Ep 62 w.media Audios

Thailand's Rise as ASEAN's Digital Hub, Global Perspectives on Data Center and Cloud Growth

Thailand’s emergence as a digital infrastructure hub is gaining momentum, fuelled by rapid data center expansion and increasing hyperscaler demand. In this panel, industry experts examine how Thailand compares with established and emerging hubs across Asia. From infrastructure scalability and sustainability pressures to regulatory complexity and resilience, the discussion unpacks what it will take to support long-term growth. It also explores how cross-border collaboration, capital flows, and evolving cloud strategies are shaping Thailand’s trajectory as a key ASEAN digital gateway.

In this episode

Paul Mah
Paul Mah Moderator
Executive Editor w.media
Jeffrey Tay
Jeffrey Tay Guest
Chief Development and Marketing Officer Galaxy Data Center
Poraphan Sucharitkul
Poraphan Sucharitkul Guest
Head of Business Development Telehouse Thailand
Pattaraphan Paiboon
Pattaraphan Paiboon Guest
Partner Baker & McKenzie
Amorn Harnkham
Amorn Harnkham Guest
AI CERTs Training Director PSTC Academy
Ep 61 w.media Audios

Powering Thailand's Datacenter Future: Infrastructure, Investment, and Innovation

Thailand’s ambitions to become a regional data center hub hinge on its ability to address energy constraints, infrastructure readiness, and investment complexity. This opening panel at the latest Thailand Cloud & Datacentre Convention explores how aligning policy, capital, and connectivity can unlock the next phase of growth. From accelerating nationwide data center development to strengthening regional interconnectivity, all while balancing sustainability with long-term economic goals.

In this episode

Norasak Suphakorntanakit
Norasak Suphakorntanakit Moderator
Head of Capital Markets and Investment Cushman & Wakefield
Supparat Singhara Na Ayutthaya
Supparat Singhara Na Ayutthaya Guest
Vice Chairman Thailand Data Centre Association
Insa Illgen
Insa Illgen Guest
Programme Director for the Thai German Cooperation Energy Mobility Climate (TGC EMC) Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
Sombat Sangsawang
Sombat Sangsawang Guest
Head of Operations DC AIMS Data Centre
Ep 60 w.media Audios

Sustainability as a Competitive Edge: The Future of Malaysia's DC Industry

In the closing panel at MYCDC 2025, industry leaders discuss how sustainability is shaping the future of Malaysia’s data center industry. The conversation explores government policies, evolving regulations, and operational strategies that are positioning sustainability as a key driver of competitiveness as the sector continues to grow.

In this episode

Jean Monson
Jean Monson Moderator
Head of Infrastructure Project Finance Asia MUFG
Noorzita Mohamad Nor
Noorzita Mohamad Nor Guest
Director of Business Services & Regional Operations Division Malaysian Investment Development Authority
Malar Odayappan
Malar Odayappan Guest
Director of Sustainability and Climate Change PwC Malaysia
James Rix
James Rix Guest
Head of Data Centres and Industrial for Malaysia & Indonesia Jones Lang LaSalle
Ep 59 w.media Audios

Building the Bridge: Resilient Data Center Infrastructure for Malaysia's Digital Tomorrow

As Malaysia accelerates its digital transformation, demand for resilient and scalable data center infrastructure continues to grow. This episode explores how future-ready facilities designed for reliability, advanced cooling, and rising power demands are supporting the nation’s digital ambitions and preparing infrastructure for the age of AI.

In this episode

Paul Mah
Paul Mah Moderator
Executive Editor w.media
Tho Lye Yit
Tho Lye Yit Guest
VP of Design & Delivery Bridge Data Centres