Singapore-headquartered ST Telemedia Global Data Centres (STT GDC) has announced the opening of STT Seoul 1, its inaugural data centre in South Korea. Located in Gasan-dong, Geumcheon-gu, Seoul, the facility offers up to 30 megawatts (MW) of IT load capacity and is designed to support hyperscale and enterprise deployments, including high-density workloads. This development marks STT GDC’s strategic entry into one of Asia’s most advanced digital markets, aiming to meet the growing demand for cloud and AI infrastructure in Northeast Asia.
The data centre, developed through a joint venture with Hyosung Heavy Industries, combines local expertise with STT GDC’s global platform. Charles Chulhoy Huh, Country Head of STT GDC Korea, stated, “STT Seoul 1 establishes an important foundation for STT GDC’s presence in Korea, extending a globally consistent platform into a key Northeast Asian market.”
Hyosung Group Chairman Hyun-Joon Cho highlighted the significance of the facility, noting it as a milestone for Korea’s AI ecosystem. The centre is strategically positioned near critical infrastructure, including telecommunications and transport links, enhancing its operational resilience and efficiency.
STT Seoul 1 has achieved the Tier III Certification of Design Documents from Uptime Institute, ensuring high availability and operational resilience. The facility features dual power feeds, a distributed redundant UPS system, and backup generators, alongside a cooling system with a design Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) of below 1.3.
The launch of STT Seoul 1 underscores STT GDC’s commitment to supporting Korea’s ambition to become a global leader in AI, providing a robust foundation for the nation’s digital economy.
