Equinix has recently opened SG6, its sixth International Business Exchange (IBX) data centre in Singapore, with an initial investment of approximately US$290m.

The new facility is designed specifically to support high-density AI and high-performance computing workloads, featuring advanced liquid-cooling capabilities.

SG6 will have 8MW of capacity and approximately 1,550 cabinets in its first phase, rising to up to 20MW upon full build-out. The new facility adds to Equinix’s global platform of more than 280 data centres.

“Singapore sits at the intersection of global commerce, digital technology and sustainable development,” says Adaire Fox-Martin, CEO and President, Equinix.

“Equinix has been investing in Singapore for nearly 25 years, and our new facility will further expand our presence as the neutral exchange where enterprises connect to the clouds, networks and partners they need to innovate and grow.

“Singapore is one of our most important markets globally, and our continued investment here is a testament to the central role it plays in the digital economy.”

Supporting AI and high-density workloads

The facility is among the first data centres developed under Singapore’s Data Centre Call for Application framework, a government initiative aimed at sustainably managing data centre growth.

SG6’s design directly addresses the growing demand for infrastructure that can handle next-generation applications and power-intensive GPU hardware.

It incorporates proprietary cooling systems alongside its liquid-cooling capabilities to manage the high thermal demands of AI deployments.

Expanding a strategic digital hub

The opening of SG6 reinforces Singapore’s position as one of Asia-Pacific’s most densely interconnected digital infrastructure hubs.

Since entering the market in 2002, Equinix’s Singapore operations have grown to support connectivity to global markets through more than 17 subsea cable systems.

These facilities provide enterprises with access to an ecosystem of cloud, IT, financial services, communications, media and technology providers.

“Asia-Pacific is at the forefront of digital transformation, with AI adoption, cloud expansion and data-intensive workloads driving unprecedented demand for high-performance digital infrastructure,” says Cyrus Adaggra, President, Asia-Pacific, Equinix.

“Singapore remains a strategic gateway for businesses serving the region, connecting key markets, talent and innovation ecosystems.

“SG6 strengthens our ability to support customers as they scale across Asia-Pacific, providing the resilient, interconnected and sustainable infrastructure they need to accelerate innovation and capture new growth opportunities.”

A focus on sustainability and innovation

The new data centre advances Equinix’s Future First sustainability strategy, which includes a commitment to achieve net zero emissions by 2040.

The company’s Singapore data centres have maintained 100% renewable energy coverage since 2020.

SG6 is designed to achieve a Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) of 1.20 and is targeting Green Mark Platinum certification, a Singaporean rating for green buildings.

The facility also includes rooftop and facade solar photovoltaic systems, rainwater harvesting and the use of lower-embodied-carbon construction materials.

In 2027, Equinix plans to open a Co-Innovation Facility (CIF) at SG6 in partnership with the National University of Singapore.

The CIF will focus on developing technologies to improve data centre sustainability and energy efficiency, including liquid cooling, cognitive digital twins and battery energy storage systems.

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