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Focus Malaysia
5 days ago
- Business
- Focus Malaysia
AIMS completes Cyberjaya Block 3 ahead of schedule, enabled M'sia to remain SEA's top data centre hub
AIMS Data Centre Sdn Bhd (AIMS), one of Southeast Asia's leading data centre operators, has continued to play a crucial role in nation-building by drawing foreign direct investments (FDIs) into Malaysia. The group's world-class infrastructure and expertise have attracted global cloud providers and content networks to Malaysia, thus spurring growth in fintech, e-commerce and artificial intelligence (AI), according to its CEO Chiew Kok Hin. Since DigitalBridge's acquisition of a stake in AIMS and formation of a partnership with existing shareholder Time dotCom in 2022, AIMS has raised over RM2 bil of debt and equity capital to support the growth of the Malaysian digital infrastructure sector. 'At AIMS, we derive immense fulfilment from knowing our presence has helped make Malaysia a regional base for global players, creating opportunities beyond data centres, and strengthening the wider digital economy,' shared Chiew. 'This cements Malaysia's position as Southeast Asia's leading data centre hub while continuously creating skilled jobs and has upskilling local talent.' Building on strong momentum, AIMS today (June 24) unveiled readiness of its AIMS Cyberjaya Block 3 facility. The new block adds substantial capacity while bringing AIMS' total potential capacity to more than 100MW in the Klang Valley by positioning it as the operator with the largest data centre capacity in Cyberjaya today. Spiralling demand Originally slated for completion next year, Block 3 was delivered ahead of schedule due to accelerated planning, strong customer backing and robust market demand. 'This achievement is a clear indication of market confidence that reflects our deliberate strategy to build in alignment with confirmed demand, rather than speculatively,' enthused Chiew. He further noted that AIMS is seeing surging demand from its strong international customer pipeline, driven by the region's rapid digitalisation, the rise of cloud and AI workloads as well as Malaysia's growing appeal as a strategic data centre destination. 'Hyper-scalers, enterprises and digital service providers are increasingly turning to Malaysia in view of our nation's competitive cost structure, abundant land and power resources, supportive government policies, and proximity to regional markets,' observed Chiew. 'Cyberjaya Block 3's early readiness is a testament to our operational agility, the trust our customers place in us, and the unwavering support of government stakeholders.' Founded in Malaysia in 1990, AIMS exemplifies the nation's ability to nurture digital economy champions. Backed by regional telecommunications service provider, Time dotCom Bhd and digital infrastructure-centric asset manager DigitalBridge Group Inc, AIMS is also progressively expanding its presence beyond Malaysia. Proactive support from Invest Selangor Malaysia Digital Economy Corp (MDEC), Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) and councils enables has been pivotal in the early delivery of AIMS Cyberjaya Block 3. – July 24, 2025
The Sun
6 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
AIMS completes Cyberjaya Block 3 early, expedited by Invest Selangor, MDEC, MIDA, local councils
KUALA LUMPUR: AIMS Data Centre Sdn Bhd (AIMS), a leading digital infrastructure provider in Southeast Asia, has completed its Cyberjaya Block 3 facility ahead of schedule—further cementing Malaysia's position as the region's premier data centre hub. This milestone significantly expands AIMS' footprint in the Klang Valley, bringing its total potential capacity to over 100 megawatts (MW) and establishing AIMS as the operator with the largest data centre capacity in Cyberjaya. 'This achievement reflects our strategy of building in line with confirmed demand rather than speculation,' said AIMS Chief Executive Officer Chiew Kok Hin. 'It also signals growing market confidence in Malaysia as a prime destination for digital infrastructure.' Originally slated for completion in 2025, Block 3 was delivered early thanks to accelerated planning, strong customer commitment, and robust demand from hyperscalers, cloud providers, content networks, and enterprises seeking scalable infrastructure in Malaysia. Chiew credited proactive support from key stakeholders for the early delivery. These included Invest Selangor, the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC), the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA), and local authorities such as Majlis Perbandaran Sepang, Kuala Lumpur City Hall, Air Selangor, and Tenaga Nasional Bhd. He cited a recent example where Invest Selangor coordinated a multi-agency meeting within a week, effectively fast-tracking AIMS' expansion timeline. 'This level of collaboration between the public and private sectors is crucial to sustaining Malaysia's leadership in the digital economy,' Chiew said. 'We are grateful to all who have supported us on this journey.' Chiew added that interest from global hyperscalers and digital service providers continues to grow, driven by regional digital transformation, the rise of AI and cloud workloads, and Malaysia's appeal as a strategic and cost-effective location. 'Global players are increasingly turning to Malaysia for its competitive cost structure, abundant power and land availability, supportive government policies, and proximity to regional markets,' he said. 'Cyberjaya Block 3's readiness is a testament to our operational agility and the trust our customers place in us.' Founded in Malaysia in 1990, AIMS has evolved into one of the region's most interconnected data centre operators. Since DigitalBridge's investment in 2022 and its partnership with Time dotCom, AIMS has raised over RM2 billion in capital to support its expansion across Malaysia. 'At AIMS, we take pride in contributing to Malaysia's digital economy. Our infrastructure helps attract foreign direct investment (FDI), creates high-value jobs, and strengthens the local talent pool,' Chiew said. The company currently employs over 200 direct staff, offering technical and skilled roles that promote career growth. An additional 100 workers are engaged through its construction and operational support ecosystem. In line with its sustainability goals, AIMS has embedded environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles into its operations. Its data centre facilities feature energy-efficient systems and are backed by renewable energy certificates (RECs) to reduce carbon emissions. 'Beyond regulatory compliance, we believe in sustainable sustainability—designing for long-term value creation while championing environmental responsibility,' Chiew said. 'Our purpose goes beyond building data centres. It's about building Malaysia's digital future.'
