Princeton Digital Group (PDG), Asia Pacific’s leading data center operator, has announced its entry into South Korea with a USD 700 million investment in a 48 MW campus in Incheon. The facility, PDG SE1, marks the first phase of a planned 500 MW AI and cloud data center buildout across the country. South Korea becomes PDG’s seventh market, following Singapore, Japan, India, Indonesia, China and Malaysia.
The SE1 campus, located around 40 minutes from central Seoul, spans 11,000 square metres and is scheduled to be operational by early 2028. Power has been fully contracted and construction is set to begin later this month. Designed for hyperscale and AI workloads, SE1 will feature high-density configurations, advanced cooling systems, and energy-efficient technology in line with PDG’s Net Zero by 2030 and RE100 commitments.
South Korea is among the most advanced and rapidly growing digital economies in Asia, but the market presents significant challenges including land scarcity, grid constraints, and strict permitting regulations. PDG’s expansion demonstrates the company’s capability to navigate complex environments, leveraging its multi-pronged market entry strategy and extensive regional experience. The company is supported by leading blue-chip investors and aims to meet the needs of global hyperscale clients.
“South Korea is one of Asia Pacific’s most advanced digital economies and a critical market for cloud and AI hyperscalers. Our entry is part of a long-term plan to be a significant provider of AI and cloud data center capacity in the country,” said Rangu Salgame, Chairman, CEO and Co-founder of PDG. “With this expansion, PDG continues to strengthen its position as one of the top pan-Asia operators serving the world’s largest technology customers.”
With the launch of SE1, PDG’s total portfolio now exceeds 1.2 GW of IT capacity across more than 20 campuses in seven countries. The company continues to position itself as a trusted partner for hyperscalers in Asia Pacific’s fastest-growing digital markets, offering scalable infrastructure that supports the region’s expanding AI and cloud demands.
