By using this site, you agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Accept
TechgoonduTechgoondu
  • Audio-visual
  • Enterprise
    • Software
    • Cybersecurity
  • Gaming
  • Imaging
  • Internet
  • Media
  • Mobile
    • Cellphones
    • Tablets
  • PC
  • Telecom
Search
© 2023 Goondu Media Pte Ltd. All Rights Reserved.
Reading: Equinix invests extra US$86 million in fifth Singapore data centre, more than doubles server space
Share
Aa
TechgoonduTechgoondu
Aa
  • Audio-visual
  • Enterprise
  • Gaming
  • Imaging
  • Internet
  • Media
  • Mobile
  • PC
  • Telecom
Search
  • Audio-visual
  • Enterprise
    • Software
    • Cybersecurity
  • Gaming
  • Imaging
  • Internet
  • Media
  • Mobile
    • Cellphones
    • Tablets
  • PC
  • Telecom
Follow US
© 2023 Goondu Media Pte Ltd. All Rights Reserved.
Techgoondu > Blog > Enterprise > Equinix invests extra US$86 million in fifth Singapore data centre, more than doubles server space
Enterprise

Equinix invests extra US$86 million in fifth Singapore data centre, more than doubles server space

Grace Chng
Last updated: April 21, 2022 at 6:40 PM
Grace Chng Published April 21, 2022
2 Min Read
SHARE
Cabinets in the Equinix SG5 data centre in Singapore, which now has more space for expansion. PHOTO: Handout

To support increasing demand for digital infrastructure services, Equinix has invested another US$86 million in its fifth data centre in Singapore, called SG5. This is on top of the initial US$144 million it invested on SG5 which was opened in August last year.

Located in Tanjong Kling, Jurong West, SG5’s expansion more than doubles the server space to over 2,950 cabinets to meet the requirements of current and new customers. The initial server floor space has also more than doubled to over 83,000 sq ft.

When fully completed, SG5 will offer 5,000 cabinets with a floor space of close to 129,000 sq ft.

Leong Yee May, managing director for Equinix South Asia, said the expanded capacity of SG5 will provide public and private organisations with the capabilities necessary for innovation, participation, and success in the digital economy.

“This is crucial as enterprises in Singapore continue their drive towards digital transformation, solidifying Singapore’s status as Southeast Asia’s premier business and technology hub,” she added.

Equinix’s SG5 data centre in Singapore. PHOTO: Handout

SG5 has also been awarded the Singapore Building and Construction Authority’s (BCA) Green Mark Platinum certification for its leading-edge sustainable design and practices.

Equinix has also improved its global connectivity. It selected Inligo Networks to establish a cable landing station for its Asia Connect Cable System (ACC1) subsea cable in Singapore. The 18,000 km cable system will be one of 14 key submarine cable systems that connect Equinix’s data centres in Singapore.

ACC1 will provide low latency, high capacity connectivity between Singapore, Indonesia, Australia and the United States.

Equinix has 240 IBX data centres in 66 metros across 27 countries around the world. In Asia-Pacific, it operates 52 data centres in Singapore, Australia, China, Hong Kong, India, Japan and Korea.

You Might Also Like

Q&A: Delivering movies digitally and securely from around the world

In remote Taiwan, firefighters use a 5G base station “in a box” when responding to emergencies

Singtel livestreams concert in train cabin 17m underground to show off 5G network

Sensing strong demand, Tata Comms pitches “hyperconnected” ecosystems

Keysight’s 2023 technology predictions: Insights from a test and measurement Leader

TAGGED: data centre, Equinix, SG5, Singapore

Sign up for the TG newsletter

Never miss anything again. Get the latest news and analysis in your inbox.

By signing up, you agree to our Terms of Use and acknowledge the data practices in our Privacy Policy. You may unsubscribe at any time.
Grace Chng April 21, 2022
Share this Article
Facebook Twitter Whatsapp Whatsapp LinkedIn Copy Link Print
Share
Avatar photo
By Grace Chng
Follow:
A seasoned writer, author and industry observer, Grace was the key tech writer for The Straits Times for more than three decades. She co-founded and edited Computer Times, later renamed Digital Life. She helmed this publication, the de facto national IT magazine, for nearly 19 years. Grace is also the editor and co-curator of Intelligent Island: The Untold Story of Singapore’s Tech Journey, a book highlighting Singapore’s ICT development.
Previous Article Cars in the crosshairs: Automakers, regulators take on cybersecurity
Next Article Singapore to remove TraceTogether, SafeEntry contact tracing measures for most venues
Leave a comment

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Stay Connected

Facebook Like
Twitter Follow

Latest News

Sony Playstation VR2 review: An immersive experience awaits
Gaming March 21, 2023
Debate on computational photography misses what’s real, what’s lived outside a frame
Cellphones Imaging Mobile Software March 19, 2023
Get the best Mac-friendly monitors for colour-perfect design work
PC March 16, 2023
LG OLED Flex LX3 review: A bendable gaming monitor for the adventurous (and rich)
Audio-visual Gaming PC March 13, 2023
//

Techgoondu.com is published by Goondu Media Pte Ltd, a company registered and based in Singapore.

.

Started in June 2008 by technology journalists and ex-journalists in Singapore who share a common love for all things geeky and digital, the site now includes segments on personal computing, enterprise IT and Internet culture.

banner banner
Everyday DIY
PC needs fixing? Get your hands on with the latest tech tips
READ ON
banner banner
Leaders Q&A
What tomorrow looks like to those at the leading edge today
FIND OUT
banner banner
Advertise with us
Discover unique access and impact with TG custom content
SHOW ME

 

 

POWERED BY READYSPACE
The Techgoondu website is powered by and managed by Readyspace Web Hosting.

TechgoonduTechgoondu
Follow US

© 2023 Goondu Media Pte Ltd. All Rights Reserved | Privacy | Terms of Use | Advertise | About Us | Contact

Join Us!

Never miss anything again. Get the latest news and analysis in your inbox.

Zero spam, Unsubscribe at any time.
 

Loading Comments...
 

    Welcome Back!

    Sign in to your account

    Lost your password?