The natural advantage
for global AI.

Datagrid is New Zealand’s first hyperscale datacentre — engineered for future demand, powered by clean energy and natural cooling, and underpinned by world-class connectivity.

  • Unlimited Scale

    240 MW of hyperscale capacity across three shells - more than doubling New Zealand’s data processing capability and purpose-built for AI and tomorrow’s most demanding workloads.

  • Climate Efficiency

    One of the world’s lowest projected PUEs (1.15), achieved through a rare combination of renewable power and a naturally cool, stable climate - an efficiency edge most global hubs cannot match.

  • Resilient Connectivity

    Integrated into the new 540-terabit Tasman Ring Network, cutting latency to Australia by more than half and diversifying New Zealand’s international backbone with resilient, high-capacity global reach.

The Datagrid Project Story:

Delivering What’s Next

Sustainable Data Centre Park

Situated in New Zealand’s South Island, Datagrid combines three advantages rarely found in one location: renewable energy at grid scale, a naturally cool climate that drives world-class efficiency, and direct access to the Tasman Ring Network for global connectivity.

Purpose-built for high-performance computing and AI, Datagrid delivers the scale, efficiency, and resilience demanded by the world’s most data-intensive workloads.

Capacity

240 MW IT load across three hyperscale shells

Scale

92,400 m² of gross floor area across three data centre buildings

Resilience

Dedicated 220 kV grid-exit-point with dual redundancy

Connectivity

On-site submarine cable landing station integrated with the Tasman Ring Network

  • Phase One delivery set for 2028, backed by US$3B investment

  • Resource consents lodged, supported as a designated priority by Southland Regional Development Agency

  • 240 MW secured from existing supply for initial operations, with capacity to scale further

Project Status

  • Tasman Ring Network partnership with Chorus ensures global connectivity, including the first direct NZ–Melbourne subsea link

  • Recognised nationally as critical infrastructure to position New Zealand for the AI era

Location: Invercargill, New Zealand
Average Temperature: 9–10 °C / 48–50 °F
Low-Carbon Grid: 87% renewable

  • REMI GALASSO

    FOUNDER AND EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN

    Rémi is a French-born tech entrepreneur and founder of Hawaiki Submarine Cable, which launched the first independent transpacific cable between Australia, New Zealand, and the U.S. He has over 25 years of experience in international telecom and media. He is known for pioneering infrastructure that boosts digital connectivity across the Pacific region. 

  • GEORGES KREBS

    DIRECTOR

    Based in Sydney, Georges Krebs is a telecom executive with over 30 years of experience in the submarine cable industry. He served as General Manager of Alcatel Submarine Network and was the architect of Hawaiki Submarine Cable. Georges currently serves as a Director at Datagrid Holding Group, leading the development of the Tasman Ring Network.

  • VINCE HAWKSWORTH

    DIRECTOR

    Vince is a veteran energy executive who retired as CEO of Mercury NZ in August 2024. He led major projects including the Turitea Wind Farm and key acquisitions in renewables. Previously, he was CEO of Trustpower and Hydro Tasmania, with earlier roles at Genesis Energy. Vince holds degrees from Nottingham Trent University and the University of Waikato.

  • BENJAMIN BLACK

    DIRECTOR / LEAD PLATFORM ARCHITECT

    Benjamin is a technology executive known for his foundational work at Amazon Web Services (AWS), where he co-authored the original paper proposing the AWS cloud. He played a key role in shaping the vision for scalable, on-demand infrastructure. Benjamin later held senior engineering and infrastructure roles at companies like Netflix and Microsoft. He is also recognized for his contributions to internet architecture and network systems.

  • PERRINE DHALLUIN

    HEAD OF CONSTRUCTION

    Perrine is a French telecom executive with over 15 years of experience who previously served as CEO of Intelia, a Pacific Islands telecom firm, and held roles at Nokia, Ericsson and BW Digital. Perrine holds a master’s degree in telecommunications engineering from Esigetel Paris University.

  • EMILY REEVE

    HEAD OF CORPORATE & GC

    Emily is a legal executive with extensive experience in the telecommunications and technology sectors. She has held senior legal positions at companies such as Vocus Group and Constellation Brands. Emily holds an LLB (Hons) from the University of Otago and began her career at Russell McVeagh before joining Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer in London.

  • JANICE D’CUNHA

    HEAD OF FINANCE

    Janice is overseeing financial strategy, investment decisions, and risk management for the company. A Chartered Accountant, she brings extensive experience in financial leadership within the technology sector. Janice plays a pivotal role in steering Datagrid’s financial operations and growth strategies. 

  • ALFRED AU YEUNG

    HEAD OF SALES

    Based in California, Alfred is leading commercial strategy for the company. He previously served as Head of Strategic Projects and Network Infrastructure Investments at Telstra, and has also worked as a consultant in the telecom sector. Au Yeung brings over two decades of experience in global telecommunications and infrastructure investment. 

  • PIERRE-EMMANUEL GOIFFON

    HEAD OF CONNECTIVITY

    Pierre-Emmanuel is a telecommunications executive with extensive experience in subsea cable and data infrastructure projects. He has held leadership roles at companies such as BW Digital and Hawaiki Cable, contributing to major digital connectivity initiatives across the Asia-Pacific region.

  • PETE ANDERSON

    SENIOR DESIGN MANAGER

    Pierre-Emmanuel is a telecommunications executive with extensive experience in subsea cable and data infrastructure projects. He has held leadership roles at companies such as BW Digital and Hawaiki Cable, contributing to major digital connectivity initiatives across the Asia-Pacific region.

  • ALEX BUNCE

    DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

    Alex has ten years working in investment and capital management, preceded by a career in engineering. He joined Datagrid from the NZTE Investment team where he worked on data centres in NZ. Alex has a Mechanical Engineering degree from Auckland and an MBA from University of Cambridge.

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