Robo.ai Inc., a leading technology company shaping the AI machine economy, announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Robo.ai Investments L.L.C.-FZ, has signed a definitive Joint Venture (JV) agreement with U.S.-based data center innovator Tachyon9 Corporation. The partnership will focus on investing in, developing, and operating cutting-edge AI data centers and next-generation digital infrastructure across the United Arab Emirates and key international markets.

Majority-owned by Robo.ai, the JV has already outlined its first strategic project: the construction of a 20 MW AI data center targeted at either the Asia-Pacific (APAC) or Middle East & North Africa (MENA) region. The facility is designed specifically to support Large Language Model training and mission-critical AI workloads, with operations expected to commence within 12 to 24 months after site acquisition.

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This collaboration follows Robo.ai’s recent Gold Reseller agreement with The Ghazi Group to supply advanced CPU, GPU, and AI inferencing hardware. By integrating these high-performance resources into the JV’s proprietary, energy-efficient facilities, Robo.ai effectively closes the “Silicon + Infrastructure” loop. This approach optimizes compute costs while ensuring stable, high-quality service for clients worldwide.

Shahal Khan, Executive Chairman of Tachyon9, commented: “The global edge-based AI data center market is projected to surpass $50 billion by 2030, with the Middle East and Asia capturing a rapidly growing share. Tachyon9’s leadership in U.S. data center innovation, combined with Robo.ai’s regional expertise in robotics and edge computing, creates a powerful platform to drive the next generation of AI infrastructure across these high-growth markets.”

Benjamin Zhai, CEO of Robo.ai, added: “This Joint Venture completes a critical piece of our infrastructure puzzle. Having secured access to the ‘compute engine’ (chips) last week, we have now secured the ‘chassis’ (physical infrastructure). In an era of global capacity scarcity, this vertical integration ensures we can deliver stable, efficient, and scalable AI solutions to our clients.”

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The JV directly addresses a $200 billion global infrastructure gap, tackling bottlenecks caused by long grid connection queues and modern GPUs exceeding traditional cooling limits. By leveraging Tachyon9’s technical expertise, the JV targets the immediate “crisis resolution” market, projected to reach $16–25 billion globally by 2026. Key initiatives include:

  • Liquid Cooling Retrofits: Unlocking 2–3x rack density in existing facilities with direct-to-chip and rear-door heat exchanger systems.
  • Edge Micro Data Centers: Rapidly deploying prefabricated units for 5G and autonomous vehicle networks, bypassing traditional 16–24 month timelines.
  • Capital Efficiency: Applying an “Equipment-as-a-Service” model to potentially reduce upfront CapEx by up to 62%, enhancing project IRR.

With regional digital initiatives such as the UAE’s “We The UAE 2031” vision and Saudi Arabia’s smart city projects, the JV anticipates capturing 30–40% of global demand in the APAC and MENA markets. This translates into a regional Total Addressable Market of $6–10 billion, positioning the JV to deliver substantial value in high-demand, underserved territories.

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