NTT GDC Ho Chi Minh City 1 Data Center: 6MW Hyperscale Hub in Saigon Hi-Tech Park
Status: Under Construction / Phased Buildout | Location: Lot T2-4, D1 Street, Saigon Hi-Tech Park, Tan Phu Ward, Thu Duc City, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Project Overview
NTT GDC – Ho Chi Minh City 1 Data Center (HCMC1) is a purpose-built hyperscale data center strategically located within Saigon Hi-Tech Park in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Developed by NTT Global Data Centers through a joint venture with QD.TEK, the facility represents a significant investment in Vietnam's rapidly expanding digital infrastructure and supports the country's growing demand for cloud computing, enterprise digital transformation, artificial intelligence (AI), and mission-critical IT services. Situated approximately 15 kilometers from the center of Ho Chi Minh City, HCMC1 provides an ideal balance between urban connectivity and secure campus operations while offering convenient access to major business districts, telecommunications infrastructure, and transportation networks. The facility delivers approximately 6 MW of critical IT capacity across a five-story building with around 5,000 m² of purpose-built data center space, providing scalable colocation solutions for hyperscale cloud providers, multinational enterprises, financial institutions, telecommunications operators, and technology companies. Designed to accommodate high-density computing environments, HCMC1 supports cloud platforms, AI training and inference workloads, machine learning applications, high-performance computing (HPC), and large-scale enterprise systems. The data center incorporates highly resilient electrical and mechanical infrastructure, including redundant utility connections, advanced uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems, standby backup generators, fault-tolerant power distribution, redundant water-cooled chiller systems, precision environmental controls, and cold aisle containment to maximize cooling efficiency while reducing energy consumption. Comprehensive physical security measures including biometric access controls, 24/7 CCTV surveillance, environmental monitoring, and advanced fire detection and suppression systems provide multiple layers of protection for customer infrastructure. As a carrier-neutral facility, HCMC1 offers diverse connectivity to multiple telecommunications providers, cloud platforms, and enterprise networks, enabling low-latency interconnection, hybrid cloud integration, disaster recovery, and business continuity services. As part of NTT Global Data Centers' international portfolio, HCMC1 strengthens Vietnam's digital ecosystem, enhances Ho Chi Minh City's position as a leading technology hub in Southeast Asia, and provides future-ready infrastructure capable of supporting the continued growth of cloud services, AI innovation, and enterprise digital transformation throughout the region.
Quick Facts
| Field | Value |
| Project Name | NTT GDC Ho Chi Minh City 1 Data Center: 6MW Hyperscale Hub in Saigon Hi-Tech Park |
| Location | Lot T2-4, D1 Street, Saigon Hi-Tech Park, Tan Phu Ward, Thu Duc City, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam |
| Status | Under Construction / Phased Buildout |
| Commissioning | Target Go-Live 2025–2026 |
| Total IT Load | 6.0 MW Total Critical IT Load |
| Total Capacity | ~5,000 m² (~53,800 sq ft) total gross floor area / 10,000 sq ft raised floor whitespace |
| Tier Level | Tier III Design & Fault-Tolerant Standard / ISO 27001, ISO 9001 Compliant |
| Project Type | Purpose-Built Multi-Tenant Hyperscale, Enterprise & Cloud Data Center |
City Profile
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| City Name | ho chi minh |
| Population | 10 million |
| Urban Agglomeration | 14 million as of 2025 |
| City GDP | $59.5 billion |
| Per Capita Income | around $9,000 in 2025 |
| City Tier | Tier 1/Primary Economic & Digital Hub |
| Key Strengths | Fastest-growing digital economy in Southeast Asia, high cloud/AI demand, strong government push for digital transformation. |
Companies Involved
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| Developer / Operator | NTT Global Data Centers |
| Strategic Infrastructure Partner | Saigon Hi-Tech Park (SHTP) Management Board & EVN HCMC (Electricity of Vietnam) |
| Construction Contractor | Specialized Asian Mission-Critical EPC & General Contractors |
| MEP Engineering | Arup (Multidisciplinary Design & Technical Services) & NTT Global Engineering Teams |
| Network Connectivity | Carrier-neutral architecture, redundant Carrier-Meet-Me-Rooms (MMRs), dual path-diverse subterranean fiber entrances, direct integration with Vietnam national fiber backbones, and connection to regional subsea landing points. |
| Power Infrastructure | Dual high-voltage city utility grid feeds from independent EVN substations, static 2N / N+1 uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems, automated transfer switches (ATS), and standby emergency diesel generator arrays with multi-day on-site fuel autonomy. |
Technical Specifications
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| Power Capacity | 6.0 MW Total Utility IT Power Allocation |
| UPS Redundancy | 2N / N+1 Static UPS Architecture |
| Cooling System | Redundant water-cooled cooling plant, Computer Room Air Handler (CRAH) units, cold aisle containment for high-density racks, smart BMS environmental monitoring, and energy-optimized chillers. |
| Connectivity | Low-latency fiber interconnects to HCMC CBD, regional IX nodes, and NTT's global data center network. |
| PUE Target | < 1.40 Annualized Operational Design PUE |
| Energy Mix | National utility grid supply with integration of NTT's global sustainability and renewable power procurement targets. |
Milestones
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| Announcement | March 2022 |
| Construction Start | December 2023 |
| Phase 1 Go-Live | Target 2025–2026 |
| Full Buildout | Active Construction Phase |
Investment Details
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| Total Investment | Estimated $56,000,000 USD Joint Venture Capital Expenditure |
| Funding | Joint Venture (NTT Global Data Centers / QD.TEK) |