EdgeConneX continues to shape Malaysia’s rapidly transforming data center ecosystem, with facilities strategically located in the Central Business District, Cyberjaya, Bukit Jalil, and Johor. Positioned in one of Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing data center hubs, these facilities serve as critical hubs, powering the rapid expansion of global cloud services 
across Southeast Asia. Designed with resilience, security, and high performance in mind, EdgeConneX facilities offer unparalleled connectivity through extensive fiber and peering options, establishing Malaysia as a pivotal gateway for the region’s thriving digital economy.
A key driver of this growth is the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ), a transformative framework demonstrating cross-border cooperation between Malaysia and Singapore. With 3,571 square kilometers demarcated for development and nine flagship zones covering 11 vital sectors—including the digital economy—the JS-SEZ offers unparalleled investment opportunities. A flagship zone is prioritized for industry-specific development, turning Johor into a data center powerhouse.
Data centers are among the key industries set to thrive, spurred by significant government incentives like a special 5% corporate tax rate for 15 years and a 15% individual worker’s tax rate for 10 years. These benefits, paired with regulatory stability and an RM5 billion infrastructure development fund, underscore the region’s commitment to growth.
“The JS-SEZ represents an exciting step forward for the region, creating a collaborative framework that drives both innovation and opportunity,” says Rizwal Zakaria, Business Development Director at EdgeConneX. “Our facilities in Malaysia, particularly in Johor, are perfectly positioned to support this next phase of digital infrastructure development, and we remain committed to propelling the digital economy forward.”
The spillover of data center demand from Singapore to Johor—sparked by Singapore’s moratorium on new developments—has elevated Johor as a regional data center hub, now hosting nearly 400 MW of live capacity, as reported by DCByte. With the JS-SEZ accelerating investment and supply growth, Johor is destined to further attract tech companies and cloud players, bolstering regional digital capacity.
AI is also fueling exponential growth. Innovations in AI-driven cloud services and data analytics place Johor at the epicenter of Southeast Asia’s digital economy, introducing cutting-edge technologies while creating thousands of skilled IT jobs and driving invaluable knowledge transfer to the local workforce.
EdgeConneX remains dedicated to enabling this transformation and empowering the region’s connectivity and digital evolution. Stay tuned for more growth ahead!