In the first half of 2025, Asia witnessed a substantial expansion in data centre capacity, adding approximately 2.3 gigawatts, as reported by Cushman & Wakefield. This surge is driven by digital infrastructure companies gearing up to capitalize on the booming generative AI market, which attracted global investments totaling $33.9 billion last year, excluding public sector funding.
Upcoming Panel: Navigating Asia’s AI Infrastructure Surge
On Thursday, 11 September 2025, Mingtiandi will convene an expert panel to delve into the competitive landscape of data centre development supporting Asia’s AI revolution. The session will spotlight key markets catering to the region’s largest data centre consumers and examine the operational challenges posed by limited resources such as power and water, alongside rapidly evolving regulatory frameworks.
Event Details
- Date: Thursday, 11 September 2025
- Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM HKT
Featured Industry Leaders
- Michael Tanujaya, Head of Investments and Strategy at ST Telemedia Global Data Centres, will share insights on their regional expansion, including the recently inaugurated 70MW facility and the ongoing development of the 120MW Johor Campus.
- Edwin Wong, Partner at Baker McKenzie, will provide legal perspectives on navigating Asia’s dynamic regulatory environment for data centre projects.
- Bernie Devine, Senior Regional Director for Asia Pacific at Yardi, will discuss market trends and operational strategies in the data centre sector.
Spotlight on ESR’s Strategic Collaborations
Joining the discussion is Diarmid Massey, CEO of ESR’s data centre division, who has partnered with US hyperscaler Stack Infrastructure to develop two major projects: a 48MW data centre in Incheon and a 72MW facility serving the Greater Osaka area. These initiatives exemplify the growing trend of cross-border collaborations aimed at meeting escalating AI infrastructure demands.
Challenges and Opportunities in Asia’s Data Centre Ecosystem
The panel will also explore the complexities of scaling data centre operations in Asia, where infrastructure constraints and shifting policies require innovative solutions. With AI workloads intensifying, the need for resilient, energy-efficient, and scalable facilities has never been greater.
Registration Information
Participation in this exclusive Mingtiandi TV event is complimentary but limited to basic and pro members. To attend, please create an account or log in to your existing Mingtiandi profile.
