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FEATURE: DATA CENTERS will primarily support data center operators under long-term lease agreements, including 10 to 15-year Indefeasible Right of Use( IRU) contracts. Additionally, this infrastructure creates new opportunities for telecommunications providers, supporting 5G deployment and enhancing enterprise connectivity.
By prioritizing connectivity and network redundancy, Mah Sing DC Hub @ Southville City is set to become a strategic hub for global technology firms. With dark fiber readily available, data center operators will benefit from superior scalability, stability and security, reinforcing Mah Sing ' s role in Malaysia ' s digital economy.
Infrastructure readiness and speed to market advantage
Spanning 150 acres, Mah Sing DC Hub @ Southville City will become a key data center hub with a minimum
500MW power capacity, offering substantial space for data center development. The hub offers a unique competitive advantage due to its infrastructure readiness. With immediate access to power infrastructure, water availability and high-speed connectivity, Mah Sing DC Hub @ Southville City provides a significant‘ speed to market’ advantage.
This is particularly crucial given the ongoing shortage of power and water in other locations, making it challenging for operators to set up their data centers efficiently. Southville City ' s well-planned infrastructure allows businesses to get their facilities up and running faster compared to competing areas, positioning it as an attractive destination for data center investment.
Mah Sing is also exploring a 42-acre site in Meridin East, Johor Bahru, for a potential 300MW power capacity data center, reinforcing its commitment to high-growth digital assets. p
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