Samsung sds commits billions to new AI data center in gumi to power internal manufacturing transformation

Samsung SDS has commenced construction on a new AI data center located in Gumi, North Gyeongsang Province, South Korea. This facility is designed to support the internal AI-driven transformation of the Samsung Group's manufacturing processes, rather than solely serving external clients. The project is slated to expand from an initial 60MW capacity up to 120MW, backed by an investment totaling 427.3 billion won (approximately 2.131 billion yuan), with completion targeted for the end of 2028. The campus spans roughly 46,300 square meters and will utilize a hybrid cooling system integrating both air and liquid cooling to house advanced AI systems, such as next-generation GPU servers. While the facility has external business potential, Samsung SDS emphasized that its primary strategic goal is securing dedicated computing power for its own industrial automation initiatives. This move reflects a broader trend among large conglomerates to secure proprietary computing infrastructure. By owning its resources, Samsung aims to insulate its robot R&D and production line upgrades from the volatility and supply constraints associated with external cloud GPU services.