Rising AI demands push APAC data centres to adapt, says Vertiv

Since more companies in Asia and the Pacific embrace artificial intelligence to enhance their operations, pressure on data centers grows rapidly. Traditional facilities, designed for previous generations of computing, are fighting to keep pace with heavy energy use and refrigeration requirements for modern artificial intelligence systems. By 2030, GPU’s work burdens can pay about 1 megawatts, making gradual promotions no longer sufficient. Instead, operators are now turning towards “AI Factory” databases designed for this purpose that are designed from A to Z.

Artificial Intelligence News Talk to Paul Churchill, Vice president Vertiv ASIA, to better understand how the area prepares for this transformation and types of infrastructure changes.

Exclusive market growth places the pace

The Ai Data-Centre market is expected to increase from $ 236 billion in 2025 to nearly 934 billion dollars by 2030. This growth is driven by rapid dependence of artificial intelligence in industries such as financing, health care and manufacturing. These sectors depend on high -performance computing environments supported by dense GPU groups, which require much more energy capacity than traditional servers.

In Asia and the Pacific Ocean, this demand is amplified through government investments in digitization, expansion of 5G, and the introduction of cloud and obstetric artificial intelligence. All this pays the highest account needs at a pace that the region has not seen before.

Churchill explained that meeting this request requires more than just larger facilities. It calls for more intelligent and sustainable infrastructure strategies. He said: “The infrastructure leaders must exceed gradual promotions. The ready -made strategy includes an improved infrastructure that combines high capacity energy systems, advanced thermal management and developmentable integrated designs.”

Cooling and energy challenges rise

As the shelf intensity increases from 40 kW to 130 kW, and it may reach 250 kW by 2030, cooling and energy delivery has become important problems. Traditional air cooling methods are no longer sufficient for these conditions.

To address this, Vertiv develops hybrid cooling systems that mix direct cooling into the chip with air -dependent solutions. Systems can adapt to changing work burdens, reduce energy use, and reliability. Churchill said: “Our cooling liquid distribution units allow direct cooling to the chip with reliability guarantee and service capacity in high -density environments.”

Energy delivery has also become more complicated. AI’s work burdens fluctuate quickly, so the infrastructure needs to respond in actual time. Vertiv develops its power distribution units and Busway to deal with the upper voltage and improve the loading budget. Smart surveillance helps operate more efficiently, reduce waste capacity, and extend operating time – a major consideration in parts of Southeast Asia where power networks are less stable.

Data centers are redesigned for artificial intelligence

The appearance of the pods of the refrigerated GPU with liquid and megawa shelves, such as those planned by AMD and lashes like Microsoft, Google and Meta, indicate a deeper architectural shift. Instead of the update modification of old facilities, new data centers are specially designed to support artificial intelligence.

Churchill said: “The future of architecture in the data center is mixed, and this infrastructure requires facilities to be built on liquid flow,” Churchill said. This includes new ground layouts, the distribution of advanced coolant and the most advanced energy systems.

The next generation facilities will combine cooling, energy and monitoring from the level of the chip to the network. For Asia and the Pacific, where the terrible universities expand quickly, this type of integrated design is necessary to keep pace with performance expectations and sustainability.

From additional promotions to artificial intelligence factory centers

By 2030, Asia and the Pacific Ocean are expected to outperform the United States in the database capacity, reaching about 24 GB of energy commissioned. To deal with this growth, institutions move away from dedicated promotions towards Full AI Factory Data Centers.

Churchill said this transition should happen in stages. The first step is integrated planning, as it combines strength, cooling and information technology management rather than treating it as separate systems. Simplifying the publication and provides a strong base for expansion.

The second step is to build normative and preconceived systems. These allow companies to add energy in stages without significant disturbances. He said: “Companies can deploy units tested in the factory along with the current infrastructure, and gradually transfer the work burdens to a ready -to -in power without disturbing repairs.”

Finally, sustainability should be at every stage. This includes the use of the storage of Lithium Ion and UPS systems between the network and the high -voltage distribution to improve efficiency and flexibility.

The strength of the constant current is gaining a new link to artificial intelligence data centers

Vertiv has recently presented PowerDirect Rack, which is a high -performance DC strength shelf. The switch can lead to continuous current energy to reduce energy losses by reducing the number of conversion steps between the network and the server. It also corresponds to renewable energy storage systems and batteries, which have become more common in Asia and the Pacific.

This is especially useful in energy -restricting markets such as Vietnam and the Philippines. In these areas, flexible energy solutions are necessary to keep the facilities working smoothly. As Churchill noted, the capital’s strength is “not just a competence play – it is a strategy to enable sustainable expansion.”

Sustainability has become a central priority

With artificial intelligence driving in energy use, the data center operators face tougher regulations and increased network restrictions. This is especially true in Southeast Asia, where the reliability of power and definitions vary widely.

Vertiv works with operators to integrate alternative energy sources such as lithium -ion batteries, hybrid power systems and microzoch. These can reduce the dependence on the network and improve elasticity. There is also a growing interest in solar energy -backed UPS systems and advanced energy storage technologies, which help balance loads and manage costs.

Cooling efficiency is another major focus. Hybrid liquid cooling systems can reduce the use of energy and water compared to ancient methods. “Our focus is on providing infrastructure that meets performance requirements while compatible with ESG goals.” “We are cooperating with our partners to ensure that the growth moved by artificial intelligence in the region is still responsible, sustainable and compatible with long -term digital and environmental goals.”

Standard solutions support rapid expansion

Many emerging economies in Asia and the Pacific facing challenges such as limited lands, unstable energy supplies, and deficiency of skilled workers. In these settings, the standard and normative data center systems provide a practical solution.

Preparation units can reduce publishing times by up to 50 %, while improving energy efficiency and expansion. It allows operators to gradually expand, adding capacity as needed without superior investment. Flexibility is of special value for the burdens of artificial intelligence, which can grow quickly and unexpectedly.

By combining the built-in design and energy-saving operation, standard systems give operators a way to build a ready-made AI in a faster and minimal risk-a decisive distinction with the growth of digital economies in the region.

Prepare for a hard future

AI Surge reshapes how to build and operate data centers in Asia and the Pacific. With the intensification of work burdens and sustainability pressures, companies no longer depend on old infrastructure. The move towards the artificial intelligence factory centers, supported by advanced cooling, constant current, and standard systems, reflects a shift in how to prepare the region for the next era of computing.

(Photography ̇smail Enes Ayhan)

Do you want to learn more about artificial intelligence and large data from industry leaders? Check AI and Big Data Expo, which is held in Amsterdam, California, and London. The comprehensive event is part of Techex and its location with other leading technological events. Click here for more information.

AI News is supported by TechForge Media. Explore other web events and seminars here.