YCO Cloud and Aolani have announced a collaboration with NVIDIA to deliver one of the first NVIDIA GB300 NVL72 cluster deployments in the Philippines. This initiative marks a significant milestone as the country's first renewable-powered sovereign AI infrastructure, designed to accelerate the nation's digital capabilities and foster local innovation. The project is scheduled for launch in the first quarter of 2027 and will initially deploy more than 10,000 NVIDIA Blackwell Ultra GPUs. These resources will be extended to local government bodies, domestic enterprises, and startups, while also attracting global AI native companies.
The partnership brings together Aolani's expertise in AI infrastructure, GPU financing, deployment, and operations with YCO's focus on sustainable, scalable digital infrastructure and local knowledge. By leveraging NVIDIA's advanced computing platforms, the collaboration aims to build a world-class AI ecosystem that drives economic productivity. YCO Cloud adheres to global standards for energy, water efficiency, and environmental sustainability, aligning with the Philippines' growing renewable energy sources and robust submarine cable systems.
Nik de Ynchausti, CEO of YCO Cloud, said, "The Philippines is now ready to scale on digital infrastructure with its robust submarine cable systems and growing renewable energy sources. To deliver a product that hasn't been built in the Philippines, we partnered with Science Park of the Philippines Inc. (SPPI), the pioneer and one of the largest industrial park developers in the country, with best-in-country power, water and connectivity infrastructure aligned with our sustainability goals. Our partnerships with Aolani and SPPI complement YCO Cloud's commitment to deliver green digital infrastructure to contribute to the next wave of growth in the country."
Nicholas Chia, CEO at Aolani, added, "As the leading neocloud in Asia, Aolani is committed to delivering high-performance and compliant AI infrastructure at speed and scale to support our customers operating at the forefront of AI innovation. Southeast Asia is fast becoming a key linchpin for global AI infrastructure, and the Philippines is emerging as a dynamic new market for digital infrastructure growth. This collaboration will play a pivotal role in democratising access to advanced AI infrastructure in the Philippines, supporting the growth of the country's digital economy and AI ecosystem. We are excited to partner with YCO Cloud on this ambitious development to boost infrastructure growth and innovation."
The Philippine government has welcomed the initiative. Leandro Angelo Y. Aguirre, Undersecretary of the Department of Information and Communications Technology, commented, "AI presents significant opportunities for innovation, job creation, and economic growth for the Philippines and Filipinos. We welcome the efforts of homegrown companies like YCO and its Singaporean partner, Aolani. Anchored on their belief on the country's potential, we appreciate the commitment of both companies to work towards enabling Filipinos to become not just users but also builders and developers of AI. These forward-looking collaborations are key in shaping the Philippines' future and allow us to achieve purposeful progress together."
Rosemarie Edillon, Undersecretary of the Department of Economy, Planning, and Development, added, "We thank YCO and Aolani for entrusting the Philippines with this significant role in AI infrastructure development. As we enter the Fifth Industrial Revolution, the Philippine Government stands ready to be an active partner in building a trusted, inclusive and ethical AI ecosystem for the Philippines and the world."
This development is poised to significantly impact the Philippines by providing sovereign AI capabilities that can drive innovation, create jobs, and stimulate economic growth. By offering advanced AI infrastructure to local entities, it democratizes access to cutting-edge technology, enabling Filipino businesses and startups to compete globally. The focus on renewable energy and sustainability sets a precedent for future infrastructure projects in the region. For more information, visit YCO Cloud and Aolani.
