SYNOPSIS

A data center is a critical facility that houses applications and data essential to modern businesses. Engineers play a key role in ensuring efficient operation, focusing on physical infrastructure, power and cooling systems, security, and maintenance. Key components include servers, storage systems, networking equipment, and backup power systems. Understanding data center architecture, cloud integration, and performance monitoring is crucial. Data centers vary in type—enterprise, colocation, and cloud-based - each with specific design and operational needs. Engineers contribute by optimizing efficiency, scalability, and security across these environments.


BIODATA OF SPEAKERS

1) Ir. Ts. Maxx Wong Meng Fai

Ir. Ts. Maxx has extensive experience in the Data Centre and engineering industry. His responsibility is to manage the planning, design, construction and commissioning of DC facilities in APAC region, including, collaboration with hyperscale players, design partners and contractors. He works closely with commercial team and management executives on technical and solutions matters based on code, compliance, cost, and constructability.

One of his DC projects in Singapore has been shortlisted as finalist of DCD Award APAC 2019 and published as successful use case of large-scale prefabricated MEP module adoption by Singapore BCA. One of his DC projects in Malaysia has been awarded as 2024 Best Project in Southeast Asia by W-Media. As passionate about engineering and technology, he constantly engages with industry players and attends industry events, such as conference, seminar, and webinar, as panelist /speaker sharing his knowledge and perspectives and exchanging ideas / views with industry players.


2) Son Yee Kok

Son Ye Kok is a mechanical specialist with extensive expertise in data center cooling packages, HVAC+R systems, and critical mechanical infrastructure. With a career that includes roles in data centers, major oil and gas projects, offshore facilities, and chemical processing plants, he brings a versatile skill set to complex industrial environments. Currently serving as a Commissioning Manager at Turner, Son oversees commissioning works, ensuring the efficient and smooth execution of mechanical and HVAC systems. Throughout his career, he has accumulated significant experience in the data center industry, overseeing the commissioning of critical systems and ensuring the seamless integration of complex mechanical and electrical infrastructure. His deep understanding of the unique challenges within the data center sector has made him a sought-after expert.


3) Poh Seng Lee

Prof PS Lee obtained his BEng (1st Class Honors) and MEng from the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the National University of Singapore and was a Senior Tutor with the same department from 1999 to 2001. He then proceeded to obtain his PhD degree from the School of Mechanical Engineering, Purdue University, West Lafayette, USA in 2007.His current research interests include microfluidics and microscale heat transfer, high performance thermal management techniques (in particular microchannel single- and two-phase cooling) and hybrid solar energy harvesting systems. His work were published in top international journals and widely cited. One of his papers won the International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer Most Cited Papers Award for 2005-2008.


4) Stephen Ewe

Stephen Ewe is an experienced Data Centre business implementer specializing in business strategy formulation, operational sustainability, and strategy delivery. As the Assistant General Manager of Data Centre Services at TM ONE, he has played a pivotal role in expanding Telekom Malaysia's data centre capabilities to support the nation's digital economy. Stephen actively engages in industry events and discussions, contributing to the advancement of Data Centre technologies and sustainable practices.


5) Ts. Johnathan Yau

A leading the East Asia region for Digital Energy division in providing Building & Energy Management System solution focusing on Data Centre that includes Enterprise Data Centre & AI Data Centre application.

His field of expertise include designing and implementing Smart Building Management system and Energy Efficiency System for various segment that’s inline with the vision of digitization, digital transformation and sustainable. His experience as segment solution specialist to lead Schneider Electric in deployment of EcoStruxure™ Building platform, consultative engagement with consultants and end users. In the past, he has done several seminar jointly organized with IEM to provide sharing session and technical seminar for consultants and engineers in Malaysia on various topic including Digital Transformation, Building of the Future and Sustainable Building. He also provides consultancy to end user and provide training and technology update to consultant regarding Building Management System and Energy Efficiency System.


6) Jay Wang

Jay Wang is an experienced CFD Specialist and Data Center Cooling Consultant with over a decade in HVAC and mechanical systems engineering. Currently the Managing Director at Megagenix Pte Ltd, he specializes in fluid dynamics simulations, system optimization, and technical leadership. His career spans prominent roles at AIRSYS Singapore, SSMC, and Micron Semiconductor, where he led projects in data center cooling, cleanroom systems, and energy efficiency. Jay holds a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from NUS, along with multiple industry certifications including CDCP, CDCS, and Green Mark Manager.


7) Dedi Iskandar

Dedi Iskandar is a seasoned professional in the data center and digital infrastructure sector, currently serving as the APAC Regional Director at datacenterHawk. Prior to this role, he was the Head of Data Center Solutions, Advisory & Transaction Services, Asia Pacific at CBRE, where he led a team focusing on developing growth strategies for clients including enterprises, operators, hyperscalers, and service providers. Dedi has been an active participant in industry events, sharing insights on data center investment trends and the evolving landscape of the sector. His expertise encompasses strategic planning, market analysis, and fostering growth within the data center industry across the Asia-Pacific region.