AVAIO Digital Partners has started site work on the $6 billion Taurus Data Center Campus in Brandon, Mississippi, an AI-ready development designed to anchor the Southeast’s growing role in cloud and artificial intelligence infrastructure. The 329-acre campus is planned as a multi-phased project, with its first facilities being online in the first half of 2027.
A Landmark Project for Mississippi
The Taurus campus will anchor the region’s growing status in the digital economy. Its first phase will deliver more than 600,000 square feet of purpose-built data center space, with 116 megawatts of power capacity. Later phases will masterplan the campus into a large-scale facility for hyperscale, cloud, and AI customers.
Mississippi-based Yates Construction, with national expertise in complex infrastructure projects, has been selected as the general contractor. By naming a local leader, AVAIO Digital reaffirms its commitment to strengthening Mississippi workers, businesses, and long-term economic growth. Thousands of skilled professionals and tradespersons will be engaged throughout the multi-year construction.
Responsible and Resilient Design
Sustainability is a guiding principle of the Taurus campus. The team is conducting grading and land clearing with environmental mitigation strategies in place, and plans irrigation improvements to boost resiliency. Water-conserving systems, rainwater harvesting, and natural landscape buffers will be part of the development, ensuring that the project is addressing growth needs while being a good steward of the environment.
A Commitment to Community
“Breaking ground in Brandon represents a huge milestone, and we’re excited to invest in Mississippi,” AVAIO Digital CEO Mark McComiskey stated. “State and local business and government officials have engaged with us and provided support from the very beginning, helping us realize our vision of building world-class, 21st-century infrastructure in Mississippi. We feel honored to work together on an effort that will bring long-term dividends to the community.”
Looking Ahead
Once operational, the Taurus Data Center Hub will strengthen Mississippi’s position in the technology sector, bringing advanced digital infrastructure to the Southeast while generating jobs and opportunities for local communities. With construction underway and partnerships in place, the development is positioned to become a flagship campus in the next wave of cloud and AI-driven growth.
Taurus Data Center Campus in Mississippi- Project Factsheet
Project Overview
Developer: AVAIO Digital Partners
Location: Brandon, Mississippi
Total Investment: $6 billion
Campus Size: 329 acres
Project Status: Site work commenced
Expected Operational: First half of 2027 (Phase 1)
Phase 1 Specifications
Facility Size: 600,000+ square feet of purpose-built data center space
Power Capacity: 116 megawatts
Target Markets: Hyperscale, cloud, and AI customers
Development Structure: Multi-phase expansion planned
Key Partners & Contractors
General Contractor: Yates Construction (Mississippi-based)
Workforce: Thousands of tradespeople and skilled professionals expected
Local Focus: Commitment to Mississippi workers and businesses
Sustainability Features
Environmental impact reduction during land clearing
Water-efficient systems and rainwater recapture
Natural landscape buffers
Irrigation improvements for enhanced resiliency
Responsible site preparation practices
Economic Impact
Positions Mississippi as a Southeast technology hub
Generates jobs and community opportunities
Supports long-term regional economic growth
Strengthens state’s digital infrastructure capabilities
