SYD2 Sydney North
Where the cloud meets the ground in Sydney’s North.
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About AirTrunk SYD2
AirTrunk has been part of Lane Cove West’s established industrial and business precinct since 2019, when we announced plans for SYD2. The campus opened in 2021 and continues to develop in stages.
SYD2 is AirTrunk’s operating data centre campus at 1 Sirius Road, Lane Cove West. At full build-out, SYD2 is designed to provide more than 180 megawatts of capacity across multiple buildings and 24 data halls.
It is a cloud data centre. It houses the servers and supporting power, cooling and network systems that help make everyday digital services possible – from online banking and messaging to streaming content, joining a Teams call, and accessing government services. Find out more in our guide to data centres.
WHAT IS HAPPENING AT THE SYD2 SITE AT LANE COVE WEST?
Construction is continuing as we work towards the approved full build-out of the SYD2 campus in Lane Cove West which includes the development at Apollo Place.
You can view SYD2’s formal development records on the NSW Planning Portal along with the following project updates:
What is the Apollo Place development?
The Apollo Place data centre development, located adjacent to SYD2, is part of SYD2’s approved development (Phase 5). Once complete, the two developments will form an integrated data centre campus, further strengthening the precinct’s role in delivering the essential digital infrastructure relied on by businesses, governments and communities.
You can view the project’s formal records on the NSW Planning Portal and via the following project updates:
Frequently asked questions
The latest modification proposal revises the layout of equipment and services supporting the development. The proposed changes will reduce the building’s gross floor area by around 24 per cent thereby reducing the size of supporting structures all within the existing DA approval.
Project plans generally evolve as planning, design, customer and engineering requirements develop. We will update this page if there are further material updates to AirTrunk’s plans.
No. AirTrunk’s current development activity in Lane Cove is focused on completing the build-out of SYD2 and the approved adjacent Apollo Place development. We have no plans for any additional data centre developments in Lane Cove beyond these projects.
SYD2 is designed to use energy efficiently while providing a reliable electricity supply for its 24/7 operations. It has a diverse 132 kV high-voltage power feed and a design low Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) of 1.15. PUE compares a facility’s total energy use with the energy used by its IT equipment; at 1.15, the design allocates 0.15 units to supporting systems for every unit used by IT equipment.
The cooling design includes high-temperature air-cooled chillers, free-cooling technology and fan-wall units. The highly efficient cooling solution leverages real-time weather data analysis. These features can reduce cooling equipment energy use by 20%.
Across our portfolio, we continue to improve energy efficiency and are working with customers and energy partners towards matching 100% of electricity use at our sites with renewable energy by 2030. Learn more about SYD2 and AirTrunk’s clean energy approach.
Water management is part of how AirTrunk designs and operates its data centres. Across our portfolio, we aim to minimise water withdrawals, improve water efficiency and use recycled or alternative water sources where available, taking local conditions into account. We also consider the relationship between water and energy use when selecting cooling systems.
Water use at SYD2 varies with operating conditions. The site uses an efficient cooling design, including high-temperature air-cooled chillers using free-cooling technology, alongside fan-wall units that enable water-side economisation. These innovations can reduce cooling equipment energy consumption by 20%.
Our FY26 Sustainability Report explains our broader work on water efficiency, reducing withdrawals and building water resilience.
Because we operate critical infrastructure, SYD2 operates around the clock, and equipment such as chillers, fans, transformers and backup generators can produce sound. Noise assessments for SYD2 considered operating equipment during the day, evening and night, as well as generator testing.
We take noise concerns seriously. If you hear noise from the site, please contact us with the location, date and time, and a description of what you heard so we can direct your concern to the appropriate team for investigation and follow-up.
The SYD2 data centre supports up to 100 ongoing operational roles. Construction also creates jobs, with numbers varying as work progresses and many roles delivered through our construction partners.
AirTrunk’s headquarters is located in North Sydney, around five kilometres from SYD2. Many of our team members live in Lane Cove and surrounding suburbs.
How is AirTrunk supporting local communities in and around Lane Cove and wider Sydney?
We believe investment in digital infrastructure should also create lasting value for the communities around us. In Lane Cove, that means supporting local students and helping care for the natural places that make the area special.
Through long-term partnerships across Sydney, and the country, we also support opportunities in STEM education, digital inclusion, biodiversity and conservation, sustainable innovation, and disaster resilience.
