Australia Data Center Cooling Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2031)

The Australia Data Center Cooling Market Report is Segmented by Technology (Air-Based Cooling [Chiller and Economizer, CRAH, Cooling Towers, and Other Air-Based Cooling Technologies] and Liquid-Based Cooling [Immersion Cooling, Direct-To-Chip Cooling, and Rear-Door Heat Exchanger]), Type of Data Center (Hyperscale, Enterprise, and Colocation), and End-User Industry (IT and Telecom, Retail and Consumer Goods, Healthcare, Media and Entertainment, Federal and Institutional Agencies, and Other End-User Industries). The Report Offers Market Sizes and Forecasts in Terms of Value (USD) for the Above Segments.

Australia Data Center Cooling Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2031)

Australia Data Center Cooling Market Size

Australia Data Center Cooling Market Summary
Study Period 2019 - 2031
Base Year For Estimation 2024
Forecast Data Period 2025 - 2031
Market Size (2025) USD 327.49 Million
Market Size (2031) USD 705.31 Million
CAGR (2025 - 2031) 13.64 %
Market Concentration Medium

Major Players

Australia Data Center Cooling Market Major Players

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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Australia Data Center Cooling Market Analysis

The Australia Data Center Cooling Market size is estimated at USD 327.49 million in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 705.31 million by 2031, at a CAGR of 13.64% during the forecast period (2025-2031).

  • The increasing demand for cloud computing among SMEs, government regulations for local data security, and growing investment by domestic players are some of the major factors driving the demand for data centers in the country.
  • The upcoming IT load capacity of the Australian data center cooling market is expected to reach more than 2,000 MW by the end of this year. The country's construction of raised floor area is expected to increase above 10 million sq. ft by 2030.
  • The country's total number of racks to be installed is expected to reach above 5,70,000 units by 2030. Melbourne, Perth, and Sydney are expected to house the maximum number of racks by 2030. The average annual temperature observed in Australia was between 20 °C to 24 °C. DC cooling is processed in the DC facilities depending on climatic conditions.
  • There are close to 23 submarine cable systems connecting Australia, and many are under construction. In May 2024, SubCo enhanced the planned capacity of its upcoming SMAP subsea cable system in Australia. Initially unveiled in 2023, the cable is on track to go live in Q1 2026, linking major Australian cities such as Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, and Perth. Additionally, SubCo revealed a boost in the fiber capacity of the 5,000 km cable. Initially conceived as a 12-fiber pair system, SMAP is revamped to a 16-fiber pair configuration, marking a 33% surge in its overall capacity.

Australia Data Center Cooling Industry Overview

The Australian data center cooling market is moderately competitive and has gained a competitive edge in recent years. Several major players, including Stulz GmbH, Schneider Electric SE, Vertiv Group Corp., Rittal GmbH & Co. KG, and Mitsubishi Electric Hydronics & IT Cooling Systems SpA, dominate the market.

  • March 2023: STULZ, a Hamburg-based company specializing in mission-critical air conditioning, announced a significant advancement in its industry-leading CyberAir 3PRO DX series. Some units in this series are compatible with the low-global-warming-potential (GWP) refrigerant R513A. This breakthrough development underscores the company's ongoing commitment to providing the most sustainable air conditioning systems for data centers. Furthermore, STULZ expanded its product portfolio to incorporate R513A refrigerant in more of its offerings, reinforcing its dedication to eco-friendly solutions.

Australia Data Center Cooling Market Leaders

  1. Stulz GmbH

  2. Schneider Electric SE

  3. Vertiv Group Corp.

  4. Rittal GmbH & Co. KG

  5. Mitsubishi Electric Hydronics & IT Cooling Systems SpA

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
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Australia Data Center Cooling Market News

  • March 2023: Interactive, a managed service provider, unveiled its cutting-edge immersion data center cooling system, designed to enhance high-performance computing (HPC) capabilities for its clientele. In collaboration with digital infrastructure provider Vertiv, Interactive integrated green revolution cooling (GRC) tanks into its solution. These tanks employ a single-phase, non-conductive coolant that is safe for electrical components and boasts a remarkable heat transfer capacity, exceeding that of air by a factor of 1200.
  • March 2023: LiquidStack announced a significant investment from HVAC company Trane Technologies to propel immersion cooling technology to new heights. LiquidStack's proprietary liquid immersion cooling technology represents a leap in sustainable data center cooling. These immersion cooling solutions align seamlessly with the company's ambitious sustainability goals, including a commitment to reduce carbon emissions within its customer base by a staggering 1 billion tons by 2030 and the ultimate achievement of net-zero emissions by 2050. This technology also offers substantial benefits to its users, contributing to their sustainability objectives.

Australia Data Center Cooling Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
  • 1.2 Scope of the Study

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4. MARKET INSIGHTS

  • 4.1 Market Overview
  • 4.2 Key Cost Considerations for Cooling
    • 4.2.1 Analysis of the Key Cost Overheads Related to DC Operations with an Eye on DC Cooling
    • 4.2.2 Comparative Study of the Cost and Operational Considerations Related to Each Cooling Technology Based on Key Factors such as Design Complexity, PUE, Advantages, Drawbacks, and Extent of Utilization of Natural Weather Conditions
    • 4.2.3 Key Innovations and Developments in Data Center Cooling
    • 4.2.4 Key Energy Efficiency Practices Adopted in Data Centers

