Asia-Pacific and the Middle East hyperscale data centre platform AirTrunk plans to invest MYR12bn (€2.6bn) to develop two new data centres in Malaysia.
The Blackstone and Canada Pension Plan Investment Board-backed data centre firm said it intends to develop the 280MW JHB3 and JHB4 facilities in Iskandar Puteri in Johor, located in close proximity to its existing JHB1 and JHB2 campuses.
The latest project lifts AirTrunk’s total committed investment in Malaysia to approximately MYR27bn, the company said.
Robin Khuda, founder & CEO, AirTrunk, said: “JHB3 and JHB4 represent the next phase of our expansion in Malaysia, building on the strong momentum of our existing Johor platform. Malaysia has set a clear ambition to lead in AI, and we’re investing in that vision for the long term, both within Johor and across the country in time.
“Our confidence comes from the strong partnership we have with the Malaysian government and local stakeholders, who have supported us every step of the way.”
YAB Datuk Amar Haji Fadillah bin Haji Yusof, deputy prime minister and minister of energy transition and water transformation, Malaysia, said: “Our ambition is to be at the forefront of the digital and AI economy, supported by strong infrastructure, a robust ecosystem and responsible development in digital infrastructure.
“Investments like AirTrunk’s Johor expansion reflect growing confidence in Malaysia and play an important role in advancing innovation, talent development and long-term economic benefit for both the community and the environment.”
Her Excellency Danielle Heinecke, Australia’s high commissioner to Malaysia, said: “AirTrunk’s investment is a good example of how Australia and Malaysia are working more closely together in building digital infrastructure. It supports Malaysia’s growth in the digital economy while also strengthening the connection between our two countries.”
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