Commenting on the landmark investment, Henna Virkkunen, Executive Vice-President for Tech Sovereignty, Security and Democracy, said: “The opening of the AI Gigafactories call represents a milestone in our AI Continent ambitions. “Access to the raw scale of computing power within AI Gigafactories is a strategic necessity for Europe as AI development accelerates. AI Gigafactories to strengthen Europe’s AI infrastructureThe new AI Gigafactories will combine advanced AI processors with cloud technology, high-performance software stacks, high-speed connectivity and energy-efficient data centres. Two-phase funding programmeThe procurement programme will support up to seven AI Gigafactories through two funding lots and two development phases. Construction is scheduled to begin during 2027, while the selected AI Gigafactories are expected to become operational within 18 months of contract signature.