AI-Ready Data Centres 6 Strategic Advantages Powering Dubai Growth
Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ) has announced a joint venture with VOLT UAE to develop an advanced AI-ready data centre in Dubai Silicon Oasis. The project will be supported by Schneider Electric and aims to strengthen Dubai’s position as a global hub for digital infrastructure and artificial intelligence.
The new facility will be built within Dubai Silicon Oasis, DIEZ’s specialised economic zone focused on knowledge and innovation. It is designed to support advanced computing, AI applications and critical digital workloads with resilient and secure infrastructure.
AI-ready data centre to support advanced computing
The development will span up to 60,000 square metres and will be implemented in two phases. The first phase will provide 29 MW of available capacity, followed by an additional 100 MW of committed power.
DIEZ will provide the land and core infrastructure, while VOLT UAE will develop, finance, construct and operate the data centre facilities. Schneider Electric will support the project with advanced electrical systems, power distribution and smart data centre infrastructure.
The facility is expected to serve growing demand for high-performance computing and AI infrastructure across the region. It will include reinforced architecture, redundant systems and hardened infrastructure to ensure continuous availability and long-term reliability.
The project also aligns with Dubai’s broader strategy to expand its digital economy and attract future-focused investments. According to DIEZ, the partnership reflects investor confidence in Dubai’s advanced business environment and digital infrastructure.
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