Thailand Approves $3.1 Billion Investment for Seven Data Centers

The Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) has approved seven major data center and hosting projects, highlighting the nation’s dedication to advancing its digital infrastructure.

Chaired by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Mr. Ekniti Nitithanprapas, the decision aims to position Thailand as a premier Digital Innovation Hub within ASEAN, addressing the increasing demand for robust and reliable digital services.

These newly approved projects collectively represent a substantial investment exceeding USD 3.1 billion (THB 96.88 billion) and signify a major leap in technological advancement for Thailand. The BOI’s Secretary General, Mr. Narit Therdsteerasukdi, emphasized that these strategic investments are crucial for accelerating Thailand’s digital transformation by building secure and high-performance data capabilities to meet rising demand and enable business innovation.

The approved projects include:

• True Internet Data Center Co., Ltd.: Three data center projects with a total investment of approximately USD 1.4 billion (THB 45.3 billion), offering a combined IT load of 223 MW, situated in Chonburi and Samut Prakan.
• GSA Data Center 05 Co., Ltd.: Two projects amounting to roughly USD 1.2 billion (THB 37.2 billion), located at WHA Eastern Seaboard Industrial Estate 5 (Rayong) and in Samut Prakan, with a combined IT load of 120 MW.
• Stellar DC Co., Ltd.: A single project totaling USD 0.3 billion (THB 8.1 billion), developed by STECON Group in collaboration with SC Zeus Data Centers (Singapore), located in Bangkok and supporting a 25 MW IT load.
• Freyr Technology (Thailand) Co., Ltd.: A Singapore-based entity investing USD 0.2 billion (THB 6.3 billion) in a data hosting project, with facilities planned for Rayong and Samut Prakan.

These approvals build upon a strong foundation from the previous year, as the BOI received a cumulative total of 36 data center projects in 2025, representing an investment value exceeding USD 23.1 billion (THB 728 billion). These facilities are distributed across key provinces including Bangkok, Chachoengsao, Chonburi, Pathum Thani, Rayong, and Samut Prakan.

The expected benefits from these data center projects are multifaceted:

• Job Creation: They are anticipated to generate numerous highly skilled jobs for Thai professionals in critical technology sectors.
• Sustainability: The sector’s focus on high-efficiency “Green Data Centers” aligns with global sustainability trends and Thailand’s commitment to responsible development.
• Economic Ecosystem: These widespread investments will foster a robust domestic supply chain, encompassing infrastructure providers, hardware manufacturers, facility management services, and a thriving ecosystem of online businesses across e-commerce, fintech, and AI.
• Digital Sovereignty: Expanding domestic data center capabilities will ensure faster data access (low latency), bolster cybersecurity, and strengthen data sovereignty, making Thailand an even more attractive destination for global digital players and solidifying its role as a true Digital Innovation Hub for ASEAN.

The newly approved data center projects are designed to facilitate Thailand’s regional leadership as a ‘Digital Innovation Hub in ASEAN’ through several key avenues beyond simply increasing computational capacity. These strategic investments, totaling over USD 3.1 billion, are deemed crucial for accelerating Thailand’s digital transformation and enabling businesses to innovate and prosper both domestically and across the region.

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