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Data center market growth insights for investors’ strategies
Investors eye booming Australian and UK data center markets, insights from Louisa Curcio and Eleanor Kwak on key trends
Investors eye booming Australian and UK data center markets, insights from Louisa Curcio and Eleanor Kwak on key trends
– Australia’s data center market is accelerating, with $6.7 billion in investment and notable international operators entering the space.
– The UK’s data center market is booming due to AI adoption, with over $44 billion invested and major projects announced.
Eleanor Kwak, a partner at Johnson Winter Slattery, supports investors in navigating regulatory frameworks and transactions, amid a more engaged government facilitating these developments. The National AI Plan aims to expedite data center projects, while the Foreign Investment Review Board oversees security concerns related to foreign investment. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is intensifying scrutiny on competition in digital infrastructure.
Planning reforms
In the UK, accelerated growth is underpinned by AI adoption and digital transformation. Recognised as “critical national infrastructure,” data centers benefit from planning reforms prioritising grid access. Investment in this sector has reached over $44 billion, with the market expected to nearly double by 2028.
Louisa Curcio, a partner at Rider Levett Bucknall in London, highlights the need for early involvement in projects to enhance flexibility. Here, power availability remains a constraint, compelling companies to adopt sustainable practices while navigating regulatory challenges. Global trends indicate increased community engagement and varying regulatory environments influencing investment strategies across regions.
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