Report highlights how AI-driven demand, energy constraints, and grid bottlenecks are reshaping infrastructure investment opportunities across Asia
SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 11 May 2026 – Seraya Partners, an Asia-based independent private equity fund for next-generation infrastructure investing, released its latest whitepaper, “The High Energy Convergence,” examining how accelerating AI adoption, energy market volatility, and power infrastructure constraints are reshaping the next phase of infrastructure investing across Asia-Pacific.
The report comes amid continued disruptions in global energy markets and persistent oil price volatility, with Asia emerging as one of the regions most exposed to energy security and power supply challenges. As countries diversify energy supply, localize critical infrastructure, and accelerate alternative energy strategies, the report argues that deliverable power is becoming the primary bottleneck for infrastructure growth across the region.
According to the report:
- Asia-Pacific data center capacity is projected to grow from approximately 32 GW in 2025 to 57 GW by 2030, with AI workloads expected to drive the majority of incremental demand
- Approximately US$2 trillion in energy transition investment may be required by 2030 to support rising digital and electrification demand
- Large-scale AI facilities are increasingly requiring approximately 100 MW or more of power capacity, accelerating demand for integrated digital and energy infrastructure solutions
- Grid access and interconnection timelines are increasingly determining where infrastructure can be built and scaled across Asia
“As digital infrastructure scales, the constraint is no longer just capacity, but access to deliverable power,” said James Chern. “AI-driven demand and power constraints are converging to reshape Asia’s next infrastructure cycle. This is creating a structural shift toward more integrated digital and energy infrastructure solutions across the region.”
The whitepaper highlights several themes shaping Asia’s infrastructure landscape, including:
- The growing importance of grid access, interconnection timelines, and energy security in determining where infrastructure can be developed
- The rise of integrated digital-energy infrastructure models, including data centers paired with distributed energy, battery storage, and long-term power solutions
- Increasing investment opportunities across connectivity infrastructure, subsea cables, renewable energy integration, and energy efficiency solutions
- The growing divergence between markets with sufficient infrastructure readiness and those facing structural constraints around land, power, and permitting
The report also examines how current energy market volatility is already influencing infrastructure deployment, capital allocation, and investment priorities across Asia, particularly in sectors tied to digital infrastructure, connectivity, distributed energy, and energy resilience.
The full report, “The High Energy Convergence,” is now available here.
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Seraya Partners is the first Asia-based independent private equity fund for next-generation infrastructure investing, headquartered in Singapore. With US$2.5 billion in assets under management (AUM), Seraya Partners targets control-oriented, middle-market platform investments in next-generation infrastructure, focusing on the digital infrastructure and energy transition sectors, primarily within the developed Asia-Pacific region and Southeast Asia. Seraya has offices in Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Seoul, and Tokyo. www.serayapartners.com
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- Innomotics wins several orders to provide motor and drive technology for eLNG projects, totaling a volume in the higher double-digit million EUR range
- Innomotics advances electrification of LNG production with eLNG solutions based on electric drive systems
- Significant operational, environmental, and financial benefits compared to conventional turbine-based LNG plants
- Enables decarbonization and supports global transition to sustainable energy systems
NUREMBERG, GERMANY - Newsaktuell - 11 May 2026 - Innomotics, a globally leading supplier of electric motor and large drive systems, has won several major orders for electrified LNG projects in Europe, Canada, Middle East and Australia. The total volume for all orders is in the higher double-digit million EUR range.
Innomotics powers the world's first all-electric eLNG plant in Hammerfest, Norway, for 19 years / Innomotics Innomotics is driving the transformation of LNG production with its innovative eLNG solutions. By replacing conventional gas turbine-based liquefaction processes with electrified drive systems, LNG operators can significantly increase efficiency, reduce emissions, and lower operating costs.
As global demand for cleaner energy continues to grow, LNG remains a key component of the energy mix. However, traditional LNG production is energy-intensive and associated with high greenhouse gas emissions. eLNG addresses these challenges by using electricity – including renewable energy sources such as wind, solar, and hydropower – to liquefy natural gas, enabling a more sustainable and efficient production process.