The Sun
26-06-2025
- Business
- The Sun
MyIX expects internet traffic in Malaysia to keep rising
KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysia Internet Exchange (MyIX) expects internet traffic to continue its strong upward trajectory throughout 2025 and beyond, fuelled by rising demand for real-time applications, AI-powered services and high-definition content. Its chairman Chiew Kok Hin said that Malaysia's digital economy is becoming increasingly reliant on fast, secure and low-latency connectivity as more consumers and businesses embrace digital lifestyles. This trend has also attracted growing interest from international networks, regional content providers and enterprises aiming to localise their traffic, giving rise to the need for sustained infrastructure investments to future-proof the nation's internet ecosystem. 'The traffic growth is now structural and no longer cyclical,' he told SunBiz. 'From streaming and cloud to AI workloads and e-commerce, the expectation for high-performance connectivity is only increasing. That's why we're investing ahead of demand.' This forward-looking approach builds on MyIX's recent efforts to upgrade national infrastructure, reinforce cybersecurity and nurture future digital talent. The exchange, which recorded a 17% year-on-year traffic increase in 2024 to a peak of 2.6 terabits per second (Tbps), has embarked on deploying a geographically redundant architecture to ensure resilience, while also strengthening cybersecurity compliance and expanding skills training. MyIX is also enhancing its IPv6 readiness, exploring active-active peering models, and onboarding new international peers, including those from Indonesia and Singapore. 'These efforts position Malaysia as a strategic regional gateway for digital traffic across Southeast Asia,' Chiew said. 'At MyIX, our mission is to deliver secure, resilient and inclusive internet exchange infrastructure that supports Malaysia's digital transformation,' he added. 'The continued growth we are seeing reflects Malaysia's potential to lead ASEAN in digital connectivity.' Established in 2006 under the guidance of the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC), MyIX continues to serve as the nation's only neutral internet exchange platform, bridging networks and empowering Malaysia's digital communities.
New Straits Times
23-06-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
Time Energy, AIMS partner for Malaysia's first community solar initiative for data centres
KUALA LUMPUR: Time dotCom's renewable energy unit, Time Energy Sdn Bhd, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with AIMS Group for a small-scale rollout of Malaysia's first community solar initiative for data centres under the Community Renewable Energy Aggregation Mechanism (CREAM). The initiative allows landed households within a five-kilometre radius of AIMS' Cyberjaya data centre to lease their rooftops to Emit Solar, a solar brand under Time Energy. Emit Solar will install, operate and maintain the rooftop systems, and aggregate the energy generated for sale to AIMS. Time Energy said AIMS is the first corporate buyer under the CREAM mechanism. "CREAM enables most households, including those with lower electricity usage, to participate in the country's RE efforts by generating solar energy for corporate buyers, contributing to a cleaner energy mix and earning extra income," it said in a statement today. Time Energy chief executive officer (CEO) Arjun Arasu said the CREAM model allows households to generate and sell solar energy to corporate buyers. "We look forward to bringing solar to more homes, so more people can be involved in helping Malaysia achieve its RE goals," he said. AIMS CEO Chiew Kok Hin said the company aims to reduce the carbon footprint of its data centres by increasing the use of renewable energy. "CREAM offers an alternative way to source clean energy while encouraging community involvement in the net zero transition and supporting our Environmental, Social and Governance goals," he added. The MoU was signed in the presence of Anuar Zaki Bakar, undersecretary of the Electricity Supply Division at the Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation (Petra), who represented the ministry's secretary-general.
