to prevent harm to residents.

TUV SUD launched a S$30 million decarbonisation centre in Singapore to help companies verify carbon data, supporting ASEAN carbon markets which are projected to reach US$3 trillion by 2050.

Pekat Group Bhd secured three subcontracts totaling RM57.18 million for earthing and lightning protection works for a hyperscale data center project in Johor Bahru, Johor.

Pekat Group Bhd secured three subcontracts totaling RM57.18 million for earthing and lightning protection systems works for a hyperscale data centre project in Johor Baru.

Vietnam's data centre market is experiencing a boom, driven by AI demand, with installed capacity of 104MW projected to rise five-to six-fold to nearly 600MW by 2030.

Data centre operators in Singapore are requesting sufficient time to comply with new energy-efficiency requirements under proposed laws, aiming to ensure sustainable and resilient critical digital infrastructure.

Key ASIC and CT Vision are planning a green AI data center in Malaysia, which is intended to be 100 percent powered by renewable energy.

Malaysia, which has become the region's fastest-growing data centre hub, is facing scrutiny over resource use amid the industry's growth, as reported on July 27.

Data centres in Bangkok are under scrutiny due to safety and regulatory gaps. Facilities have emerged in residential and commercial areas, raising concerns over fuel storage, energy use, and regulatory loopholes amid AI-driven demand.

Pekat Group Bhd's indirect wholly-owned subsidiary, Pekat E & LP Sdn Bhd, secured three subcontracts worth a combined RM57.18 million for a hyperscale data centre project in Johor. The subcontracts were announced on Sept 7.

Equinix is expanding its AI infrastructure services with new offerings, Equinix Inference Exchange and Equinix Fabric One, developed in collaboration with NVIDIA, Together AI, AWS, and Google Cloud, to enhance connectivity and AI capabilities.

ST Telemedia Global Data Centres (STT GDC), a Singapore entity, has secured up to US$1.37 billion in green financing to support the development of its flagship Malaysian data centre campus in Johor.

Barclays plans to more than double its banker headcount in Singapore's private banking operations by 2030, following the launch of a new booking centre in Singapore that connects with international centres.

Evolution DC has signed a pre-lease agreement for the first phase of its Bangkok data center with an unnamed hyperscaler. The company's first Thai facility is expected to come online later this year.

The Thailand Data Center Association (TDCA) advises Thailand to balance regulatory scrutiny over fuel safety, zoning, and environmental concerns to avoid undermining investment, while leveraging data center expansion for AI supply chain development.

Data centres' expansion, driven by AI, is increasing demand for copper, making it a hot commodity.

Tech leaders, including Nvidia's CEO Jensen Huang, are urging G20 ministers to build data centers, identifying AI as essential infrastructure, despite some US community pushback against new facilities. This global discussion affects ASEAN's digital infrastructure development.

Vietnam's data center market is seeing new, large-scale projects and multibillion-dollar investments, driven by rising demand for AI and cloud computing.

DayOne partners with TNB to develop up to 1.5GW of onsite generation for a planned data center in Selangor, Malaysia. The development is expected to include both generation and battery storage.

Singapore's limited new data centre capacity is expected to drive demand for data centers in Johor, Malaysia. The city-state provisioned 200MW, which is less than the market's requirement.

An expert suggests hydrogen fuel cells could help alleviate power constraints for data centers in Singapore. A new facility from DayOne will test this technology, which offers dependable power but faces cost and scalability challenges.

A 3.5 billion USD AI data centre complex with a total IT load capacity of 200 MW is proposed in Tay Ninh, Vietnam. The first phase involves a 100MW facility, targeting groundbreaking in Q4.

Artificial intelligence (AI) and data centres are expected to drive the battery industry in Southeast Asia, expanding the market beyond electric vehicles, according to industry experts.

New data centers in Singapore are mandated to use renewables. Upcoming facilities on Jurong Island, though small, offer an opportunity to test new frontiers in sustainable energy integration for data centers.

