HONG KONG: Malaysia’s digital landscape is witnessing a surge in demand for data centres across diverse industries. Responding to this trend, Equinix, Inc., the global leader in digital infrastructure, announced today an investment of RM23 million (approximately US$5 million) to acquire land from Cyberview Sdn Bhd (Cyberview) in Cyberjaya.
This investment aims to expand Equinix’s data center capacity in Malaysia, following the successful launches of its International Business ExchangeTM (IBX®) facilities in Kuala Lumpur (KL1) and Johor (JH1).
The additional land acquisition in Cyberjaya, Malaysia’s Global Tech Hub, situated less than one kilometre from the existing KL1 facility, spans 14,300 square meters. This strategic move will bolster Equinix’s ecosystem in Malaysia, facilitating enhanced services for network and cloud providers, as well as enterprises across various sectors.
Malaysia’s strategic location, supportive government policies, and increasing digital infrastructure demands are driving its emergence as a pivotal player in Southeast Asia’s digital transformation. The country aims to evolve into a digitally driven, high-income economy, leveraging factors like geopolitical stability, a skilled workforce, enhanced connectivity, and a focus on renewable energy.
Chief Minister of Selangor, Dato’ Seri Amirudin Shari emphasised the significance of data centres in accelerating Selangor’s digital economy, praising Equinix’s expertise in building resilient digital infrastructure. He highlighted the company’s role in promoting cloud technology adoption among Malaysian enterprises.
Meanwhile Equinix Malaysia Managing Director, Cheam Tat Inn underscored Malaysia’s robust digital engagement, with 96.8% of the population actively participating in digital activities. This consumer demand is driving businesses to seek secure and scalable data centre solutions, where Equinix’s global expertise and strategic advantages make it a preferred partner.
Additionally, Cyberview CEO, Kamarul Ariffin Abdul Samad highlighted Cyberjaya’s pivotal role in Malaysia’s digital economy, noting its concentration of tech companies and recent surge in data centre investments. He affirmed Cyberview’s commitment to fostering innovation and positioning Cyberjaya as a prime destination for tech investments.
Equinix currently operates two data centres in Malaysia: JH1 in Johor offering 500 cabinets and 1,960 square meters of colocation space, and KL1 in Kuala Lumpur set to provide 900 cabinets and 2,630 square meters upon completion. These facilities have already attracted a diverse array of companies, including network providers, content creators, fintech firms, and AI developers.
With 56 data centres across key Asia-Pacific markets and a global network spanning 260 centres in 71 metropolitan areas, Equinix continues to support over 10,000 leading businesses worldwide, reinforcing its position as a cornerstone of digital infrastructure globally.
