EDGNEX Announces AI-Powered Data Center in Jakarta
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EDGNEX Data Centers by DAMAC, a global digital infrastructure company, announced the development of a next-generation AI-powered data center in Jakarta, Indonesia. This is its second data center in the Indonesian market. The project is one of Southeast Asia's largest AI-dedicated developments. It will have a future capacity of 144 MW and a total investment of US$ 2.3 billion.
Following DAMAC's land acquisition in March 2025, early construction phases have begun. The facility's phase one is expected to be ready by December 2026. The Jakarta data center will deploy high-density AI racks, setting new benchmarks for next-generation infrastructure in the region.
This development plays a key role in Indonesia's digital journey. It aims to accelerate the country's shift from analogue to a robust, AI-powered digital economy. Indonesia is a high-potential market but faces gaps in digital infrastructure, limited hyperscale readiness, and rising latency issues. With AI adoption increasing across sectors, this project responds to the nation's demand for scalable and energy-efficient infrastructure.
Hussain Sajwani, Founder of DAMAC Group, stated, 'This is our second project in Indonesia, reinforcing our commitment to bridging the digital divide in fast-growing Southeast Asian markets. We are proud to build what will become one of Southeast Asia's most advanced, sustainable data centers. This facility will power the next wave of innovation and digital growth.'
The data center aims for a Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) of 1.32, enhancing energy efficiency while aligning with EDGNEX's global sustainability standards. It builds on EDGNEX's presence in Thailand, Malaysia, and other key Southeast Asian markets.
In 2024, EDGNEX announced its first Indonesian data center, a planned 19.2 MW facility at MT Haryono in Jakarta. Located in Jakarta's central data hub, it will address growing demand from cloud service providers, edge nodes, and AI deployments. The first phase is scheduled for completion in Q3 2026.
EDGNEX aims for over 300 MW of operational capacity in Southeast Asia by 2026. The Jakarta AI data center will have 144 MW capacity and cost US$ 2.3 billion
Phase one expected to be operational by December 2026
Project targets PUE of 1.32, promoting energy efficiency and sustainability
This ambitious project highlights EDGNEX's commitment to digital infrastructure investment across Southeast Asia.
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