The rapid proliferation of generative AI has significantly increased the energy consumption of data centers, becoming a global social challenge. In Europe, this situation has driven greater demand for infrastructures capable of reconciling performance, energy efficiency and data sovereignty.
Specifically, many organizations now operate AI models continuously in production environments and require predictable performance, controlled operating costs, and a smaller environmental footprint. CPU-based architectures are particularly well suited to these requirements, offering stable performance, efficient power usage, and easy integration into existing environments.
In this context, Fujitsu and Scaleway have announced a strategic collaboration aimed at creating a sustainable artificial intelligence use environment that also guarantees data sovereignty. Combining Fujitsu’s advanced experience in processor development with Scaleway’s capabilities in European cloud infrastructures, along with the solutions offered by the European public cloud provider for AI developers, will allow both companies to evaluate new ways to support the efficient, responsible and secure deployment of AI at scale.
Strategic collaboration
The collaboration, which began on November 27 with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), will allow Fujitsu to contribute its FUJITSU-MONAKA CPU platform, based on Arm, high performance and energy efficiency, along with its development capabilities, while Scaleway will contribute with its experience in cloud infrastructures.
As part of this collaboration, Fujitsu and Scaleway will explore a new CPU-based option for AI inference processing aimed at AI developers and enterprises in the European market, as a complement to traditional GPU-centric configurations.
Both companies will carry out joint testing and validation to create optimal infrastructure environments, tailored to specific workloads. This will allow customers to select the most appropriate platform based on the characteristics of their AI workloads and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), as well as help address societal challenges such as increasing AI energy consumption and supply chain risks.
Through this collaboration, Fujitsu and Scaleway will contribute to the healthy development of the digital society in Europe by offering an energy-efficient CPU-based alternative alongside powerful GPU platforms, thereby supporting customers’ business growth and Green Transformation (GX).
Naoki Shinjo, SVP and Head of Advanced Technology Development Unit at Fujitsu Limited, comments: “As the evolution of AI accelerates at an unprecedented pace, its energy consumption has become a critical global challenge. The need for optimal and flexible infrastructures capable of managing diverse workloads remains an urgent task. Our alliance with Scaleway is set to transform this scenario. By combining our cutting-edge technologies and deep expertise, we will create a truly energy-efficient CPU-based computing platform. “It is not just about optimizing the Total Cost of Ownership of our clients and driving their business growth, but about taking a decisive step to accelerate Europe’s green transformation and build a sustainable future for all.”
For his part, Yann-Guirec Manac’h, Head of Hardware R&D at Scaleway, says: “At Scaleway, our commitment to delivering unparalleled energy efficiency in the cloud is at the center of everything we do, driving us to continuously innovate for a sustainable digital future. We are proud to announce our collaboration with Fujitsu, a partnership that will allow us to open new possibilities in efficient, responsible and continuous AI innovation. By integrating the FUJITSU-MONAKA CPU into our infrastructure, “We aim to strengthen our offering and empower our clients with next-generation AI solutions. This collaboration not only strengthens our ability to respond to changing market demands, but also guarantees our clients access to the most advanced, sustainable and high-performance AI technologies, tailored to their specific needs.”
Accelerating data sovereignty in Europe
Fujitsu, with its advanced computing technologies, is developing the FUJITSU-MONAKA processor, which incorporates cutting-edge technologies developed within the framework of its supercomputing activities. Based on cutting-edge 2-nanometer technology and incorporating proprietary solutions such as a microarchitecture optimized for advanced 3D packaging and ultra-low voltage circuit operation, it is designed to deliver both high performance and power efficiency in a wide range of computing applications, including enterprise AI.
Both companies will carry out joint testing and validation to create optimal infrastructure environments, tailored to specific workloads
In line with its goal of providing organizations – from innovative startups to large enterprises – with infrastructure that meets their operational and strategic requirements, Scaleway offers a wide range of cloud services, from its AI Factory with powerful GPUs to highly efficient computing infrastructures, in order to provide the most appropriate architecture for each use case, while maintaining complete transparency in terms of performance, costs and environmental impact.
Based on their ongoing discussions to define key use cases, both companies will initiate this joint Proof of Concept (PoC) during the second half of 2026. Based on the results, the parties consider launching and providing pilot environments for customers starting in 2027. Looking ahead, Fujitsu and Scaleway will explore the commercialization of new CPU-based AI inference services optimized for the European market.
