Pranav Hotkar
Barcelona, Spain - March 3, 2026 - SK Telecom has signed a three-party memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Supermicro and Schneider Electric to develop integrated infrastructure solutions aimed at accelerating the deployment of artificial intelligence (AI) data centers worldwide. The agreement was announced during Mobile World Congress 2026 in Barcelona.
Under the collaboration, the companies will jointly develop a total solution for artificial intelligence data centers (AIDC) by combining computing hardware, power infrastructure, and cooling technologies into an integrated deployment model.
The initiative centers on a pre-fabricated modular architecture designed to shorten construction timelines for AI facilities while improving efficiency and scalability. The model integrates AI servers, power systems, and cooling infrastructure into pre-manufactured modules that can be deployed in a building-block configuration.
Traditional data center construction typically involves building the facility first and installing computing infrastructure afterwards. The modular approach allows server systems and facility infrastructure to be assembled before deployment, which the companies say can significantly accelerate build times and reduce upfront investment requirements.
“SK Telecom will contribute its AIDC operational expertise,” the company said in its announcement, while Supermicro will provide high-performance GPU servers optimized for AI workloads, and Schneider Electric will deliver mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) infrastructure design and construction to support large-scale AI demand.
The modular design also enables phased expansion as demand grows, allowing operators to add capacity incrementally rather than building large facilities upfront. This approach is intended to provide greater flexibility for hyperscalers and enterprises deploying AI computing infrastructure.
The collaboration reflects the rapid expansion of AI workloads, which are driving unprecedented demand for high-density computing environments capable of supporting GPU-accelerated processing. By combining telecommunications expertise, server architecture, and power and cooling systems, the three companies aim to deliver a turnkey approach to AI data center deployment.
For SK Telecom, the partnership aligns with its broader strategy to expand into AI infrastructure and operate advanced data center platforms supporting large-scale AI services. Supermicro contributes its experience in high-performance AI server platforms, while Schneider Electric brings expertise in energy management and mission-critical data center infrastructure.
The companies said the joint solution is designed to improve deployment speed, address supply chain bottlenecks, and support the growing global demand for high-performance AI computing environments.
The partners plan to explore opportunities to deploy the integrated AI data center architecture in global markets as demand for AI infrastructure continues to accelerate.
