Equinix, Inc., the world’s digital infrastructure company, announced Tuesday the completion of the acquisition of three data centers in Manila, the Philippines, from Total Information Management, a technology solutions provider.
Equinix said in a statement that the three carrier-neutral and high-performance data centers – MN1, MN2 and MN3 – provide more than 1,000 cabinets of capacity and land for further expansion.
The newly launched facility, named MN2, provides 500 cabinets of capacity.
Acquiring these data centers enables Equinix to immediately support local and global customers looking to expand into the Philippines.
These newly acquired data centers also host leading network service providers with four of the main internet exchanges (IXs) in Manila.
This robust network ecosystem offers a wide array of connectivity options for businesses that have a presence in the Philippines.
With strategic partnerships with AI industry leaders like NVIDIA and HPE, Equinix’s entry into the Philippines will empower local organizations to connect with more than 10,000 companies within Equinix’s extensive global ecosystems, addressing growing demands for digital infrastructure and fostering AI innovation within the nation.
According to the statement, in 2024, the Philippines’ digital economy reached $45 billion, accounting for 8.5 percent of the country’s gross domestic product.
This encompasses a wide range of digital transactions, including digital-enabling infrastructure, e-commerce and digital media/content.
The growing digital population, advancements in cloud development and government initiatives—such as the National Broadband Plan and the Digital Philippines Campaign—are also accelerating the nation’s demand for high-performance digital infrastructure and advanced technology like artificial intelligence (AI).
Equinix hosts more than 2,000 networks globally and has a nearly 40 percent market share of the on-ramps to the major cloud service providers, in the markets in which it operates.
With the announcement, the global footprint of Platform Equinix spans more than 270 data centers across 75 metros and 35 countries.
The firm operates 63 data centers in 17 key metros across Asia-Pacific, including Australia, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Philippines and Singapore.
It is noted that Southeast Asia is an important and one of the fastest-moving markets.
Hot on the heels of the inauguration of its first data center in Jakarta, Indonesia, Equinix’s entry into the Philippines further amplifies its ability to serve the growing digital infrastructure demands of Southeast Asia.
Equinix currently operates data centers in key Southeast Asian countries, including Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore.
The company also recently announced an expansion plan in Thailand.
ASEAN has emerged as a premier destination for global businesses, drawing unprecedented foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows of $230 billion in 2023, despite a 10 percent decline in global FDI.
With a robust data center network spanning Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore, Equinix’s facilities in the Philippines will provide global customers and partners the opportunity to build their digital infrastructure in this vibrant market and throughout the wider region.
“This expansion is instrumental in fostering interconnection, enabling our customers and partners to scale seamlessly and securely within one of the region’s most dynamic digital economies,
“By broadening our footprint in the Southeast Asia region, we are not only expanding our digital platform but also
supporting the development of cutting-edge AI services and technology, aligning with the governments’ digital ambitions,” said Cyrus Adaggra, President, Asia-Pacific, Equinix.
“This move reaffirms our commitment to empowering Philippines with innovative, world-class infrastructure to thrive in an increasingly interconnected world,” he added.
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