PLDT’s ICT subsidiary, ePLDT, has formally introduced VITRO Inc, which will focus on data center operations. This move aims to boost PLDT Group’s initiatives in construction, innovation, and service enhancement.
According to the Structure Research 2023 DCI Report Series Market: Philippines, at present, the Philippine data center market stands at $219 million, projected to experience steady growth at a five-year compound annual growth rate of 36% through 2028. This growth is fueled by escalating demands from hyperscalers, with projections indicating a surge to 50KW per rack by 2027, primarily driven by the widespread adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI), which may demand up to 100KW per rack.
“The surge of AI necessitates a rethink in the way we design and build our facilities and an even deeper focus on how we innovate,” said Victor Genuino, president and CEO of ePLDT and VITRO Inc. “The creation of VITRO Inc. allows us to be more agile as we adapt to the evolving needs of the digital market and build more world-class facilities that will advance the Philippines’ digitalization.”
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VITRO Inc. is set to inaugurate its largest data center facility, VITRO Sta. Rosa, in July this year. It boasts a 50-megawatt capacity and is designed to meet ANSI/TIA-942 Rated 3-Certified standards.
“Our aggressive capacity build positions VITRO as a key player with the largest local data center footprint readily available to serve the stringent needs of the rapidly growing hyperscale and AI market,” said Gary Ignacio, chief commercial officer of VITRO Inc.
With the launch of VITRO Sta. Rosa, VITRO Inc. is poised to double its facility capacity to 99.5 MW.