Major data centre operators have each been awarded 50MW of capacity in Singapore.
The Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB) and Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) have provisionally awarded 200MW of data centre capacity to Digital Realty, Equinix, Keppel Data Centres, and ST Telemedia Global Data Centres (STT GDC), granting each operator 50MW of new capacity. The allocation follows significant industry interest, with more than 20 proposals submitted by local and international operators.
The successful projects will be situated on Jurong Island, where JTC is developing a low-carbon data centre park designed to leverage potential synergies with the wider island ecosystem. However, for the four selected operators, securing this 50MW each requires adhering to stringent sustainability requirements. The evaluation framework places energy efficiency, alternative power sources, and advanced cooling at the forefront of the next phase of digital infrastructure growth.
Each operator has committed to exceeding the baseline sustainability standards set by the Data Centre Call for Application 2 (DC-CFA2). They are expected to power more than 50% of their proposed capacity through designated green energy pathways, which may include biomethane, low-carbon ammonia, low-carbon hydrogen, and vertical building-integrated or building-applied photovoltaics. Additionally, the projects must adopt liquid cooling systems, utilize 100% energy-efficient IT equipment, and achieve Green Mark DC Platinum Certification.
“We will pursue these ambitions responsibly, through advanced infrastructure that advances Singapore’s sustainability goals while enabling the next generation of AI and digital innovation.”
For STT GDC, the award marks a strategic expansion of its Singapore footprint while redefining the value proposition of new data centre capacity. “As a Singapore-grown and headquartered company, we are deeply honoured to be selected under DC-CFA2,” said Bruno Lopez, President and Group CEO of ST Telemedia Global Data Centres. “We recognise the privilege and responsibility that come with being entrusted to develop critical digital infrastructure and we are committed to using Singapore’s precious land, energy and water resources prudently to deliver meaningful and lasting value for the country.” He continued, “Beyond capacity, we will work with customers, technology partners, research institutions and the wider ecosystem to translate this investment into enduring economic value for Singapore, strengthen its digital ecosystem and international connectivity, and support the continued growth and vibrancy of its digital economy. We will pursue these ambitions responsibly, through advanced infrastructure that advances Singapore’s sustainability goals while enabling the next generation of AI and digital innovation.”
Artificial intelligence is central to the allocation strategy, with the selected facilities expected to anchor advanced compute capabilities across the nation. Equinix positioned its successful bid as a natural extension of its longstanding partnership with the Singapore government. Yee May Leong, Managing Director of Equinix Singapore, told The Edge Singapore, “This award enables us to deepen that commitment, investing in the infrastructure and interconnection needed to bring together AI, cloud, networks, enterprises and data.”
The selection process evaluated proposals holistically, looking beyond individual facility designs to assess broader economic contributions. Criteria included investments in innovation, talent development, research and development collaborations with Singapore-based partners, and wider ecosystem partnerships. Locating the approved projects on Jurong Island directly aligns the data centre expansion with Singapore’s overarching low-carbon infrastructure ambitions. JTC’s dedicated park aims to unlock technological and infrastructural synergies within the island’s existing industrial ecosystem, fostering data centre growth while facilitating access to lower-carbon energy solutions.
Launched in December 2025, the DC-CFA2 initiative pursued three core objectives: strengthening Singapore’s position as a trusted hub for AI and data centre investment, delivering wider economic benefits, and supporting sustainable development. Moving forward, the EDB and IMDA will monitor sector developments and evaluate whether a subsequent Call for Application will be necessary within 18 to 24 months.
For the four winning operators, the immediate milestone is securing 50MW of additional capacity apiece. Yet the conditional nature of the awards underscores a clear directive in Singapore: obtaining new data centre capacity requires demonstrable proof of operational efficiency and uncompromising sustainability.