Mah Sing, Bridge Data Centres ink second JV to expand DC Hub@Southville City to 300MW power capacity

• This latest partnership builds on the initial agreement signed in May 2024 and together, these agreements increase the total planned power capacity to 300MW. 

KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 28): Mah Sing Group Bhd has signed a second collaboration agreement with Bridge Data Centres (BDC), backed by Bain Capital, to expand the development at Mah Sing DC Hub@Southville City.

The site is approximately 36 acres and is poised to offer a 200MW of power capacity “further solidifying the hub’s role as a key player in Malaysia’s digital infrastructure,” stated Mah sing in a media release.

This latest partnership builds on the initial agreement signed in May 2024 and together, these agreements increase the total planned power capacity to 300MW.  The entire hub can support a 500MW power capacity, establishing Southville City as a modern data centre hub. The data centre’s first phase is anticipated to be operational by 2026.

As part of this collaboration, BDC will provide a forfeitable deposit as both companies work towards finalising the joint venture agreement  This will include forming a joint venture company, defining share ratios, and executing the sale and purchase agreement for the land.

BDC is actively working to secure hyperscale and AI data centre customers with robust financial backing. BDC will lead the design, construction, and infrastructure development to meet the requirements of high-capacity clients, ensuring that the project is aligned with the demands of the digital economy.

The 36 acres land for the 200MW power capacity project has been valued at approximately RM311 million.

Strategically located within 20km of major data centre hubs in Cyberjaya and Bukit Jalil, Southville City offers access to key resources and infrastructure.

“Mah Sing DC Hub@Southville City is set to play a pivotal role in advancing Malaysia’s ambitions to become a leading regional hub for data management and digital infrastructure,” stated Mah Sing.

“The presence of an established player like BDC within the Mah Sing DC Hub@Southville City is expected to attract more data centre operators or offtakers to the remaining parcels,” it added.

“This collaboration underscores Mah Sing’s commitment to building cutting-edge digital infrastructure. Our 30-year track record of rapid project execution makes us the ideal partner for data centre players seeking speed to market and scalability. This is just the beginning of many opportunities for Mah Sing to shape Malaysia’s digital future,” said Mah Sing founder and group managing director, Tan Sri Leong Hoy Kum.

“We are excited to expand our collaboration with Mah Sing, which significantly boosts BDC’s capacity resources in Malaysia. This partnership reinforces BDC’s commitment to investing in Malaysia’s digital infrastructure as a leading data centre provider in the region, while consistently delivering exceptional service to our clients,” said Eric Fan, CEO of BDC.

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