Singapore-based DayOne Data Centers, which operates two sites in Johor, has its next moves under scrutiny, especially concerning any deals related to data centers.

Digital Realty has secured a provisional allocation of 50 megawatts (MW) under Singapore's second Data Center Call for Application (DC-CFA2) to develop a new data centre at Jurong Town.

Vietnam is shifting from AI technology adoption to building its own AI capabilities, marking a new phase in the country's artificial intelligence development.

Vietnam is experiencing a new wave of large-scale data centre investment, driven by accelerating demand for infrastructure supporting artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and the data economy.

Vietnam's data centre sector is attracting multibillion-dollar investments. Ho Chi Minh City currently has 20 operational data centres and nine proposed projects, with new projects expanding beyond traditional data.

Singapore has launched SS 726:2026, a liquid-cooling standard designed for high-density AI data centres operating in tropical conditions, reportedly the world's first such standard.

VCI Global announces the launch of Galatron AI, a prefabricated modular AI data center platform, targeting up to 500MW aggregate AI compute capacity.

Salim Group has acquired Keppel's share in their Indonesian data center joint venture, leading to the rebranding of IndoKeppel as IndoData.

Vietnam is experiencing a significant increase in data centre investment, driven by accelerating demand for infrastructure supporting artificial intelligence (AI), cloud computing, and the data economy.

Singapore is focusing on premium data centres due to land and power constraints, while Johor and Batam are attracting larger-scale data centre developments, suggesting a regional specialisation in the data centre market.

A survey indicates that data centres are expected to increase pressure on Singapore's energy supply. The energy industry is optimistic about AI adoption but faces cost and data quality challenges.

Vietnam is experiencing a new wave of large-scale data centre investment, attracting billions of dollars, driven by accelerated demand for infrastructure supporting artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and the data economy.

Digital Realty has been provisionally allocated 50 megawatts (MW) under Singapore's second Data Center Call for Application (DC-CFA2) to develop a new data centre in Jurong Town.

Cushman & Wakefield predicts that APAC data center asset values could hit $1 trillion by 2030, requiring $280 billion in capital expenditure.

Stecon Group plans to bid for three data center construction projects worth a total of US$1.5 billion, aiming to capitalize on surging tech investment in the sector.

Ratch Group, a subsidiary of the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (Egat), plans to transform its Ratchaburi power plant site into a high-tech hub for data centers and next-generation industries.

Vietnam is advancing its AI development by building its own capabilities, including computing infrastructure and data, rather than solely adopting existing technologies.

Thailand requires a central authority to oversee data centres. This is to ensure investments in the sector create jobs and support economic growth, as stated by the National Economic and Social Development Council.

Data center firm Equinix has signed its fourth renewable energy Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) in Singapore with Flo Energy Singapore. This PPA aims to support Equinix's operations with solar power.

ST Telemedia Global Data Centres (STT GDC), a Singapore entity, has secured green financing for its proposed data centre campus in Johor, Malaysia. Bernama reported this on Aug 13.

Evolution DC secured a long-term lease for land in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The company plans to develop a 52MW data center on the site located in Saigon Hi-Tech Park.

YTL Power International, controlled by Malaysian billionaire Francis Yeoh, partners with Nvidia to double its data center capacity to 2.4 gigawatts by 2030.

Singapore has provisionally allocated 200 MW of new data centre capacity to four operators, enhancing its role as a global AI hub.

The Singapore government awarded 200 MW of new data centre capacity to four operators, including Digital Realty and STT GDC, through its latest tender round.

Singapore's government allocated 200 MW of power for four data centre developers on Jurong Island, with Digital Realty, Equinix, Keppel, and ST Telemedia each receiving 50 MW.

STT GDC has withdrawn from a planned data centre project in Vietnam. VNG aims to acquire STT GDC's share in the Ho Chi Minh City JV and develop other facilities.

