As AI workloads push data center design into uncharted territory, operators are being forced to make infrastructure decisions without knowing who their tenants will be, what cooling technology will be standard, or how fast the next generation of hardware will arrive.

In this panel, Apiwit Puangsricharern of IM Impower moderates a discussion with:

• Lukas Thalhammer, Regional Head of Data Center, Hilti Asia Pacific

• Chow Hoong Kee, Application Manager, Enlighted Solutions

Together, they examine how to build infrastructure that stays relevant as technology evolves faster than construction timelines, why modularization is becoming a core design principle, and what sustainability demands look like beyond carbon targets.

Thailand's data centers are being asked to do more than ever before. AI workloads are driving demand for infrastructure that didn't exist five years ago, while ESG commitments, cybersecurity requirements, and enterprise expectations are all tightening at the same time.

In this panel, Amornvit Vatcharaphrueksadee of North Bangkok University moderates a discussion with:

• Hasan Siraj, Head of Software Products and Ecosystem at Broadcom

• Darren Webb, Co-Founder and CEO of Evolution Data Centres

• Jo Piyoros Tungthamthiti, VP AI Technology at Ngern Tid Lor

Together, they examine what it actually takes to build AI-ready infrastructure at scale, how silicon and networking innovation is reshaping energy efficiency, and whether sustainability commitments can survive contact with the realities of hundred-megawatt deployments.

As Thailand's cloud market matures, enterprises across banking, telco, and retail are navigating the real-world trade-offs of hybrid and multi-cloud environments: balancing costs, performance, and compliance without sacrificing agility.

In this panel, Shiv Dechasakphan of SoftwareOne moderates a discussion with:

• Nuttanai Anuntarumporn, Chief Executive Officer, Interlink Telecom Public Company Limited

• Dr. Rattapol Kasemrat, Head of Information Technology, GO Wholesale

Together, they examine how organisations are making cloud strategy work in practice, from FinOps and workload modernisation to compliance frameworks that enable rather than block innovation.

As Thailand advances toward a cloud-first economy, data sovereignty is emerging as a defining challenge, shaped by the need to balance innovation with compliance, security, and trust.

In this panel, Pitikorn Tengtrakul of KASIKORN Business-Technology Group moderates a discussion with:

• Virag Thakkar, Director of Digital Security at Thai Union Group

• Supathus Chaimuangraj, Security Architect - Customer Delivery, APJC at Cisco

• Supakorn Kungpisdan, Country Manager Thailand & Laos at Fortinet

Together, they examine how organisations can navigate complex regulatory landscapes, manage data risks across cloud environments, and build the frameworks needed to stay secure and compliant.

Thailand has the renewable incentive frameworks: UGT, FiT schemes, RECs, and direct PPAs. But the harder question is whether they're moving fast enough for a market that isn't waiting.

In this panel, Paul Mah, Executive Editor at w.media, moderates a discussion with:

• Soon Cheng Kang, Senior Research Analyst, Data Centre Services & Infrastructure at S&P Global

• Paul Volodarsky, Partner & Head of Real Estate Practice at DFDL

Together, they examine what Thailand's renewable transition actually looks like on the ground, from power access bottlenecks and legislative gaps to what data center developers need to secure before it's too late.

As energy costs rise and capital strategies shift, Thailand must rethink its investment model to remain competitive in Southeast Asia's rapidly evolving data center landscape.

In this panel, Nita Athakaiwalvathi (Neen), Senior Manager, Investment & Advisory at Cushman & Wakefield, moderates a discussion with:

• Simon Hamer, Chief Technology Officer, Evolution Data Centres

• Prinn Panitchpakdi, Chief Executive Officer, Four Seasons Advisory

• Matthew Silvester, Director, Meinhardt Thailand

Together, they examine where capital is flowing across the region, how hyperscalers are internalising capacity, and why Thailand's energy and land landscape is becoming a defining factor in its long-term competitiveness.

Thailand’s emergence as a digital infrastructure hub is gaining momentum, fuelled by rapid data center expansion and increasing hyperscaler demand.

In this panel, Paul Mah, Executive Editor at w.media, moderates a discussion featuring:

• Jeffrey Tay, Chief Development and Marketing Officer at Galaxy Data Center

• Poraphan Sucharitkul, Head of Business Development at Telehouse Thailand

• Pattaraphan Paiboon, Partner at Baker & McKenzie 

• Amorn Harnkham, AI CERTs Training Director at PSTC Academy

Together, they examine how Thailand compares with established and emerging hubs across Asia. From infrastructure scalability and sustainability pressures to regulatory complexity and resilience, the discussion unpacks what it will take to support long-term growth. It also explores how cross-border collaboration, capital flows, and evolving cloud strategies are shaping Thailand’s trajectory as a key ASEAN digital gateway.

Thailand’s ambitions to become a regional data center hub hinge on its ability to address energy constraints, infrastructure readiness, and investment complexity.

This opening panel at the latest Thailand Cloud & Datacentre Convention explores how aligning policy, capital, and connectivity can unlock the next phase of growth. From accelerating nationwide data center development to strengthening regional interconnectivity, all while balancing sustainability with long-term economic goals.

Moderated by Norasak Suphakorntanakit, Head of Capital Markets and Investment at Cushman & Wakefield, the discussion features key insights from: 

• Supparat Singhara Na Ayutthaya, Vice Chairman of the Thailand Data Centre Association

• Insa Illgen, Programme Director for the Thai German Cooperation Energy Mobility Climate (TGC EMC) at Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH 

• Sombat Sangsawang, Head of Operations DC at AIMS Data Centre

As Malaysia’s data center sector continues to expand, sustainability is emerging as a critical competitive advantage. In this closing panel at MYCDC 2025, Jean Monson, Head of Infrastructure Project Finance Asia at MUFG moderates a discussion with:

• Noorzita Mohamad Nor, Director of Business Services & Regional Operations Division – Malaysian Investment Development Authority 

• Malar Odayappan, Director of Sustainability and Climate Change, Just Transition Lead – PwC Malaysia

• James Rix, Head of Data Centres and Industrial for Malaysia and Indonesia – Jones Lang LaSalle

Together, they explore how Malaysia’s push toward carbon neutrality by 2050, outlined in the National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR), is shaping the future of data center development. The panel discusses evolving regulations, operational strategies for reducing carbon footprints, and how sustainability is becoming a defining factor for competitiveness as AI workloads and hyperscale growth drive the next phase of the industry.

As Malaysia accelerates its digital transformation, the need for resilient and scalable data center infrastructure has never been greater. 

In this episode, Paul Mah, Executive Editor at w.media, sits down with Tho Lye Yit, VP of Design & Delivery at Bridge Data Centres, for a fireside chat on building the infrastructure foundation for Malaysia’s digital future.

The discussion explores how resilient data center design supports business continuity and national digital strategy, while addressing the growing demands of AI-driven workloads. They also examine emerging approaches to thermal management, including liquid cooling, alongside innovative strategies for managing power demands and designing facilities that are secure, sustainable, and scalable for the decade ahead.