ByteDance considers expanding its data center project in Brazil

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  ByteDance is considering a second phase of its data center project at Brazil’s Port of Pecém.

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  The proposed expansion would be larger than the 300-megawatt project already under construction.

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  The company is looking for developers to build the proposed second phase, according to Bloomberg, which cited people familiar with the matter.

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  ByteDance has also held preliminary talks about a separate facility outside the port to serve Brazilian customers.

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  The port project can qualify for tax incentives by serving customers abroad.

Who

ByteDance is considering expanding its data center project.

What

It is weighing a second phase at the Port of Pecém and has discussed a separate facility outside the port.

When

The report was published on November 9, 2026.

Where

The Port of Pecém in Ceará state, northeastern Brazil; a separate facility under discussion would be outside the port.

Why

The separate facility would serve Brazilian customers. The port project can qualify for tax incentives by serving customers abroad.

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