# GDS International plans to invest $1bn in a hyperscale datacentre park in Thailand

- Link: https://www.thailand-business-news.com/china/175903-gds-international-plans-to-invest-1bn-in-a-hyperscale-datacentre-park-in-thailand
- Published: 2024-11-19T09:52:00+07:00
- Author: Li Zhong

**GDS International intends to invest $1 billion in a hyperscale data center park
in Thailand. This investment aims to boost the local AI infrastructure and workforce
capabilities, promoting regional technological advancement in response to the increasing
demand for colocation services.**

GDS International, a rising datacentre operator based in China, is set to invest
up to $1 billion in a hyperscale datacentre park in Chonburi province, Thailand.
This initiative is part of GDS’s strategy to expand its presence across the Asia-
Pacific region. The announcement came following discussions between GDS management
and Thailand’s new Prime Minister, Paetongtarn Shinawatra.

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Chairman William Huang noted that the investment aims to establish a state-of-the-
art datacentre park to address Thailand’s growing cloud and AI needs while nurturing
a vibrant datacentre ecosystem. The collaboration with local industries will enhance
digital skills in the Thai workforce.

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GDS has partnered with Amata Corp for land and renewable energy access in Chonburi.
This project aligns with the Thai government’s goal of creating a technology hub,
emphasizing sustainable infrastructure and digital readiness to attract investors.