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Construction Begins on Phase 1 of the Pohang Global AI Data Center; Targeted for Completion in 2027

Construction has begun on the first phase of a 40-MW AI data center in Pohang, and the total private investment has been announced at approximately 2 trillion won.

Release Date2026-07-21
Project SitePohang, North Gyeongsang Province
Parties involvedPohang City and private investment firms
Current StagePhase 1 construction begins

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01Phase 1: Approximately 40 MW
02Targeted for completion in 2027
03Phase 2 Expansion Plan: Approximately 260 MW

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Although construction has begun, which is a more advanced stage than the announcement of the plan, the 260 MW expansion in Phase 2 is a future plan. The confirmed capacity does not include the combined total of Phase 1 construction and subsequent expansion capacity.

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Metro NewsConstruction Begins on Phase 1 of the Pohang Global AI Data Center; Targeted for Completion in 20272026-07-21 · Open original text ↗
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