en.Wedoany.com Reported - DHL Supply Chain is expanding its data center logistics operations in the Asia-Pacific region, adding over 160,000 square meters of dedicated warehousing to support the growth of artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and digital infrastructure.
DHL Supply Chain is adding over 160,000 square meters of dedicated warehousing and logistics infrastructure in the Asia-Pacific region to support the demand for accelerated investment in artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and digital infrastructure. The company announced on June 9 that, as large-scale projects move from planning to execution, it has strengthened its regional footprint to serve hyperscale data centers and data center operators.
This expansion includes over 30,000 square meters of dedicated warehouse space already operational in the Asia-Pacific region, as well as an additional 130,000 square meters of committed expansion and custom-built facilities. These facilities, located in Malaysia and Thailand, are planned to become operational within the next two years. Once completed, DHL will support over 160,000 square meters of data center logistics infrastructure in key regional markets.
DHL stated that the company currently operates over 30,000 square meters of dedicated data center warehousing in the region and plans to add another 130,000 square meters in Malaysia and Thailand over the next two years. This investment comes as the Asia-Pacific region is expected to become the world's largest data center market by 2030, with an estimated investment of approximately $800 billion, driven by growing demand for AI applications, cloud services, and digital connectivity. The regional data center logistics market is projected to grow from $23 billion in 2025 to approximately $35 billion by 2030.
DHL noted that data center operators are increasingly facing challenges such as compressed project timelines, complex cross-border supply chains, and the entry of high-value equipment into active construction sites. The company is investing in specialized "white glove" handling and technical services to support complex data center deployments and reduce installation risks. These services cover site surveys, route assessments, equipment verification, rack installation, component inspection, floor protection measures, and post-installation reporting. DHL also offers technical services such as server rack assembly, component installation, cabling, functional testing, and secure packaging for sensitive equipment.
Javier Bilbao, CEO of DHL Supply Chain Asia-Pacific, stated that market forecasts indicate the Asia-Pacific region will become the next global data center hub, with data center investments in the region expected to reach approximately $800 billion by 2030. He noted that customers require not only capacity but also certainty of execution, and the company's investment in dedicated infrastructure and advanced white glove capabilities aims to deliver this certainty by combining precision, consistency, and speed.
A key component of the initiative is the company's investment in workforce development, particularly in advanced white glove handling and technical services that allow critical preparation and integration work to be completed in a controlled logistics environment. By shifting these activities to purpose-built logistics hubs, DHL said customers can reduce on-site congestion, lower installation risks, and maintain project schedules amid increasing infrastructure complexity.
The Asia-Pacific expansion follows DHL Group's recent investment in data center logistics infrastructure in North America and is part of its broader strategy to capitalize on growing demand for digital infrastructure support services. Amanda Rasmussen, Chief Commercial Officer of DHL Global Forwarding and Head of the DHL Group Data Center Logistics Task Force, stated that data center logistics is a strategic growth priority for DHL, driven by the rapid development of digital infrastructure and artificial intelligence. The company said the latest investment underscores its focus on data centers as a strategic growth area and enhances its ability to provide integrated global logistics services.
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