Johor approves 42 data centre projects in Q2 2025
The announcement was made by Johor Housing and Local Government Committee chairman Datuk Mohd Jafni Md Shukor, who highlighted the state's role in advancing the Johor-Singapore Economic Zone and Johor Digital Plan.
The Johor Data Centre Development Taskforce, co-chaired by Mohamad Fazli Mohamad Salleh and Lee Ting Han, reviewed seven additional applications for data centre projects in Greater Johor Bahru.
The task force, coordinated by PLANMalaysia, ensures a structured approach involving key technical agencies.
Mohd Jafni emphasised that data centres will be strategically located in industrial zones like Ibrahim Technopolis (IBTEC), Sedenak, and Pasir Gudang.
These areas offer critical infrastructure, including major highways, high-capacity power grids, and proximity to ports and airports.
A total of 7,618 acres of industrial land have been allocated for such developments, with IBTEC alone dedicating 600 acres.
To prevent land use conflicts, new approvals within Johor Bahru City Council and Iskandar Puteri City Council areas will be limited.
The approval process is stringent, requiring compliance with noise control, architectural standards, and environmental risk management.
Johor is also pioneering Tier 4 data centre technology, the highest standard for reliability, featuring air-cooling and wastewater recycling systems developed with Indah Water Konsortium and Johor Special Water. – Bernama
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Malay Mail
11 hours ago
- Malay Mail
Four decades, one mission: Johor couple keeps Malaysia close to tourists' hearts
BATU PAHAT, Aug 6 — In a corner of the Arena Warna complex in Ayer Hitam — a popular spot for traditional handicrafts and snacks — an elderly couple can be seen diligently serving customers at their souvenir shop. With warm and welcoming smiles, 70-year-old Wang Ah Hie and his 69-year-old wife Karen Lim proudly display a range of locally themed merchandise, including T-shirts bearing the words 'Malaysia', 'Johor' and 'Ayer Hitam'. For the couple, these items are more than just products for sale — they are a symbol of their love and devotion to the country. 'When tourists return to their home countries, they take a piece of Malaysia with them. This is our small way of introducing the country to visitors and fostering a sense of patriotism among locals,' he told Bernama at his shop. The couple began modestly by selling handmade crafts by others — including pottery, vases, fridge magnets and T-shirts — by the roadside in Ayer Hitam in 1980. In 2000, they took a step forward by launching their own products under the 'Kampungku' brand. — Picture from X/Bernama The couple began modestly by selling handmade crafts by others — including pottery, vases, fridge magnets and T-shirts — by the roadside in Ayer Hitam in 1980. In 2000, they took a step forward by launching their own products under the 'Kampungku' brand. What makes their business even more unique is that most of the designs for their T-shirts, mugs, jackets, tote bags and caps are created by their eldest son, Wang Sin Ee, 45. Sin Ee said they opened a branch at Senai International Airport in 2015, aiming to attract foreign tourists seeking to take home a memento of Malaysia. 'We want tourists not just to buy our products as souvenirs, but also to feel proud when wearing something that says 'Malaysia'. Patriotism isn't just for locals — it can be shared with others too,' he said. What makes their business even more unique is that most of the designs for their T-shirts, mugs, jackets, tote bags and caps are created by their eldest son, Wang Sin Ee, 45. — Picture from X/Bernama According to him, the distinctive designs of Kampungku's T-shirts have drawn strong interest from tourists from Singapore, Indonesia, Vietnam, China, Japan, South Korea, and Middle Eastern countries. 'We come up with more than 20 T-shirt designs every year due to strong demand. We make sure every design reflects elements of Malaysia — from the colours to the lettering. That's what makes them stand out,' he said. Meanwhile, Yong Peng District Council secretary Muhamad Sharul Azmi Md Kamil described the family's efforts as extraordinary in promoting national identity through small-scale entrepreneurship. 'Imagine, for over four decades they have tirelessly promoted the names Malaysia, Johor, and Ayer Hitam to foreign tourists. This is a remarkable example of ordinary citizens helping to elevate the country's image on the global stage,' he said. — Bernama
The Star
a day ago
- The Star
Electric Train Service to JB Sentral on schedule