The electrification of LNG plants is a key step in reducing reliance on fossil fuels and achieving decarbonization targets. Electric drive systems from Innomotics offer system efficiencies of up to 95%, significantly exceeding the performance of conventional gas turbines. At the same time, operators benefit from reduced maintenance requirements, with systems capable of running up to five years without scheduled shutdowns, and increased plant availability of up to 99.9%.
By integrating high-voltage motors and variable speed drives across the entire LNG value chain – from compression and refrigeration to storage and gas treatment – Innomotics enables a fully electrified production process. When powered by renewable energy, eLNG solutions can eliminate direct CO₂ emissions and reduce annual emissions by up to 500,000 tons, supporting operators in meeting regulatory requirements and sustainability goals.
"Electrification is the foundation for a sustainable future of LNG production. With our eLNG solutions, we enable operators to significantly improve efficiency, reduce emissions, and enhance reliability across the entire process. This not only strengthens competitiveness but also accelerates the transition towards net-zero operations," says Michael Reichle, CEO of Innomotics.
He adds, "Operators are under increasing pressure to balance sustainability with profitability. Our electric drive systems deliver a compelling business case by lowering lifecycle costs, minimizing downtime, and ensuring maximum operational performance in demanding LNG environments."
Recently awarded eLNG Projects
Pioneering eLNG success for Hammerfest in Norway:
Hammerfest is home to the world's first all-electric LNG plant, operational since 2007. Equipped with two 65 MW refrigeration compressor drives, the facility has achieved over 15 years of successful operation with minimal maintenance and an exceptional availability rate of 99.88%. This project set a new standard for reliability and efficiency in the LNG sector, proving the long-term value of electric drive systems in demanding environments
Innovative floating LNG project in Canada:
This project represents the world's first floating all-electric LNG facility. With four complete drive train systems of 35 MW each powering the main refrigeration compressors, the plant is designed to export three million tons of eLNG per year. The project demonstrates the scalability and flexibility of Innomotics technology, delivering high performance and low emissions in a unique offshore setting
Setting the global benchmark for an LNG plant in Qatar:
This LNG plant features multiple 60 MW and 45 MW trains, each with three refrigeration compressors. As the world's LNG market leader, Qatar relies on Innomotics systems to deliver maximum availability and operational excellence. This large-scale deployment showcases our ability to support complex, high-capacity facilities with proven reliability and efficiency.
Lowest emissions through renewables at an LNG project in Canada:
The LNG plant is powered by renewable hydropower and features 50 MW LCI eLNG trains. The facility is designed to produce 2.1 million tons of LNG per year with the lowest emissions in the global LNG export industry. This reference highlights the environmental benefits of integrating electric drive technology with renewable energy sources.
Driving sustainability with carbon capture at a CCUS LNG project in Australia:
This project utilizes multiple medium voltage motors and drive systems totalling 297 MW for LNG production, combined with a carbon capture project. This installation demonstrates the compatibility of Innomotics solutions with advanced sustainability initiatives, enabling operators to reduce their carbon footprint while maintaining process efficiency
Additional eLNG materials:
Whitepaper on eLNG
Expert Video concerning electrified LNG
Reference projects and success stories
3D visualization in our virtual world: Innomotics Electrosphere
For more information, visit https://www.innomotics.com/hub/en/applications/electrified-lng
Follow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/innomotics
Hashtag: #Innomotics
The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.
NUREMBERG, GERMANY - Newsaktuell - 11 May 2026 - Innomotics, a globally leading supplier of electric motor and large drive systems, has won several major orders for electrified LNG projects in Europe, Canada, Middle East and Australia. The total volume for all orders is in the higher double-digit million EUR range.
