Equinix has unlocked digital opportunities in Malaysia and the wider region with the opening of two International Business Exchange (IBX) data centres in Johor (JH1) and Kuala Lumpur (KL1). These carrier-neutral facilities establish a robust digital infrastructure in Malaysia to support its digital economy ambition, particularly as a regional digital hub.
The two-story JH1 facility is situated at Nusajaya Tech Park (NTP) in Iskandar Puteri, Johor. Strategically located 15 kilometres away from Singapore, this data centre will address heightened demand from both local enterprises and organisations based in neighbouring regions.
With an initial investment of US$40 million, JH1 provides up to 500 cabinets and 1,800 square meters of colocation space to bolster the nation’s digital growth.
The KL1 facility, located in Cyberjaya, Kuala Lumpur, a key part of the Multimedia Super Corridor in Malaysia, is expected to provide a total of 900 cabinets and colocation space of 2,630 square meters, once fully built out.
Malaysia-based businesses will gain access to a global ecosystem of over 10,000 enterprises, networks and cloud service providers, while global businesses can seize the digital opportunities presented by the nation.
As businesses continue to embrace Digital Transformation and cutting-edge technology like AI, their need for a network-dense, cloud adjacent and on-demand digital infrastructure becomes paramount.
Platform Equinix plays a pivotal role as a facilitator of innovation, economic growth and empowerment for businesses to flourish in Malaysia, hosting more than 2,000 networks and 3,000 cloud and IT companies, and partnering with global technology leaders. Notably, content, fintech, gaming and AI companies have already chosen to deploy their IT infrastructure on Platform Equinix in Malaysia.
In addition, TIME, Maxis and other leading global and local network service providers have already joined Equinix’s network ecosystem in Malaysia to provide a highly interconnected and secure environment for customers on Platform Equinix.
“Malaysia is a cornerstone market and top destination that is highly sought after by our valuable customers,” said Jeremy Deutsch, President, APAC, Equinix. “Our unwavering dedication to the South East Asia region underscores our belief in its immense potential to drive Digital Transformation and accommodate a growing digital-savvy population. We are dedicated to delivering exceptional digital infrastructure solutions that empower businesses to thrive in this dynamic landscape, fuelling innovation, economic growth and societal advancement.”
Equinix’s entry in Malaysia also aligns with the MyDIGITAL initiative introduced by the Malaysian Government that strives to outline a strategy for the nation to expedite the development of digital products and services.
“Equinix’s decision to expand its presence here reflects its continued confidence in Malaysia’s industrial landscape, which is undergoing key transformative initiatives as outlined in the New Industrial Masterplan (NIMP) 2030,” said YB Senator Tengku Datuk Seri Utama Zafrul Abdul Aziz, Malaysia’s Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI).
“One of NIMP’s missions is for Malaysia to tech-up rapidly to make us a digitally vibrant nation, and Equinix’s new data centres in Kuala Lumpur and Johor will support this mission by enhancing Malaysia’s digital infrastructure,” Aziz added. “These data centres will provide businesses, particularly domestic SMEs, with seamless connectivity and access to a vast global network, while driving innovation across diverse sectors in Malaysia. Most importantly, Equinix’s investment will pave the way for the creation of high-value job opportunities and propel economic growth, empowering our people and businesses to excel in the digital age.”
Equinix data centres in Malaysia are 100% covered by renewables. Equinix is on track to achieve climate neutrality by 2030, with a strong focus on incorporating clean renewable energy sources throughout its worldwide operations. This initiative extends to all facilities, whether newly constructed or recently incorporated into the company’s portfolio. In 2023, Equinix achieved 96% renewable energy coverage across its global operations.
Both JH1 and KL1 will be operated efficiently with the globally accepted boundaries of the A1A standards from the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE). This will contribute to the overall efficiency of the data centres, measured by Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE), and could help customers reduce their Scope 3 carbon emissions to meet their overall climate targets.
