What's Happening?
Khazna Data Centres, a hyperscale digital infrastructure specialist, has announced plans to expand its operational capacity by more than 1GW over the next five years. This expansion reinforces Khazna's position as the UAE's national digital infrastructure champion
and marks a significant acceleration of its international expansion. The company plans to deliver over 400MW of new capacity in key international markets, including Saudi Arabia and Italy, as part of its vision to support AI-driven digital economies. Domestically, Khazna is developing several new projects, including hyperscale facilities in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Ajman, and is delivering the infrastructure layer for Stargate UAE, a next-generation AI infrastructure cluster.
Why It's Important?
Khazna's expansion is crucial for supporting the infrastructure backbone for AI-driven digital economies, both domestically and internationally. The company's commitment to sustainability at every stage of design, build, and operation is significant, as all new facilities are engineered to LEED Gold standards. This expansion is expected to accelerate climate impact reduction and time to market, enhancing the UAE's position as a leader in digital infrastructure. The secured financing facility of US$2.62 billion from top UAE banks further supports Khazna's growth plans, highlighting the importance of financial backing in achieving ambitious expansion goals.
What's Next?
Khazna's expansion plans are likely to lead to further developments in AI-capable data centers, supporting high-density, low-latency AI workloads at scale. The company's modular construction methodology enables faster deployment with reduced embodied carbon, construction waste, and potable water use. As Khazna continues to expand its capacity pipeline, it is expected to play a pivotal role in enabling the infrastructure backbone for AI-driven digital economies, both in the UAE and internationally.
