Thailand Approves $3.1 Billion in Data Centre Investments to Cement Digital Hub Role

Thailand’s Board of Investment (BOI) has approved four major data centre projects worth approximately $3.1 billion, alongside new measures to kickstart previously stalled investments, the agency said. The projects include a 26.7 billion baht 84 MW data centre from DAMAC Digital and a 54.9 billion baht hyperscale facility from a local investor with a 200 MW IT load. The board also approved six licenses designed to address delays in power availability, industrial land access and visas, intended to boost investor confidence and stimulate employment and broader economic development.

In addition to the approvals, the BOI has continued to greenlight new projects throughout early 2026, with seven data centre investments worth more than 96 billion baht (≈ $2.8 billion) at its January meeting. These developments span key industrial zones such as Chonburi, Rayong, Samut Prakan and Bangkok. The push reflects Thailand’s ambition to become a regional digital hub, connecting digital infrastructure with advanced technology sectors including cloud services, AI, and smart manufacturing.