Key Takeaway
Cloud services are driving Thailand’s data centre growth, accounting for 38% of total capacity in Q1 2025. Hyperscalers are at the forefront, with AI workloads now representing 28% of capacity, up from 20% last year, fueled by training workloads and enterprise applications. Local collaborations, like Siam AI Corporation’s partnership with NVIDIA, are enhancing infrastructure for AI. Bangkok’s expansion and the Eastern Economic Corridor’s development position Thailand as a regional cloud and AI hub. Continued investment is essential for operators to meet the rising demands of cloud and AI, shaping Southeast Asia’s digital landscape.
Technology Adoption Influences Market Dynamics
Cloud services are driving the expansion of data centres in Thailand, accounting for 38% of total capacity in Q1 2025. While hyperscalers are at the forefront of this development, AI workloads are becoming increasingly significant.
AI now represents 28% of total capacity, an increase from 20% last year. This growth is fueled by training workloads, large language models, and enterprise applications that require high-density infrastructure.
Local collaborations, such as Siam AI Corporation’s partnership with NVIDIA, are enhancing Thailand’s infrastructure for AI operations.
Bangkok’s development and the progress of the EEC position Thailand as a regional hub for cloud services and AI. With ongoing investments, the market is poised for further expansion.
Operators need to secure resources while continuing development to meet the demands of cloud and AI. With its capacity and strategic location, Bangkok is shaping the digital future of Southeast Asia.
