YCO Cloud has announced a collaboration with Aolani and NVIDIA to deliver one of the first NVIDIA GB300 NVL72 cluster deployments in the Philippines. The project, announced via Media OutReach Newswire, marks a significant milestone as the country's first renewable-powered sovereign AI infrastructure. Designed to meet global sustainability standards for water usage and powered by dedicated renewable energy sources, the initiative aims to accelerate the Philippines' ambitions in sovereign digital capabilities and forward-looking innovation.
Aolani provides AI infrastructure, GPU financing, deployment, and operating capabilities, while YCO delivers purpose-built, sustainable, and scalable digital infrastructure along with local expertise. By leveraging the combined strengths of YCO Cloud, Aolani, and NVIDIA, the collaboration sets the foundation for a scalable, world-class AI ecosystem that is expected to accelerate local innovation and drive national economic productivity.
Scheduled for launch in the first quarter of 2027, the initial phase will deploy more than 10,000 NVIDIA Blackwell Ultra GPUs. This state-of-the-art AI computing infrastructure will extend to local government bodies, domestic enterprises, and local startups, while also attracting innovative global AI-native companies. As part of its commitment to environmental stewardship, YCO Cloud adheres to best practices to meet global standards for energy, water efficiency, and environmental sustainability.
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 welcomed the news. Leandro Angelo Y. Aguirre, Undersecretary of the Department of Information and Communications Technology, said, "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, also commented, "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."
The collaboration underscores the growing importance of sovereign AI infrastructure in Southeast Asia. By deploying advanced GPU clusters locally, the project aims to reduce dependency on foreign computing resources, enhance data sovereignty, and foster a robust domestic AI ecosystem. This is expected to create high-skilled jobs, stimulate innovation across industries, and position the Philippines as a competitive player in the global AI landscape. For more information, visit YCO Cloud and Aolani.
