Global data centre operator DayOne is deepening its long-term commitment to Malaysia by positioning the country as a key hub in the regional digital supply chain, with major investments centred on Johor, according to Reuters, quoting Jimmy Yan, DayOne Data Centers Malaysia Sdn Bhd general manager.
“Our goal is not just to build data centres, but to embed ourselves in Malaysia’s digital economy by localising our supply chain, developing skilled local talent, and building long-term partnerships with both federal and state governments,” said Yan.
DayOne is currently developing two hyperscale campuses in Johor, namely Nusajaya Tech Park and Kempas Tech Park, each covering hundreds of acres and targeting a combined capacity of up to 500 megawatts. According to Yan, the project is already generating significant economic spillover, with an estimated RM 400mil in supply-chain investments.
He added that the company is not just making Malaysia a base for operations but a core manufacturing and supply chain hub for the company’s global infrastructure needs.
“We are bringing in our ecosystems, not only our hyperscale clients and technology giants, but also artificial intelligence (AI) startups and application developers to set up regional operations here,” he said.
Yan added that the company’s presence in Johor is closely aligned with the state’s push under the Special Economic Zone (SEZ) framework, further reinforcing Johor’s status as an emerging digital powerhouse.
