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Enterprise-grade colocation to Australia

Data centers for global market growth

Our highly certified colocation data centers enable international organisations to establish their presence in Australia, connecting easily to the broader Australasian market.
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Grow your global footprint in Australia — choose the right colocation data center partner.

Expanding into Australasia demands more than a footprint; it calls for an expertly planned data center approach. As global companies look to penetrate these markets, a robust strategy for multi-region data center services becomes essential. With a focus on increasing presence, leveraging AI-ready colocation data centers can provide the competitive edge needed. From AI-driven analytics and streaming petabytes of content to powering low-latency SaaS platforms, success hinges on infrastructure that’s resilient, compliant, and ready to scale with your growth targets across Australasia.

Leveraging colocation data centers lets you enter these markets quickly and cost-effectively. Instead of building from scratch, you tap into purpose-built facilities that deliver the power density, network diversity, and round-the-clock operations team you need while keeping your hardware close to the customers, cloud zones and digital ecosystems that matter most. 

Run your AI workloads in our sustainable, low cost data centers in New Zealand and Australia.

As AI workloads continue to grow globally, organisations face increasing demands for reliable, scalable and energy-intensive infrastructure to support their data processing needs. For companies looking to establish their AI operations offshore, selecting the right location to host these workloads is critical to ensure optimal performance, cost efficiency and sustainability.

Datacom’s colocation data centers in New Zealand and Australia provide an ideal environment for offshore AI expansion. Built with energy-efficient and low-carbon technologies, our facilities support the high power requirements of AI workloads while reducing environmental impact. With a strong commitment to achieving carbon net zero by 2030 and ongoing optimisation of energy use, Datacom offers offshore companies a trusted, sustainable data centre solution to grow their AI capabilities responsibly and effectively in the Australasian region.

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Why choose to grow your enterprise globally from Australia with Datacom?

  • Direct liquid cooling (DLC) capable

    Cooling for dense GPU clusters or high performance compute workloads. Flexible options include liquid-to-chip and hybrid air-liquid cooled racks.
  • Customisable design options

    Choose power and resilience levels tailored to your needs, from N+1 power redundancy to UPS-only setups.
  • High density racks

    Deploy racks capable of up to 150 kW, ideal for intensive AI, GPU, or high-performance computing demands.
  • High network speeds

    Enjoy ultra-high-speed, fully diverse, telco-neutral connectivity into public cloud and international networks, perfect for AI workloads.
  • Renewable-backed energy

    Datacom is targeting 100% green energy by 2030 to support your ESG commitments. Our NZ data centers run on certified renewable energy.
  • Flexible Australian power plans

    Benefit from predictable cost structures or flexible pay-for-what-you-use options.
  • World-class data center security

    Multi-layered physical security including biometric access, CCTV, and 24/7 onsite personnel protects your critical infrastructure.
  • Modular designs

    Scale your footprint easily with our modular, build-to-suit approach, ensuring agility as your requirements evolve.

Our commitment to sustainable data centers

Make your international expansion count towards your sustainability goals with Datacom’s energy-efficient infrastructure. Powered by 100% certified renewable energy and holding Toitū carbonreduce certification, our New Zealand data centers help shrink your carbon footprint while maintaining peak performance - imagine AI workloads powered purely by renewables. In Australia, we partner with AirTrunk who are committed to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2030. 

Support your AI revolution with our high-density, secure data centre hub – ready now with modular, build-to-suit options for GPUaaS workloads and hyperscale expansion.

Explore our Kapua data center from anywhere with a 360° virtual tour.

Join Andrew Green, Associate Director – Data Centers, for an immersive behind-the-scenes look at one of New Zealand’s premier AI-ready data center facilities.

Click "Full virtual tour" to access the 10-minute extended video, and use the arrow keys or mouse to look around each space.

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Key areas to evaluate when choosing a colocation data center partner in New Zealand and Australia

  • People

    Access skilled, experienced technicians available 24/7. Clear communication and escalation paths ensure seamless offshore support.
  • Performance

    Count on 100% uptime SLAs with easy scalability. Carrier-neutral connectivity to cloud providers ensures flexibility and resilience. 
  • Planet

    Powered by renewable energy with clear progress towards net-zero by 2030. Align your expansion with your organisation’s sustainability goals.
  • Price

    Benefit from transparent, flexible pricing models without hidden costs. Scale your operations confidently with predictable billing options.

To help guide your decisions, we’ve developed a simple checklist to help you evaluate your potential partners and ensure they meet your business' needs.

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A colocation data center in Australia for every need

  • Data center enterprise solutions

    Migrate critical infrastructure to secure, compliant data centers. Minimise international risk and manage your regional IT footprint. Learn more
  • Data center solutions for IT aggregators

    Expand your reseller portfolio with scalable colocation solutions. Transparent commercial models to simplify cross-border partnerships. Learn more
  • SaaS and cloud provider data center solutions

    Deliver your SaaS or cloud platform reliably. Scale capacity and maintain consistent low latency. Learn more
  • High density data center solutions

    Deploy hyperscale, AI & high-density workloads in premium data center facilities. Achieve power density, cooling efficiency and local compliance. Learn more

The right data center partner for your expansion into Australia

Choosing the right data center partner doesn’t just influence how you operate, it reshapes your organisation’s entire risk profile. From security and compliance to agility and sustainability, this decision has long-term implications for how confidently and competitively you can grow. By taking a broader approach and considering people, performance, planet and price, you can make a decision that supports both your immediate goals and your big- picture vision. At Datacom, we’re proud to support businesses entering the Australia with reliable, future-ready colocation data center solutions. 

