ABS and Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) have announced two significant milestones advancing floating data center development, part of a series of innovative agreements following the opening of the Korea-U.S. Shipbuilding Partnership. The partnership aims to drive collaboration and knowledge-sharing between the two nations, fostering growth in the shipbuilding and offshore industries.
The two companies have made notable progress in designing and developing floating data centers with capacities of 50 MW and 200 MW. These cutting-edge facilities will provide secure, efficient, and sustainable data storage solutions for various industries, including maritime and offshore operations. The successful advancement of these designs is expected to pave the way for the widespread adoption of floating data centers, offering numerous benefits, including reduced carbon emissions and increased energy efficiency.