Equinix has been named one of four operators selected under Singapore’s second Data Centre Call for Application (DC-CFA2), an exercise by the Economic Development Board (EDB) and the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) that will release at least 200MW of new data centre capacity, with scope for more through innovative green energy pathways.

Betting on long-term energy planning

In a statement, Equinix framed the award as an extension of its role as what it called a trusted exchange for the world’s AI infrastructure, tying its expansion plans to Singapore’s ambitions to remain a global AI and digital connectivity hub for ASEAN.

“We are honored to be entrusted by the Singapore Government to expand our presence in Singapore. As a trusted exchange for the world’s AI infrastructure, Equinix is committed to extending our partnership with the Singapore Government to advance its ambition of becoming a trusted global AI hub, underpinned by world-class, resilient, future-ready digital connectivity and powered by green and innovative energy,” said Yee May Leong, Managing Director, Equinix Singapore.

Interconnection as the differentiator

Equinix said the fresh capacity will go towards infrastructure and interconnection that brings together AI, cloud, networks, enterprises and data, positioning Singapore as a connectivity node for AI workloads spanning the wider ASEAN region.

The DC-CFA2 exercise marks Singapore’s most significant expansion of data centre capacity since the government eased its long-standing moratorium on new builds, with sustainability commitments a condition of every award under the programme.