Latest Data Centre Development News

NEXTDC has increased its pro forma contracted utilisation by 73MW to 740MW as of June 30, 2026, reflecting new customer wins and a forward order book now standing at 565MW. Despite this growth, FY26 financial guidance remains steady.

NEXTDC has secured an additional A$500 million in senior debt facilities, lifting its total available senior debt to A$8.7 billion. The upsized debt package supports ongoing data centre expansion and recent contract wins, reflecting strong lender confidence.

Lakes Blue Energy is positioning its Wombat Gas Project as a key contributor to Victoria's energy security and emerging AI infrastructure, with a conceptual study projecting a post-tax NPV10 of A$605 million and first gas in early 2029.

Livium is positioning its Envirostream subsidiary to capitalise on the growing battery recycling needs from Australia's booming AI data centre sector, leveraging its EPA-licensed facilities and national network.

1414 Degrees (ASX:14D) has partnered with European space company Orbit Boy to test its SiNTL silicon-anode battery technology for satellite and rocket applications, aiming to break into the growing space battery market.

Centuria Industrial REIT (ASX: CIP) detailed its strategy to expand data centre assets leveraging its urban infill industrial portfolio, aiming for real estate returns through development and long-term leases.

Encounter Resources inks a non-binding MoU with Echion Technologies and Switch Technologies to develop a lithium-niobium battery industry leveraging its high-grade Aileron niobium resource.

QPM Energy is positioning its Isaac Energy Hub and 112MW Isaac Power Station to meet surging data centre electricity demand forecast to reach up to 35 TWh by 2036, amid coal plant retirements and rising grid pressures.

A landmark regulatory agreement between Canada and Alberta suspends federal emissions abatement deadlines and establishes a stable carbon pricing framework, enhancing KALiNA Power’s Alberta projects and data centre opportunities.

NEXTDC urges eligible retail shareholders to participate in its A$1.5 billion entitlement offer, priced at a 10.9% discount, with a top-up facility available. The retail offer closes on 11 May 2026, following recent senior debt commitments that bolster its growth plans.

NEXTDC has locked in A$1.8 billion in new senior debt commitments, lifting its total senior debt capacity to A$8.2 billion and pro forma liquidity to about A$8.4 billion. The fresh capital will underpin ongoing data centre development and recent contract wins, with financial close targeted for July 2026.

Galilee Energy has transformed its Zydeco Gas Project in Louisiana into a drill-ready asset, aiming for a Q2 2026 spud and first production within six months of success.