Innomotics powers the world's first all-electric eLNG plant in Hammerfest, Norway, for 19 years / Innomotics
Innomotics is driving the transformation of LNG production with its innovative eLNG solutions. By replacing conventional gas turbine-based liquefaction processes with electrified drive systems, LNG operators can significantly increase efficiency, reduce emissions, and lower operating costs.
As global demand for cleaner energy continues to grow, LNG remains a key component of the energy mix. However, traditional LNG production is energy-intensive and associated with high greenhouse gas emissions. eLNG addresses these challenges by using electricity – including renewable energy sources such as wind, solar, and hydropower – to liquefy natural gas, enabling a more sustainable and efficient production process.
The electrification of LNG plants is a key step in reducing reliance on fossil fuels and achieving decarbonization targets. Electric drive systems from Innomotics offer system efficiencies of up to 95%, significantly exceeding the performance of conventional gas turbines. At the same time, operators benefit from reduced maintenance requirements, with systems capable of running up to five years without scheduled shutdowns, and increased plant availability of up to 99.9%.
By integrating high-voltage motors and variable speed drives across the entire LNG value chain – from compression and refrigeration to storage and gas treatment – Innomotics enables a fully electrified production process. When powered by renewable energy, eLNG solutions can eliminate direct CO₂ emissions and reduce annual emissions by up to 500,000 tons, supporting operators in meeting regulatory requirements and sustainability goals.
"Electrification is the foundation for a sustainable future of LNG production. With our eLNG solutions, we enable operators to significantly improve efficiency, reduce emissions, and enhance reliability across the entire process. This not only strengthens competitiveness but also accelerates the transition towards net-zero operations," says Michael Reichle, CEO of Innomotics.
He adds, "Operators are under increasing pressure to balance sustainability with profitability. Our electric drive systems deliver a compelling business case by lowering lifecycle costs, minimizing downtime, and ensuring maximum operational performance in demanding LNG environments."
Recently awarded eLNG Projects
Pioneering eLNG success for Hammerfest in Norway:
Hammerfest is home to the world's first all-electric LNG plant, operational since 2007. Equipped with two 65 MW refrigeration compressor drives, the facility has achieved over 15 years of successful operation with minimal maintenance and an exceptional availability rate of 99.88%. This project set a new standard for reliability and efficiency in the LNG sector, proving the long-term value of electric drive systems in demanding environments
Innovative floating LNG project in Canada:
This project represents the world's first floating all-electric LNG facility. With four complete drive train systems of 35 MW each powering the main refrigeration compressors, the plant is designed to export three million tons of eLNG per year. The project demonstrates the scalability and flexibility of Innomotics technology, delivering high performance and low emissions in a unique offshore setting
Setting the global benchmark for an LNG plant in Qatar:
This LNG plant features multiple 60 MW and 45 MW trains, each with three refrigeration compressors. As the world's LNG market leader, Qatar relies on Innomotics systems to deliver maximum availability and operational excellence. This large-scale deployment showcases our ability to support complex, high-capacity facilities with proven reliability and efficiency.
Lowest emissions through renewables at an LNG project in Canada:
The LNG plant is powered by renewable hydropower and features 50 MW LCI eLNG trains. The facility is designed to produce 2.1 million tons of LNG per year with the lowest emissions in the global LNG export industry. This reference highlights the environmental benefits of integrating electric drive technology with renewable energy sources.
Driving sustainability with carbon capture at a CCUS LNG project in Australia:
This project utilizes multiple medium voltage motors and drive systems totalling 297 MW for LNG production, combined with a carbon capture project. This installation demonstrates the compatibility of Innomotics solutions with advanced sustainability initiatives, enabling operators to reduce their carbon footprint while maintaining process efficiency
Additional eLNG materials:
Whitepaper on eLNG
Expert Video concerning electrified LNG
Reference projects and success stories
3D visualization in our virtual world: Innomotics Electrosphere
For more information, visit https://www.innomotics.com/hub/en/applications/electrified-lng
Follow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/innomotics
Hashtag: #Innomotics
The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.
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