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Thailand approves $3.1B data-centre investment
Thailand’s investment board has approved four major data-centre projects worth $3.1B, strengthening its role as a regional digital hub.
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Thailand’s investment board has approved four major data-centre projects worth $3.1B, strengthening its role as a regional digital hub.
Context
Thailand’s Board of Investment (BOI) has approved four new data-centre projects with a total value of $3.1 billion. Among them are an 84 MW facility from Dubai-based DAMAC Digital, valued at about 26.7 billion baht, and a 200 MW hyperscale centre developed by a Thai investor worth 54.9 billion baht. The two other projects make up the rest of the investment package. The BOI also issued six new licences to restart previously delayed initiatives worth $9.2 billion, following improvements in electricity supply, industrial land access, and visa procedures.
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Analysis
BOI chairman Narit Therdsteerasukdi said the measures aim to “strengthen investor confidence and support employment and broader economic development in Thailand.” Also Read: JetBlue boosts Free inflight Wi-Fi with Amazon Kuiper Also Read: BT broadens broadband reach with Starlink partnership The approvals mark a major step in Thailand’s ambition to become a leading Southeast Asian hub for hyperscale data centres. The scale of the projects highlights growing demand for cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and enterprise data storage across the region. Neighbouring countries including Singapore, Malaysia, and Vietnam are competing to attract similar investments. By fast-tracking approvals and easing infrastructure challenges, Thailand is seeking to maintain an edge in the regional race for digital infrastructure.
Key Points
- Projects include an 84 MW DAMAC Digital facility and a 200 MW hyperscale centre from a Thai investor.
- Six stalled projects worth $9.2 billion were revived after resolving power and land issues.
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