Toshiba plans to double HDD production for AI data centers by FY2027
Toshiba has announced plans to double the production capacity of hard‑disk drives (HDDs) used in artificial intelligence data centers by the end of fiscal year 2027. The company aims to raise its share of storage capacity for AI workloads to 30%, up from roughly 10% at the 2025 level.
Key points
- toshiba aims to double hdd production capacity by fy2027
- target share 30% of ai data center storage, up from ~10%
- baseline capacity set in 2025, details not disclosed
The move reflects the growing demand for large‑scale storage in AI applications, where high‑capacity HDDs remain a cost‑effective option compared to newer solid‑state solutions. Toshiba’s statement does not specify the exact capacity figures or the timeline for incremental increases, but it signals a significant scaling effort.
The announcement comes as AI firms expand data center footprints worldwide, and it could help mitigate potential supply bottlenecks in the HDD market. However, the company has not yet provided detailed production targets or cost implications for customers.
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