Data CenterJun 10, 2026, 10:42 PM· Japan
Samsung Heavy Industries recruits Greek shipowner and Supermicro to bring 50MW floating AI data centers to market — can be powered by solid oxide fuel cells running on liquefied natural gas
Summary
Samsung Heavy Industries, in partnership with a Greek shipowner and Supermicro, plans to launch 50MW floating AI data centers powered by solid oxide fuel cells using liquefied natural gas. Separately, Japan's MOL is building a 73MW floating data center with Karpowership for deployment in 2027.
Why it matters
This event highlights cross-industry collaboration between tech and shipbuilding to advance floating AI data centers, involving key players like Samsung and Supermicro.
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