🚀🇲🇾 MRCB enters AI digital infrastructure with RM2.1bn data centre venture in Bukit Jalil ⚡

Malaysian Resources Corporation Bhd (MRCB) has announced a strategic collaboration to develop a state-of-the-art, AI-ready data centre in Bukit Jalil, marking its entry into the digital infrastructure sector. The project, valued at RM2.1 billion, will be built on a 37,320 sqm leasehold site and is targeted for completion by Q4 2027.

Here are the key details:
1️⃣ 🏗️ Massive Scale – The facility will feature 500,000 sq ft of built-up area and 65 MW IT load capacity, designed for advanced GPU-based workloads and AI accelerator platforms.
2️⃣ ⚡ Tier III Standards – Built to Uptime Institute Tier III requirements, with high-density power and cooling infrastructure for next-gen AI.
3️⃣ 🏢 Strategic Partnership – Perintis Akal will be the long-term tenant and operator under a 10-year lease, while Inspur Communication Malaysia handles construction and operations.
4️⃣ 💸 Future Potential – MRCB has already received multiple expressions of interest for the 65 MW capacity, with further data centre development opportunities on its Bukit Jalil land bank.

Your take: Could this be the start of a major shift for Malaysian developers into the AI infrastructure space? 🚀

Jun 23,2026