Singapore awarded 200MW of data centre capacity to four existing operators. Digital Realty, Equinix, and Keppel Data Centres each received a provisional 50MW allocation for facilities on Jurong Island.

Google suggests Thailand needs balanced data centre regulations to attract global AI infrastructure investment, warning that rigid rules or prolonged uncertainty could deter capital flows towards rival markets.

Mobile data costs in the Philippines have decreased by two-thirds to nearly P7 per GB, as connectivity coverage and speed improved with government oversight.

DayOne has partnered with Cortical Labs and NUS Medicine for the deployment of Singapore's first biological data center prototype, consisting of a 20-unit CL1 biological computing system.

Dito Telecommunity Corp. is considering entering the data center market but will likely wait until it becomes profitable.

Industry analysts note a positive outlook for data centre Singapore Real Estate Investment Trusts (S-Reits) due to ongoing digitalisation, driven by AI and cloud growth.

Malaysia plans to launch a palm oil-based immersion cooling fluid designed for data centers. The snippet mentions potential environmental concerns related to orangutans.

ST Telemedia Global Data Centres (STT GDC), a Singaporean operator, has secured a green financing facility of up to US$1.37 billion (RM5.6 billion) to support the development of its data centre campus in Johor.

Digital Core REIT is selling stakes in three US data centers back to Digital Realty for $316 million and simultaneously acquiring stakes in two facilities located in Asia for $176 million.

Authorities arrested 24 illegal migrant workers at an under-construction data center site in the Ban Chang District of Rayong, Thailand, during a raid.

Singapore-based data center operator DayOne Data Centers plans a U.S. IPO to raise around US$5 billion, driven by demand for AI infrastructure.

Singapore-based Bridge Data Centres (BDC) announced the construction of its fourth hyperscale data centre (MY06) campus in Johor, Malaysia, involving an investment value of an unspecified amount.

DayOne Data Centers Ltd, a Singapore-based operator, has confidentially filed for a US initial public offering, according to people familiar with the matter, for an estimated US$5 billion.

Singapore-based data centre operator DayOne confidentially filed for a US IPO aiming to list as early as next quarter, with sources suggesting a valuation of $6.4 billion.

The Semiconductor and Electronics Industries in the Philippines Foundation, Inc. (SEIPI) expects electronics exports to grow by 10% this year, driven by artificial intelligence (AI) and data centers.

Vietnam attracted significant international investment in its digital infrastructure sector during H1 2026, building on regulatory reforms, according to Cushman & Wakefield's APAC Data report.

Thai entrepreneurs warn that rapid data centre investment could worsen water scarcity, despite its potential for business growth, according to a Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) poll.

Indosat plans a 1GW data center project to support its AI initiatives, collaborating with Ooredoo Group, Nvidia, and Nokia.

Empyrion has topped out its upcoming data center in Johor, Malaysia. The facility is scheduled to launch in Q1 2027.

Vietnam is attracting hyperscalers, cloud titans, and AI players, indicating growing confidence in the country as a destination for hyperscale, cloud, and AI infrastructure, strengthening its digital infrastructure ecosystem.

The Chinese AI boom is causing data centre prices in Hong Kong to soar, as Chinese firms leverage Hong Kong as a base for testing AI models and international expansion.

AMD's data centre sales doubled, but its shares fell due to high expectations for the AI chip giant. The company's stock more than doubled in 2026 after emerging as a key contender in AI processors.

Thailand's cabinet has approved a national policy committee to oversee the country's fast-growing data centre industry, balancing investment promotion with concerns over energy security, water resources, and environmental protection.

CoreWeave plans to launch 360MW of data center capacity in Indonesia, which will be the company's first data centers in the Asia-Pacific region.

Sunway Construction Group Bhd (SunCon) expects sustained strong earnings momentum due to robust demand for data centre construction replenishing its order book.

Power, not land prices, has become the biggest hurdle for data centre investors evaluating Thailand, as growing demand is increasingly constrained by limited electricity and water infrastructure, according to property consultancy Savills Thailand.