MOL and Hitachi group to turn old ships into floating data centers

MOL and Hitachi plan to convert used ships into floating data centers

Could old ships have a future as floating data centers? Two major Japanese players are exploring the concept. Mitsui O.S.K. Lines Ltd. (MOL) has signed a memorandum of understanding with Hitachi Ltd. and Hitachi Systems Ltd. covering the development, operation, and commercialization of a floating data center (FDC) converted from a second-hand vessel.” Based on this MOU, the companies will conduct demand verification, review basic specifications …

MOL & Hitachi To Build Sea-Based AI Data Centres Using Recycled Ship Hulls

The companies aim to address the surge in demand for data centres and smart generative AI systems across the maritime industry.

MOL and Hitachi to convert used ships into floating data centres

Japanese shipping giant Mitsui OSK Lines (MOL) has signed a memorandum of understanding with Hitachi and Hitachi Systems to develop, operate and commercialise floating data centres converted from second-hand vessels, targeting operations from 2027 in Japan, Malaysia and the United States. “In recent years, demand for data centers has continued to grow alongside the rapid …

MOL, Hitachi to Develop Floating Data Centers from Used Ships

Japan’s Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Hitachi and Hitachi Systems have signed a memorandum of understanding to develop floating data centers by converting second-hand vessels, aiming to meet growing demand driven by artificial intelligence.Under the agreement…

MOL and Hitachi group to turn old ships into floating data centers

The project aims to build digital infrastructure to meet growing AI demand