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Hyperscale Data Expands Michigan Data Center Capacity with 40 MW Natural Gas Pipeline Infrastructure Deal

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Hyperscale Data, a diversified holding company, has announced an engineering design agreement with SEMCO Energy Inc. to design and plan new natural gas distribution infrastructure at its Michigan data center, enabling approximately 40 MW of incremental on-site power generation capacity. The deal marks a significant milestone in expanding the data center's infrastructure to meet the growing demands of the artificial intelligence industry. Under the agreement, SEMCO will conduct all preliminary engineering and design work for pipeline routing, metering infrastructure, and related equipment to deliver increased natural gas capacity. The parties intend to negotiate a definitive facility construction agreement within the next several months, covering construction, installation, and operation of the new infrastructure. Facility construction is expected to be completed within 15 months from execution of the construction agreement.

Key Takeaways:

  • Hyperscale Data has entered into an engineering design agreement with SEMCO Energy Inc. to design and plan new natural gas distribution infrastructure at its Michigan data center.
  • The agreement enables approximately 40 MW of incremental on-site power generation capacity at the Michigan data center.
  • SEMCO will conduct all preliminary engineering and design work for pipeline routing, metering infrastructure, and related equipment to deliver increased natural gas capacity.
  • The parties intend to negotiate a definitive facility construction agreement within the next several months, covering construction, installation, and operation of the new infrastructure.
  • Facility construction is expected to be completed within 15 months from execution of the construction agreement.
  • The deal marks a significant milestone in expanding the data center's infrastructure to meet the growing demands of the artificial intelligence industry.
  • Will Horne, Chief Executive Officer of Hyperscale Data, stated, "This Agreement marks a key milestone as we expand the infrastructure that powers our Michigan Site."
  • Hyperscale Data is committed to working collaboratively with SEMCO to finalize plans and move toward construction later this year, subject to regulatory approvals and due diligence.

Statistics:

  • 40 MW: The incremental on-site power generation capacity enabled by the new natural gas distribution infrastructure.
  • 15 months: The expected duration of facility construction once initiated.
  • Approximately: The capacity enabled by the new infrastructure.
  • American: The NYSE listing of Hyperscale Data.

Sources:

  • "PRNewswire" (July 29, 2025).
  • "Hyperscale Data Inc."
  • "SEC" (Hyperscale Data's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission).
  • Source: Hyperscale Data Inc.

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