This agreement builds on an initial partnership established in May 2024 for a 100 MW development.
In its statement, Mah Sing noted that 36 acres, valued at around RM311 million, will be allocated for the latest expansion within Mah Sing DC Hub@Southville City.
BDC will provide a forfeitable deposit as both parties finalise the Joint Venture Agreement (JVA), which includes setting share ratios and completing the Sale and Purchase Agreement (SPA) for the land, Mah Sing said.
Tan Sri Leong Hoy Kum, Mah Sing's founder and group managing director, said that this collaboration aligns with Malaysia's 2025 Budget emphasis on digitalisation and AI development.
"Malaysia has successfully secured investment totalling USD 16.9 billion from global technology giants such as AWS, Microsoft, Google, and Oracle, and the timing of this collaboration is particularly advantageous, given the growing global demand for data centres driven by the rise of AI and cloud computing," he said in a statement.
BDC, with strong financial backing, is targeting hyperscale and AI data centre customers, according to Leong.
He noted that Mah Sing DC Hub could play a pivotal role in establishing Malaysia as a key regional hub for data management and digital infrastructure, with the capacity to support up to 500 MW. The data centre's first phase is expected to go live by 2026.
Leong added that the presence of Bridge DC at Mah Sing DC Hub@Southville City would likely attract more data centre operators, solidifying the hub's position as a top regional data centre destination.
"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," he said.
Mah Sing also has 42 acres of land in its Meridin East township in Johor Bahru, supporting an additional 300 MW of future capacity, offering significant growth potential.
Eric Fan, chief executive officer of Bridge DC, affirmed that this partnership reflects its commitment to investing in Malaysia's digital infrastructure as a leading regional data centre provider.
Bridge DC will oversee the design, construction, and infrastructure development to meet high-capacity clients' specific needs, ensuring alignment with digital economy demands.