Tecto Data Centers, backed by funds from BTG Pactual, has announced plans to invest $2 billion by 2028 to expand its footprint in Brazil, including the construction of five new data centers. The move aligns with Brazil’s broader ambition to position itself as a global hub for large-scale data infrastructure, supported by its abundant renewable energy and water resources. The expansion also reflects growing interest from international tech firms looking to establish a stronger presence in Latin America.
According to Tecto’s Chief Revenue Officer Tito Costa, government incentives such as the proposed Redata tax program would be beneficial but are not critical to the company’s plans. Instead, Tecto is focusing on underserved regions, aiming to decentralize access to high-quality data services that are currently concentrated in major cities like São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. This strategy is expected to unlock new opportunities across the country.
As part of the expansion, Tecto plans to build a 20-megawatt data center in Porto Alegre and a larger 200-megawatt facility in Santana do Parnaíba, within the São Paulo metropolitan region. These projects will complement its existing portfolio of seven operational data centers across Brazil and Colombia. The investment follows Tecto’s recent split from telecom infrastructure firm V.Tal, marking a new phase of independent growth for the company.
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