ST Telemedia Global Data Centres (STT GDC) has commenced construction on its first data centre facility, STT Johor 1, at the STT Johor data centre campus in Iskandar Puteri, Johor. The groundbreaking ceremony was officiated by Johor’s Chief Minister, highlighting the state’s dedication to enhancing digital infrastructure and economic growth. The facility, part of a 22-acre campus, is set to be operational by the end of 2026 with an IT load capacity of 16MW.
Located just 15 kilometres from Singapore, the campus offers a strategic position for seamless connectivity, including integration with STT Singapore 5, STT GDC’s regional interconnection hub. This connectivity will enable the facility to support high-performance computing demands from enterprises, government agencies, and cloud service providers, facilitating advanced research and data-driven decision-making.
In a move to support the burgeoning data centre sector, STT GDC has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Johor Talent Development Council. This initiative aims to develop a skilled workforce in line with the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone’s objectives, positioning Johor as a hub for data centre expertise in Southeast Asia.
The campus will be powered by renewable energy sources, aligning with Malaysia’s green energy goals. STT GDC is in discussions with renewable energy providers like Ditrolic Energy to supply electricity, underscoring its commitment to sustainable practices. Darryll Sinnappa, STT GDC’s Country Head for Malaysia, stated, “We look forward to STT Johor 1 playing a pivotal role in delivering tangible economic growth to the region, sustainably, whilst nurturing the next generation of data centre professionals.”
Malaysia’s data centre market is projected to grow significantly, with a development pipeline of 1.4GW over the next five years, potentially driving industry revenue to $760m (RM3.6b) by 2025.
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