JOHOR BARU: KTM Bhd's Electric Train Service (ETS) alignment work progress to JB Sentral here is on schedule, the state government revealed. State works, transportation, infrastructure and communication committee chairman Mohamad Fazli Mohamad Salleh said there is no delay in work being carried out along the alignment from Segamat to Johor Baru. 'Work on the ETS is on schedule based on the timeline given. In fact, testing for the ETS service to Kluang will start on Thursday. 'If all goes well, the ETS service between Segamat and Kluang can start by Aug 15,' he said when contacted yesterday. Mohamad Fazli said if the work progress kept to the timeline, the ETS service to Johor Baru would start by the year's end. He said that, according to the schedule, the work on the alignment at JB Sentral is anticipated to be finished by November, after which testing would commence. 'Once everything gets the nod, we are looking at December for the ETS service to start its operations to JB Sentral,' he added. Sunday Star reported that those hoping to ride the ETS to Johor Baru will have to wait until the end of the year, if not next year. Checks along the 180km alignment from Segamat to JB Sentral recently showed that significant electrification and signalling works were incomplete, especially along the 100km stretch between Kluang and JB Sentral. At the section near Johor Baru, the catenary system is still undone, with contact wires and other critical components of the overhead line equipment (Ohle) yet to be installed. Ohle is the system of overhead wires and supporting structures that supply electricity to power electric trains, and it is a critical part of railway electrification. The 192km stretch from Gemas to Johor Baru was touted to be ready for service by August, with Transport Minister Anthony Loke also saying so earlier this year. However, there has been no update since the short stretch between Gemas and Segamat began ETS operations on March 15. On another matter, Mohamad Fazli said the state government has sent its proposed second Rapid Transit System link to connect Iskandar Puteri and Tuas in Singapore to the Federal Government.
The Star
2 days ago
- The Star
JS-SEZ still poised for growth amid 19% tariff challenges
JOHOR BARU: The 19% revised tariff rate imposed by the United States on Malaysia will not deter the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) from attracting investments. State investment, trade, consumer affairs and human resources committee chairman Lee Ting Han said the revised tariff rate has put Malaysia on equal grounds to other regional countries, such as Thailand, Cambodia, Indonesia and the Philippines. 'Generally, the 19% revised tariff rate is not that bad for our country, as most neighbouring countries have similar tariff rates, with some even higher than ours. The JS-SEZ is still in a good position to get more investors, especially foreign direct investments. 'Overall, it is still a delicate situation as we are adapting to the new rate, but with the close cooperation between Johor and the federal governments, we will continue to make the JS-SEZ grow,' he said when contacted. Lee said some sectors in Johor would be affected by the revised US tariff rate on Malaysian products, like furniture and rubber. He said the tariff rate would see prices of such products increase in the American market, with consumers there having to pay more. 'But there are several sectors that have been exempted from the US tariff. It includes semiconductors, electrical and electronic goods that support semiconductors, and data centres, which are service providers. These three sectors are growing in Johor and it will continue to grow for investors coming into the JS-SEZ,' he added. Lee said the state government would continue to focus on these three sectors, especially data centres and semiconductors. 'The other good news for the JS-SEZ is that Singapore has a much lower US tariff rate for its sectors, such as pharmaceutical products. 'We are looking at how we can complement each other and drive the JS-SEZ as the region's engine of growth,' he said. Meanwhile, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia's Faculty Management associate professor Dr L. Nanthakumar said the revised tariff rate should not be a major concern for both the state and federal governments to boost the JS-SEZ. 'What the government can do is to help investors within the JS-SEZ by introducing tax incentives to help them cushion the impact of the new tariff rate. 'A tax incentive can help lower our production cost to the American market while maintaining its quality and make it more affordable to consumers there,' he said. 'This will help ensure that our products are still in demand.'
