PLDT unveils PH's first AI-ready hyperscle data center

The facility is located in Laguna.

President Marcos Jr. attended the launch of the VITRO Sta. Rosa

Setting a new standard for AI-ready infrastructure

The first hyperscale data center called VITRO Sta. Rosa (VSR) was recently launched in the Philippines. Located in Laguna, VSR was developed by VITRO Inc., a subsidiary of ePLDT and the data center arm of PLDT.

Operating since July 2024, the 50-megawatt (MW) VSR is now home to telecom providers, enterprises, and global cloud technology companies. It sets a new standard for secure, high-performance, AI-ready infrastructure in the Philippines.

We do intend to expand our data center capability for up to 500 MW. We have to be at least equal to the capacity of Malaysia, PLDT Chairman Manuel V. Pangilinan said during the launch.

At the heart of its AI capabilities are NVIDIA-powered GPU servers hosted within VSR. Through these, ePLDT offers GPU as a service (GPUaaS), which is the first in the country. This on-demand computing model enables businesses to access powerful AI tools without a heavy upfront investment.

This also allows those in banking, fintech, healthcare, logistics, and government to build and scale AI applications faster, more securely, and at lower cost.

VSR is fully integrated into PLDT’s domestic fiber footprint and linked globally via international cable systems, including Jupiter, Asia Direct Cable, and the upcoming Apricot. Its carrier-neutral design also allows connections to multiple telcos, ensuring robust network diversity and resilience.

PLDT Group's investment in data centers and connectivity aligns with its mission to bridge the digital divide, expand access to technology, and contribute to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals—particularly SDG 9 on industry, innovation, and infrastructure, the company said.

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