Malaysia's Data Center Framework: Unlocking the Future of Digital Infrastructure As Malaysia accelerates its digital transformation, a powerful new strategy is taking shape—one that places data centers at the heart of economic growth and urban development. With the Ministry of Digital spearheading a dedicated Data Centre Task Force (DCTF), the country is laying the groundwork for a well-coordinated...
Malaysia Steps Into the AI Spotlight with RM10B Green Data Center Investment Malaysia has taken a bold step towards becoming Southeast Asia’s leading hub for artificial intelligence with the signing of a landmark partnership between global tech giant NVIDIA and YTL Power International Bhd. Backed by an ambitious RM10 billion investment, this initiative places Malaysia firmly on the global map as an...
RM15 Billion Green Islamic Financing Secured for DayOne’s Data Centres in Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone In a major boost to Malaysia’s digital economy and cross-border connectivity with Singapore, Singapore-based DayOne has secured RM15 billion in multi-currency financing for the development of its anchor data centre facilities within the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ). The...
Gamuda Bhd: A Strategic Move into the Data Centre Sector Gamuda Bhd (KL:GAMUDA) has taken a significant step forward in its data centre strategy by securing a deal with Google-linked Pearl Computing Malaysia Sdn Bhd. This development has strengthened analysts' confidence in Gamuda's ability to win upcoming data centre projects, despite global tensions and AI policy shifts in the US. Key...
Eco World Development Group Bhd (EcoWorld Malaysia) has further solidified Johor’s reputation as a prime industrial and data centre hub by selling 138.5 acres of land within its Eco Business Park I to Microsoft Payments (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd for RM693.96 million in cash. This strategic transaction follows EcoWorld’s previous RM402.3 million sale of 123.1 acres in Eco Business Park VI, also to Microsoft,...
Competitive Pressures in Johor's Data Centre Sector The Malaysian data centre market, especially in key hubs like Johor, is experiencing intense competition, potentially sidelining smaller players with limited resources. According to BMI, a unit of Fitch Group, financial capabilities are crucial for success as larger players consolidate their presence in favourable locations. Johor: Malaysia's...
Maxland Bhd Secures Land for Data Centre in Kulim High-Tech Park Maxland Bhd (KL:MAXLAND) is set to establish its footprint in the burgeoning data centre industry with the recent signing of a 60-year land lease agreement in the Kulim High-Tech Park (KHTP), Kedah. This strategic move aligns with Maxland’s focus on capitalising on the region's digital transformation and growing demand for cloud...
NTT Data Group’s Ambitious Data Centre Campus in Johor Bahru NTT Data Group, a global leader in business and technology services, has announced its latest venture: the acquisition of a 27.72-hectare parcel of land in Gelang Patah, Johor Bahru. This site will house one of the largest data centre campuses in the Asia-Pacific region, underscoring NTT Data’s commitment to expanding its footprint in...
Binastra Corp Secures RM256.45 Million Data Centre Fit-Out Contract in Bukit Jalil Binastra Corp Bhd (KL) has secured a RM256.45 million contract for mechanical and electrical (M&E) fit-out works at a data centre along Jalan Jalil Perkasa, Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur. This new job, awarded by Exsim Jalil Link Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of the Exsim Group, marks another milestone for Binastra as it expands...
Sunway Construction Group Bhd (KL) has further strengthened its project portfolio with the awarding of an additional RM347 million contract for tenant improvement works (TIWs) at the Sedenak Tech Park (STeP) data centre project in Johor. This strategic move, confirmed through SunCon’s bourse filing on Wednesday, signifies the project's elevated value, now reaching a cumulative RM3.5 billion from the...
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