5. MARKET DYNAMICS

  • 5.1 Market Drivers
    • 5.1.1 Increasing Digitization in Western Australia
    • 5.1.2 Rising AI and HPC in Australia
  • 5.2 Market Challenges
    • 5.2.1 Rising Power Outages in Underdeveloped Regions and Local Government Regulations
  • 5.3 Market Opportunities
    • 5.3.1 Adoption of Green Data Centers and Rising Inclination to Renewable Resources
  • 5.4 Industry Ecosystem Analysis

6. ANALYSIS OF THE CURRENT DATA CENTER FOOTPRINT IN AUSTRALIA

  • 6.1 Analysis of IT Load Capacity and Area Footprint of Data Centers in Australia (For the Period of 2017-2030)
  • 6.2 Analysis of the Current DC Hotspots and Scope for Future Expansion in Australia
  • 6.3 Analysis of Major Data Center Contractors and Operators in Australia

7. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 7.1 By Cooling Technology
    • 7.1.1 Air-based Cooling
    • 7.1.1.1 Chiller and Economizer
    • 7.1.1.2 CRAH
    • 7.1.1.3 Cooling Tower (Covers, Direct, Indirect, and Two-stage Cooling)
    • 7.1.1.4 Other Air-based Cooling Technologies
    • 7.1.2 Liquid-based Cooling
    • 7.1.2.1 Immersion Cooling
    • 7.1.2.2 Direct-to-Chip Cooling
    • 7.1.2.3 Rear-Door Heat Exchanger
  • 7.2 By Type
    • 7.2.1 Hyperscale (Owned and Leased)
    • 7.2.2 Enterprise (On-premise)
    • 7.2.3 Colocation
  • 7.3 By End-user Industry
    • 7.3.1 IT and Telecom
    • 7.3.2 Retail and Consumer Goods
    • 7.3.3 Healthcare
    • 7.3.4 Media and Entertainment
    • 7.3.5 Federal and Institutional Agencies
    • 7.3.6 Other End-user Industries

8. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 8.1 Company Profiles
    • 8.1.1 Vertiv Co.
    • 8.1.2 Stulz GmbH
    • 8.1.3 Schneider Electric SE
    • 8.1.4 Trane Technologies Company LLC
    • 8.1.5 Rittal GmbH & Co. KG
    • 8.1.6 Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
    • 8.1.7 Johnson Controls Inc.
    • 8.1.8 Daikin Industries Limited
    • 8.1.9 Munters Group
    • 8.1.10 SRA Solutions
    • 8.1.11 ALFA LAVAL Corporate AB
  • *List Not Exhaustive
  • 8.2 Data Center Liquid-Based Cooling - Key Vendor Profiles
    • 8.2.1 Vertiv Co.
    • 8.2.2 Stulz GmbH
    • 8.2.3 Schneider Electric SE
    • 8.2.4 Rittal GmbH & Co. KG
    • 8.2.5 Asetek A/S
    • 8.2.6 Chilldyne Inc.
    • 8.2.7 LiquidCool Solutions
    • 8.2.8 CoolIT Systems Inc.
    • 8.2.9 Green Revolution Cooling
    • 8.2.10 SRA Solutions
    • 8.2.11 ALFA LAVAL Corporate AB

9. INVESTMENT ANALYSIS

10. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS

11. ABOUT US

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Australia Data Center Cooling Industry Segmentation

Data center cooling is a system that helps maintain optimal operating temperatures in data center environments. It is critical, as data center facilities house many computer servers and network equipment that generate heat during operation. Efficient cooling systems are used to dissipate this heat and prevent equipment from overheating, ensuring continued reliable operation of the data center. Methods such as air conditioning, liquid cooling, and hot/cold aisle containment are commonly used to control temperature and humidity in data centers.

The Australian data center cooling market is segmented by technology (air-based cooling [chiller and economizer, CRAH, cooling towers, and other air-based cooling technologies] and liquid-based cooling [immersion cooling, direct-to-chip cooling, and rear-door heat exchanger]), type of data center (hyperscale, enterprise, and colocation), and end-user industry (it and telecom, retail and consumer goods, healthcare, media and entertainment, federal and institutional agencies, and other end-user industries). The report offers market sizes and forecasts in terms of value (USD) for the above segments.

By Cooling Technology Air-based Cooling Chiller and Economizer
CRAH
Cooling Tower (Covers, Direct, Indirect, and Two-stage Cooling)
Other Air-based Cooling Technologies
Liquid-based Cooling Immersion Cooling
Direct-to-Chip Cooling
Rear-Door Heat Exchanger
By Type Hyperscale (Owned and Leased)
Enterprise (On-premise)
Colocation
By End-user Industry IT and Telecom
Retail and Consumer Goods
Healthcare
Media and Entertainment
Federal and Institutional Agencies
Other End-user Industries
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Australia Data Center Cooling Market Research FAQs

How big is the Australia Data Center Cooling Market?

The Australia Data Center Cooling Market size is expected to reach USD 327.49 million in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 13.64% to reach USD 705.31 million by 2031.

What is the current Australia Data Center Cooling Market size?

In 2025, the Australia Data Center Cooling Market size is expected to reach USD 327.49 million.

Who are the key players in Australia Data Center Cooling Market?

Stulz GmbH, Schneider Electric SE, Vertiv Group Corp., Rittal GmbH & Co. KG and Mitsubishi Electric Hydronics & IT Cooling Systems SpA are the major companies operating in the Australia Data Center Cooling Market.

What years does this Australia Data Center Cooling Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?

In 2024, the Australia Data Center Cooling Market size was estimated at USD 282.82 million. The report covers the Australia Data Center Cooling Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Australia Data Center Cooling Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029, 2030 and 2031.

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