BDX DATA CENTERS PARTNERS APJII TO BOOST INDONESIA'S DIGITAL INFRASTRUCTURE, AI CAPABILITIES

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 15 (Bernama) -- BDx Data Centers (BDx), Indonesia’s largest data centre operator and Asia-Pacific’s fastest-growing carrier-neutral data centre platform, has announced a landmark cooperation agreement with the Association of Indonesia Internet Service Providers (APJII) that will bolster the nation’s digital ecosystem.

As part of this strategic partnership, APJII will enhance the Indonesia Internet Exchange (IIX) coverage in Greater Jakarta by launching a new IIX node at BDx Indonesia’s CGK 3A campus in Southern Jakarta.

BDx Data Centers Chief Operating Officer, Sujit Panda emphasised the importance of this partnership, stating that it is not only timely but imperative for bridging Indonesia’s digital divide.

“While BDx offers the most interconnected digital infrastructure mesh across the country with a portfolio of 59 colocation facilities and edge sites, APJII is a cornerstone of Indonesia’s Internet ecosystem,” he said in a statement.

Meanwhile, APJII Chairman, Muhammad Arif said the partnership would enhance internet traffic optimisation, routing efficiency, and the overall quality and security of the country’s digital infrastructure, paving the way for a resilient and sustainable digital future.

This initiative aims to establish the campus as the digital hub for internet traffic exchange, thereby boosting the resilience and efficiency of the region's digital infrastructure.

The presence of IIX at the CGK 3A campus will help establish a carrier-neutral interconnection ecosystem in Indonesia, meeting the growing demand for high bandwidth and low latency required by modern applications.

The CGK 3A campus, designed specifically for AI inferencing, is poised to accelerate AI capabilities within the country. By hosting IIX at this advanced data centre, the partnership will enable direct, high-speed connectivity between various networks, reducing latency and improving real-time data processing.

It will also create new opportunities for AI ecosystem collaboration, fostering faster data sharing and better integration across the sector.

Indonesia’s internet penetration has surged to 79.5 per cent, according to the 2024 APJII survey, driven by a young, tech-savvy population. E-commerce remains a key driver of the country’s digital economy, which continues to expand due to government initiatives like "Making Indonesia 4.0" and the rising adoption of cloud computing, Internet of Things (IoT), and AI technologies. To support this rapid digital transformation, reliable infrastructure is essential.

-- BERNAMA