Haoyang Data Center 1 (Thailand) Limited, has bought a piece of land from WHA Industrial Development (WHAID), one of Thailand’s leading industrial estate developers, to build a 300MW hyperscale data center valued at US$ 2.24 billion (72.67 billion Baht), according to a statement on the website of WHAID. Haoyang Data Center 1 is a subsidiary of hyperscale data center operator Beijing Haoyang Cloud & Data Technology Co., Ltd.
To be located within the WHA Eastern Seaboard Industrial Estate 4 (WHA ESIE 4) in Rayong, the proposed data center is expected to be operational by 2026 and will gradually integrate renewable energy solutions into its operations in the future. It will be one of the largest data centres in ASEAN when fully completed, the company claims.
“As global demand for computing power surges, driven by advancements in AI, Haoyang Data is excited to bring our extensive experience from Mainland China to Thailand. Our strategic investment in a 300 MW hyperscale data center facility in Rayong underscores our commitment to supporting the growing digital infrastructure needs in Thailand. We believe this project will enhance our global presence, significantly contribute to the region’s development as a digital hub in Southeast Asia, and empower more Chinese enterprises to go overseas,” said Lai Ning Ning, Chairman and CEO of Haoyang.
Haoyang currently operates five major data centers across China, including Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Macao, and Shenzhen. The company’s decision to choose Thailand as its first international market reflects its confidence in the country’s potential as a regional digital center.
“WHAID recognizes the challenges involved in developing and investing in data centers. We have continuously advanced our technology and capabilities to deliver comprehensive total solutions, with a focus on providing highly reliable infrastructure services that meet the needs of global investors—particularly in the data center industry, which requires energy stability, secure digital and communication systems, and sustainable water sources. WHA Group is fully equipped to meet these demands under the management of WHA Utilities and Power Public Company Limited (WHAUP), a specialist in integrated utilities and power energy solutions, ensuring complete support for data center operations in every aspect, ” said Pajongwit Pongsivapai, CEO of WHA Industrial Development Public Company Limited (WHAID).
WHA ESIE 4 is designed as a “Smart Eco Industrial Estate,” prioritizing sustainability and environmental responsibility. This includes utilizing clean energy sources, implementing water recycling systems, and employing high-speed telecommunications infrastructure. The industrial estate also incorporates measures to reduce environmental impact, such as solar-powered streetlights and carbon footprint reduction technologies.
