HUMAIN and DataVolt Launch Construction of an AI Data Center at Oxagon, NEOM’s industrial city, with 100MW of the first phase’s 360MW currently under development

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Monday 31 August 2026 – HUMAIN, a PIF company delivering full-stack artificial intelligence capabilities globally, and DataVolt, a Saudi-based developer and operator of sustainable digital infrastructure, today announced at LEAP an expanded partnership to develop 100MW of the 360MW AI-ready data center at Oxagon, the industrial city on the Red Sea coast in NEOM.

The facility will form part of the 360MW first phase of DataVolt’s planned AI data center campus at Oxagon. With construction now underway, the project moves from planning into execution, delivering high-density digital infrastructure designed to support the rapidly growing compute requirements of advanced artificial intelligence. The facility is expected to integrate renewable energy sources, innovative cooling technologies, and high-performance computing clusters to support large-scale AI and cloud workloads, with the first 100MW anticipated to be available in 2028.

The project brings together HUMAIN’s capabilities across the AI stack with DataVolt’s expertise in developing, financing, delivering and operating large-scale digital infrastructure. Designed for the demands of next-generation accelerated computing, the facility will provide the physical infrastructure required to deploy AI compute at significant scale.

“AI ambition only matters when you can turn it into infrastructure, compute and capacity that customers can use,” said Tareq Amin, CEO of HUMAIN. “That is what this partnership with DataVolt is about. Construction is underway, 100MW is moving forward, and we are building with the speed and scale that the next era of AI demands.”

For DataVolt, the groundbreaking marks the start of construction on the 360MW first phase of its wider planned 1.5GW Oxagon campus. The development builds on DataVolt’s broader infrastructure pipeline across Saudi Arabia and Central Asia and its experience structuring and delivering capital-intensive digital infrastructure projects.

“AI infrastructure at this scale demands more than capital and capacity, but disciplined execution, from power and engineering through construction and operations,” said Rajit Nanda, CEO of DataVolt. “Our partnership with HUMAIN brings together our complementary capabilities with a clear focus on delivery and bringing world class digital infrastructure capacity to the Kingdom. Breaking ground at Oxagon is an important milestone as we move forward with the first 360MW phase and build the infrastructure required to support AI compute at scale.”

The companies expect the project to benefit from Oxagon’s industrial infrastructure – pre-zoned industrial land availability, at scale  energy resources and access to low-latency compute through subsea cable connectivity to Europe and Africa – all designed to support large-scale industrial and technology developments. These characteristics are particularly important for AI infrastructure, where access to power, speed of development, connectivity and operating efficiency are becoming increasingly critical to the economics of compute.

“Breaking ground on the HUMAIN and DataVolt project is an important demonstration of the industrial ecosystem taking shape at Oxagon,” said Eng. Aiman Al-Mudaifer, Managing Director and Chief Executive Office of NEOM. “The ability to secure the power, land and connectivity needed to grow is becoming critical to the economics of AI. As progress on the first phase of DataVolt’s AI campus accelerates, Oxagon is bringing these advantages together to create a strong proposition for companies building the infrastructure required for the next generation of AI.”

The project comes as global demand for AI infrastructure continues to accelerate, increasing requirements for power, high-density data center capacity and the infrastructure capable of supporting increasingly powerful computing systems.

The HUMAIN-DataVolt partnership is designed to address that demand by combining AI capabilities with infrastructure delivery at scale, creating a pathway from data center capacity to deployable AI compute.

The 100MW development represents the next step in that partnership and a tangible milestone in the build-out of large-scale AI infrastructure at Oxagon.

About DataVolt’s Campus at Oxagon, NEOM 

• Total capacity: 1.5GW
• First Phase: 360MW
• Ready-for-Service: First Phase, 2028
• Customer Profile: The facility is designed to support large-scale AI workloads from both international and domestic customers

Forward-Looking Statement:

This press release may contain forward-looking statements based on current expectations and assumptions. Actual results may differ materially due to various risks and uncertainties. HUMAIN undertakes no obligation to update these statements.

About HUMAIN

HUMAIN, a PIF company, is a global artificial intelligence company delivering full-stack AI capabilities across four core areas: next-generation data centers; hyper-performance infrastructure and cloud platforms; advanced AI models, including some of the world’s most advanced Arabic large language models developed in the Arab world; and transformative AI solutions that combine deep sector insight with real-world execution.

HUMAIN’s end-to-end model serves both public and private sector organizations, unlocking value across industries, driving digital transformation, and strengthening capabilities through human–AI collaboration. With a growing portfolio of sector-specific AI products and a core mission focused on intellectual property development and global talent leadership, HUMAIN is engineered for international competitiveness and technological excellence.

About DataVolt

DataVolt is an operator of data centers, integrating dedicated high-availability multi-technology renewable energy infrastructure solutions and green fuels, with a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and scalability. Headquartered in Saudi Arabia, with offices currently in the USA, Uzbekistan, India, and the UAE, and further expansion expected into key international markets. DataVolt has strong global ambitions spanning across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. DataVolt’s core focus is servicing the needs of hyperscalers, large enterprises, and government institutions. www.data-volt.com

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About NEOM

NEOM is both a 26,500 square kilometer region in northwest Saudi Arabia and the organization leading its development. As part of Saudi Vision 2030, NEOM is supporting the Kingdom’s economic diversification by developing strategic industries, enabling investment and building the infrastructure that will shape future communities and destinations.

Located on the Red Sea at the crossroads of Asia, Africa and Europe, NEOM benefits from strategic access to major global trade routes, extensive land and abundant renewable energy resources. These natural advantages, combined with integrated infrastructure and planning, provide a strong foundation for industrial growth, trade connectivity and investment.

Oxagon, the primary economic engine of NEOM, is anchored by the operating Port of NEOM and an integrated industrial zone focused on advanced industries, renewable energy, AI infrastructure and logistics.

NEOM is advancing development through a phased and disciplined approach, prioritizing economic activity as the foundation for broader urban and destination development. By aligning investment and delivery with market demand and readiness, NEOM is creating long-term value for the Kingdom, its partners and future generations.

For further information, visit www.neom.com or contact the Press Office at [email protected].