NEGERI SEMBILAN : The state of Negeri Sembilan is rapidly positioning itself as Malaysia’s emerging hub for data centres, amid increasing constraints on approvals in Johor due to resource consumption concerns.
Currently, two major data centre projects are underway in Negeri Sembilan. One development will feature a green data centre financed by United States investors, while the other will be an artificial intelligence (AI) data centre led by Malaysian infrastructure group, Gamuda Bhd.
The state’s strong infrastructure network, including well-established highway connectivity, has been a critical factor in attracting these significant investments.
To address the substantial resource demands of these facilities, Gamuda Bhd will also develop a dedicated water treatment plant with a daily capacity of 67 million litres. This infrastructure investment will ensure a sustainable supply to support the operational needs of the data centres.
In light of the substantial water and resource requirements associated with data centre operations, the Negeri Sembilan state government has announced its intention to closely assess future proposals for similar projects. This approach aims to balance economic development with prudent resource management.
–Bloomberg
