Hansen Yuncken is partnering with Firmus Technologies to deliver next-generation digital infrastructure in Launceston, Tasmania, supporting Australia’s growing artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities.

Part of Firmus’ broader national AI infrastructure program, ‘Project Southgate’, the Launceston development is a purpose-built AI Factory campus designed to support high performance computing, AI training and inference. With a planned critical IT load of 84MW, the facility integrates advanced computing infrastructure, high density power systems and innovative liquid cooling technology to support energy efficient operations.

The project represents a significant investment in Tasmania’s digital infrastructure sector, leveraging the state’s renewable energy resources while creating opportunities for local industry and employment. During construction, the development is expected to support an average workforce of more than 150 people, with a peak workforce exceeding 400.

Drawing on our national construction expertise and longstanding presence in Tasmania, Hansen Yuncken is delivering complex construction works at the Launceston facility. Through close collaboration with Firmus and the wider project team, we are applying digital construction technologies and coordinated delivery processes to support safety, quality and construction certainty.

Project Southgate represents an important step in the development of Australia’s AI infrastructure, helping establish Tasmania as a centre for advanced technology and digital innovation.