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Support for your digital growth goals and green plan

Our latest State of AI Index shows that AI uptake has jumped from 47% to 70% among Australian and New Zealand executives in just 12 months. This surge in demand also creates new market challenges and heightens expectations on the infrastructural stack. Breaking into the Australian region successfully means teaming up with a local partner who can help you move quickly, meet every compliance tick-box, and scale with confidence.

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Frequently asked questions

What compliance and security standards support international enterprises?

Each of our locations meets international structural and operational standards. Our customers are assured of best-in-class data centre solutions.

Our data centres undergo rigorous independent review to ensure they meet the highest global standards for power usage, security, operational and management processes. Our sites have achieved a number of certifications, so you can be assured our sites are run to world-class standards.

Our New Zealand sites achieve the following major standards and certifications:

  • The Uptime Institute Management and Operations Stamp of Approval. We are the only NZ data center to hold this certification.
  • PCI DSS
  • ISO27001 standard for security management
  • ISAE NZ 3000

Datacom's halls at Australian sites achieve the following major standards and certifications:

  • ISO27001
  • PCI DSS
  • SOC2 (Type 2)

What on-site services do you provide?

Our standard service provides all of the things you would expect from a data centre, including:

  • Inwards goods receipting and secure storage
  • Build rooms to set up and prepare for equipment installations
  • Customer offices with kitchens, meeting rooms, bathrooms, and first-aid room
  • Guest wi-fi
  • Dedicated customer parking
  • On-site technicians available 24/7
  • Customer and vendor access available 24/7
  • Guaranteed telco and service provider neutrality
  • We welcome tours of our facilities-please contact the team for availability
  • Disposal and recycling (wherever possible) of all waste
  • Arranging of secure asset disposal

Do you offer seamless integration between data center facilities in Australia and New Zealand?

Yes. We have high speed dedicated inter-data center connections available.

What are the key advantages of enterprise-grade colocation data centers for global businesses?

Key benefits include: 

  • Robust physical and digital security 
  • Certified compliance for global and industry-specific regulations 
  • Scalable infrastructure to match business growth 
  • High-availability with redundant power, cooling, and network systems 
  • Direct connectivity to international markets and hyperscalers 

These features minimise risk, safeguard data, and support uninterrupted operations worldwide. 

How can businesses effectively expand into international markets using colocation data centers?

To effectively expand, businesses should: 

  • Choose colocation data center partners with a strong local presence and international capabilities. 
  • Prioritise facilities with compliant, secure, and high-availability infrastructure. 
  • Deploy hybrid or multi-cloud strategies to enable rapid scale and flexibility across borders. 
  • Leverage carrier neutrality and direct connectivity to major internet exchanges. 

These strategies facilitate seamless international entry and sustained, competitive operations.

What are the primary benefits of adopting a multi-region colocation data center architecture?

 

Multi-region architectures deliver: 

  • Enhanced disaster recovery through geographic redundancy 
  • Lower latency by serving users closer to their location 
  • Compliance with local data sovereignty laws 
  • Operational resilience against regional outages or disruptions 

This architecture is crucial for global enterprises requiring continuous availability and compliance. 

How does the power capacity and cooling in Datacom@AirTrunk sites support high-density or AI workloads?

AirTrunk SYD1 and MEL1 are designed for high-density deployments, supporting racks well beyond traditional enterprise thresholds. Advanced cooling systems, including options for direct liquid cooling (DLC), enable efficient operation of GPU-intensive or AI workloads at scale.

What advantages does the Datacom@AirTrunk partnership offer over typical colocation providers?

Datacom gives you enterprise access to hyperscale-grade infrastructure in AirTrunk’s SYD1 and MEL1 facilities, typically reserved for global cloud providers. You get the scale, performance and power density of a hyperscale environment, paired with Datacom’s managed services, support and flexible commercial terms.

Can I meet sustainability or ESG targets using Datacom@AirTrunk facilities?

AirTrunk is proudly recognised as a leader in sustainable data center practices: #1 Ranked in GRESB: The data center operations are demonstrably the most sustainable in the industry, minimising your environmental impact. Top 1% EcoVadis Rating: This independent assessment places the facility among the top 1% of companies globally for environmental and social responsibility, ensuring your data is managed ethically and sustainably. CDP B Score: Achieving a B score from CDP, a leading organisation for environmental disclosure, demonstrates our proactive approach to climate change and environmental leadership. ISO 14001 Certified: The environmental management system is certified to the rigorous ISO 14001 standard, guaranteeing our commitment to continuous improvement in environmental performance.

How quickly can we provision space in an AirTrunk facility through Datacom?

Through Datacom, provisioning in SYD1 or MEL1 can happen in days rather than months. We manage onboarding, fit-out, and remote hands support so offshore customers don’t need to deploy a team on the ground.

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