Investment Forum | APAC // Panel: APAC data center deals - What’s driving M&A, JVs, valuations and strategy?

The Asia-Pacific data center market is seeing significant deal activity, with billions flowing into acquisitions, joint ventures, and platform expansions to meet rising demand for cloud, AI, and digital infrastructure. In 2024, the industry saw major transactions, including Blackstone’s A$24 billion acquisition of AirTrunk, highlighting the growing role of infrastructure funds and private equity in the region.

Strategic partnerships and JVs are also gaining momentum, as operators look to scale efficiently and respond to local market dynamics. At the same time, hyperscalers’ demand for high-density, AI-ready capacity is reshaping how deals are valued and structured. What do the latest deal trends tell us about the future of M&A, ownership models, and capital flow in APAC? Panellists will discuss.