Australia's DXN wins AU$4.1M contract for prefabricated modular data center at Melbourne Airport

Australian data center firm DXN has secured a new contract to supply a prefabricated modular data center to Melbourne Airport, marking another win for the company in the mission-critical infrastructure space. The contract, valued at approximately AU$4.1 million (US$2.9 million), was awarded by Australia Pacific Airports (Melbourne) Pty Ltd (APAM), the operator of one of Australia's busiest aviation and freight hubs.

The prefabricated Edge data center facility will be integrated into APAM's Airport Development Plan for Information and Communication Technology (ADP ICT), supporting critical ICT infrastructure that underpins airport operations. The pod is scheduled for delivery by the end of the first half of 2027, with the project underscoring the growing demand for edge computing capacity in environments where reliability, speed, and minimal disruption are paramount.

Shalini Lagrutta, DXN's managing director, emphasized the strategic importance of the deployment. "Melbourne Airport is precisely the kind of Edge site where our model delivers the most value. Critical ICT infrastructure needs to sit close to the operations it supports, and it must be delivered without disrupting an airport that runs around the clock. Being selected by the operator of one of Australia's largest airports is a strong endorsement of DXN's capability to deliver complex, mission-critical infrastructure for major infrastructure owners," she said.

In addition to the Melbourne Airport contract, DXN has secured an approximately AU$1.6 million variation order to an existing agreement with satellite operator Globalstar, covering additional project fees and logistics costs. The company has now delivered more than 100 modular data centers to date, serving a diverse client base that includes logistics firm DP World, AngloAmerican, gold miner Newcrest in New South Wales, Stanmore Coal, Boeing, Covalent Lithium, Pilbara Minerals, and Globalstar. DXN has also previously supplied modules for cable landing stations, further broadening its portfolio in edge and connectivity infrastructure.

The contract win reflects a broader industry trend toward prefabricated and modular data center solutions, particularly for edge deployments where speed-to-market and site-specific adaptability are critical. Airports, with their demanding operational environments and around-the-clock activity, represent a growing segment for such infrastructure, as operators seek to modernize ICT systems without interrupting core services. For DXN, the deal strengthens its position in the Australian market and reinforces its reputation as a reliable partner for large-scale infrastructure owners navigating complex deployment challenges.