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Malaysian Reserve
2 days ago
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Johor leads data centre investment, 42 projects worth RM164.45b approved as of 2Q
JOHOR BAHRU — Johor has emerged as the nation's leading data centre investment hub with 42 projects worth RM164.45 billion approved as of the second quarter (2Q) this year. Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi said these projects are expected to create over 6,000 quality job opportunities and contribute 78.6 per cent of the country's operational IT capacity. He also stated that Johor is targeting to house six per cent of Malaysia's data centre capacity by the year 2030. 'In line with this development, the state government aspires to position Johor as a leader in artificial intelligence (AI) and the nation's digital economy. This will be achieved through the integration of smart technologies in public services, enhancing the competitiveness of industries, and building an inclusive and sustainable digital ecosystem so that the benefits of technology can be enjoyed by all levels of society,' he said in a Facebook post. He added that the combination of large-scale data centre infrastructure, advances in AI technology, and progressive government policies will further position Johor as a potential regional digital innovation hub. 'This initiative will not only drive economic growth but also improve the quality of life for the people of Johor through high-skilled job opportunities, the development of new industries, and smart solutions to everyday challenges,' he said. In the same post, Onn Hafiz also shared that he met with Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo to discuss the direction of the state's digital development at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) in Kuala Lumpur today. He said the meeting served as an important platform to strengthen Johor's role in the Data Centre Task Force (DCTF) and ensure that data centre development is carried out comprehensively, sustainably, and with real impact for the people. –BERNAMA
The Star
2 days ago
- Business
- The Star
Johor leads data centre investment, 42 projects worth RM164.45bil approved as of 2Q
JOHOR BAHRU: Johor has emerged as the nation's leading data centre investment hub with 42 projects worth RM164.45 billion approved as of the second quarter (2Q) this year. Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi said these projects are expected to create over 6,000 quality job opportunities and contribute 78.6 per cent of the country's operational IT capacity. He also stated that Johor is targeting to house six per cent of Malaysia's data centre capacity by the year 2030. "In line with this development, the state government aspires to position Johor as a leader in artificial intelligence (AI) and the nation's digital economy. This will be achieved through the integration of smart technologies in public services, enhancing the competitiveness of industries, and building an inclusive and sustainable digital ecosystem so that the benefits of technology can be enjoyed by all levels of society," he said in a Facebook post. He added that the combination of large-scale data centre infrastructure, advances in AI technology, and progressive government policies will further position Johor as a potential regional digital innovation hub. "This initiative will not only drive economic growth but also improve the quality of life for the people of Johor through high-skilled job opportunities, the development of new industries, and smart solutions to everyday challenges," he said. In the same post, Onn Hafiz also shared that he met with Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo to discuss the direction of the state's digital development at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) in Kuala Lumpur today. He said the meeting served as an important platform to strengthen Johor's role in the Data Centre Task Force (DCTF) and ensure that data centre development is carried out comprehensively, sustainably, and with real impact for the people. - Bernama
The Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Johor leads data centre investments with RM164.45 billion approved projects
JOHOR BAHRU: Johor has become Malaysia's top data centre investment destination, with 42 projects worth RM164.45 billion approved as of the second quarter of 2025. Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi revealed that these projects will generate more than 6,000 high-quality jobs. He added that these initiatives will contribute 78.6 per cent of the country's operational IT capacity. Johor aims to account for six per cent of Malaysia's total data centre capacity by 2030. 'In line with this development, the state government aspires to position Johor as a leader in artificial intelligence (AI) and the nation's digital economy,' he said in a Facebook post. He explained that this vision will be realised through smart technology integration in public services and industry competitiveness. The state also seeks to build an inclusive and sustainable digital ecosystem for all levels of society. Onn Hafiz highlighted that Johor's large-scale data centre infrastructure and AI advancements will strengthen its role as a regional digital hub. Progressive government policies will further support this transformation, he added. 'This initiative will not only drive economic growth but also improve the quality of life for the people of Johor,' he said. High-skilled job opportunities and smart solutions for everyday challenges are among the expected benefits. Onn Hafiz also met with Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo to discuss Johor's digital development strategy. The meeting took place at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) in Kuala Lumpur. He described the discussion as crucial for reinforcing Johor's role in the Data Centre Task Force (DCTF). The state aims to ensure data centre development is sustainable and impactful for its people. - Bernama
Barnama
2 days ago
- Business
- Barnama
Johor Leads Data Centre Investment, 42 Projects Worth RM164.45 Bln Approved As Of 2Q
JOHOR BAHRU, Aug 13 (Bernama) -- Johor has emerged as the nation's leading data centre investment hub with 42 projects worth RM164.45 billion approved as of the second quarter (2Q) this year. Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi said these projects are expected to create over 6,000 quality job opportunities and contribute 78.6 per cent of the country's operational IT capacity. He also stated that Johor is targeting to house six per cent of Malaysia's data centre capacity by the year 2030. "In line with this development, the state government aspires to position Johor as a leader in artificial intelligence (AI) and the nation's digital economy. This will be achieved through the integration of smart technologies in public services, enhancing the competitiveness of industries, and building an inclusive and sustainable digital ecosystem so that the benefits of technology can be enjoyed by all levels of society," he said in a Facebook post.
New Straits Times
5 days ago
- Business
- New Straits Times
Johor secures RM164bil in data centre investments, moves to alternative water sources
JOHOR BARU: Johor has approved 42 data centre projects worth RM164.45 billion, cementing its position as Malaysia's top destination for the industry and pledging to meet its massive water demands through alternative sources. Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi said the projects, expected to create more than 6,000 jobs, form the backbone of Johor's digital economy and are critical to the Johor–Singapore Special Economic Zone and the Johor Digital Plan. More than 50 applications have been received to date, with seven new proposals seeking up to 76 million litres of water daily now under review. "To ensure long-term sustainability, we are prioritising renewable energy use and optimising water resources," he said at a ceremony to recognise the use of alternative water in Johor's data centre industry here today. The state, through Johor Special Water Sdn Bhd (JSW) and in partnership with Indah Water Konsortium Sdn Bhd (IWK), will supply raw water, reclaimed water and desalinated water to data centres. JSW has received requests totalling 136 million litres a day in alternative water supply, Onn Hafiz added. Key agreements signed today include treated effluent supply deals between JSW, IWK, Bridge Data Centres (BDC) and Computility Technology Malaysia, as well as a raw water supply pact with DayOne Data Centres. BDC has begun producing reclaimed water at its Ulu Tiram facility, while Computility's system in Iskandar Puteri is set for completion by year-end. Johor will also be the first state to deploy Tier 4 data centre technology with advanced cooling and wastewater recycling systems, reducing dependence on potable water and positioning the state as a competitive, green digital hub.
