NTT DATA has announced a series of strategic initiatives while reinforcing its commitment to the Indian market with the launch of the Malaysia, India, Singapore Transit (MIST) submarine cable system.
Expected to be operational by June 2025, the 8,100-kilometer cable will provide over 200 terabits per second (Tbps) of capacity, enhancing connectivity across Malaysia, India, Singapore, and Thailand.
This marks NTT DATA’s first direct cable link to India, strengthening global connectivity and supporting the country’s expanding digital economy. The MIST cable was connected to NTT DATA’s Mumbai and Chennai landing stations in 2023.
Data Center Investment
Furthering its presence in India, NTT DATA has inaugurated its largest data center campus in the country. Upon completion, the facility will support over 500 MW of power and will predominantly operate on renewable energy, aligning with the company’s goal to achieve 100% renewable energy use by 2030.
Globally, NTT DATA is scaling its data center capacity from 1,500 MW to more than 2,000 MW. In India, where it maintains a leading market share, the company plans to add 400 MW in the near future. Additionally, NTT DATA remains a key player in artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure, with over 200 MW of AI load already deployed worldwide.
Akira Shimada, President and CEO, NTT, said, “We are investing JPY 8 trillion (USD 59 billion) globally over five years from FY2023 to FY2027 into growth areas, including data centers and AI. We are committed to delivering our integrated full-stack proposition to our clients across data centers, networks, applications, BPaaS, managed services, cloud, security, and AI solutions.”
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AI and APN Innovation
The company is also expanding its Innovation Centre in Bengaluru, with a focus on advancing artificial intelligence (AI), digital twin, and quantum computing projects. Part of a global network of 11 innovation centers, the Bengaluru facility will drive AI-led technology solutions and facilitate specialized talent development.
To enhance connectivity further, NTT’s Innovative Optical and Wireless Network (IOWN) technology is being implemented to link data centers in Mumbai. This next-generation all-photonics network (APN) aims to offer higher data transmission performance at reduced costs. The company plans to scale IOWN globally by 2030, addressing the surge in AI-driven data, which is projected to reach 175 zettabytes by 2025, according to IDC’s ‘Data Age 2025’ report.
Advancing India’s Digital Infrastructure
Through these initiatives, NTT DATA underscores its dedication to advancing India’s digital infrastructure and supporting the nation’s growing role in the global technology landscape.
Abhijit Dubey, CEO, NTT DATA, Inc., said, “Our USD 3 billion investment in India's digital infrastructure over the last decade reflects our confidence in the region's exceptional talent and robust tech ecosystem. We remain committed to expanding our presence and strategic investments in the country that will elevate India to one of our top five markets within the next three years."
NTT DATA India’s CEO, Avinash Joshi, noted that the company has expanded through acquisitions and now serves 3,000 clients in India. Looking ahead, Joshi emphasized NTT DATA’s commitment to sustaining this momentum to drive transformation in sectors like banking, manufacturing, and automotive. He expressed confidence in the company’s capability to meet increasing demands for technology solutions, data centers, infrastructure management, and applications amid the ongoing evolution in technology.
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