Making a difference in Lane Cove
AirTrunk contributed to new STEM classrooms at Lane Cove West Public School, which opened in 2025. The spaces give students the chance to explore science, technology, engineering and mathematics through hands-on activities and equipment such as programmable robots, LEGO robotics kits, 3D printers and virtual reality tools.
Our long-standing partnership with the Foundation for National Parks & Wildlife supports conservation and habitat regeneration around the Lane Cove River and in Lane Cove National Park. Activities include removing invasive weeds, restoring habitat corridors and supporting native biodiversity.
AirTrunk team members have volunteered in the area, helping plant hundreds of seedlings. Planting, weeding and bush regeneration activities continue to support healthier habitats for local wildlife and the community.
Through our partnership with the GWS GIANTS, students can explore STEM through the world of sport. The program aims to spark curiosity, build leadership skills and introduce students to the range of careers available in science, technology and innovation. Lane Cove schools are invited to take part.
Creating opportunities across Greater Sydney and Australia
Our wider partnerships support students, communities and the environment across the region and nationally. Some programs also offer opportunities for Lane Cove schools and students.
We support Greening Australia’s ReWilding Sydney project in Western Sydney, which aims to restore up to one hectare of bushland with native plants. The project helps strengthen connections between bushland areas, support biodiversity and create places for nature-based recreation and community connection.
Through WildSeek, we support Landcare’s use of drones, artificial intelligence and community-led action to detect invasive weeds across Sydney. Earlier detection helps land managers respond sooner, building local capability and supporting healthier landscapes and biodiversity.
The Orbispace Initiative helps young women build pathways into STEM. Through hands-on learning, mentoring and career exploration, students can develop their skills and learn about opportunities to become future innovators, entrepreneurs and leaders.
ABCN’s STEM career pathways program supports Year 12 students from low-income and culturally diverse backgrounds in Western Sydney as they prepare to move from high school into university.
We support scholarships that help talented students from underrepresented communities access and succeed in higher education, including STEM-related study and career pathways.
We support Tech Futures Australia to build AI literacy in Australian schools. The program equips teachers and students to understand, use and create AI safely and responsibly.
Through Good Things Foundation, we help expand digital and AI skills for refugee and migrant women. Culturally safe, community-led learning builds confidence and supports women to participate in the digital world.
We support Rural Aid’s work to strengthen the resilience of rural and regional communities. Its sustainable water infrastructure projects help support long-term environmental and community wellbeing.
PowerWells repurposes end-of-life electric vehicle batteries to create community energy systems for First Nations communities. Alongside access to clean energy, the partnership supports STEM education, training and employment opportunities.
Our support for the Australian Red Cross helps strengthen disaster preparedness, response and recovery. This work helps communities prepare for emergencies and recover when crises occur.
Key features
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Location
Located in Sydney’s North and easily accessible to the CBD
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Capacity
A hyperscale campus with multiple diverse buildings and a total capacity of 180+MW
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Size
Set on 4.2ha, with 29,000m2 of technical data hall area, 4,000m2 of office and storage area and 24 data halls
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Carrier Neutral
Carrier neutral with multiple entry paths
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Power
132kV diverse high voltage power feed
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Efficiency
Design PUE of 1.15
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Reliability
100% availability backed by industry leading SLAs
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Speed
Quick deployment to meet demand
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Certifications
Designed for highest security and quality: Australian Government Certified Strategic hosting provider, SCEC Zone 3 or higher. Scope available upon request.
Project Progress
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Commencement of Site Infrastructure
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Completion of Site Infrastructure
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Shell A completion
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Commencement of Shell B
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Completion of Shell B and commencement of Shell D
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Completion of Shell D
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Current site with Shell C under construction
TAKE A VIRTUAL TOUR OF SYD2
See where the cloud meets the ground in Sydney’s North.
WATCH THE LAUNCH VIDEO
AirTrunk SYD2 opens in Sydney’s North.
Do you have a question, feedback or a complaint?
We know trust is built through listening, clear information and follow-through. AirTrunk intends to be a long-term neighbour in Lane Cove and will continue to engage with residents as SYD2 and its development progresses.
Please email SYD2Community@airtrunk.com or call (02) 9953 4780. Please include the location, date and time, a description of the issue and your preferred contact details. This helps us direct the issue to the right team and respond.