Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – DayOne Data Centres has established a regional operations and training facility in Johor and is enlarging its Global Shared Services Centre in Kuala Lumpur, strengthening Malaysia’s position within the company’s APAC network.
The Johor site will function as a regional base for operational oversight and skills development, supporting DayOne’s growing presence across the region. It is intended to train more than 1,000 data centre operations engineers over time, preparing personnel for roles such as site managers, senior engineers and heads of operations.
The programme will emphasise practical experience, including the management of AI-capable infrastructure, resource efficiency in energy and water use, compliance with safety requirements and maintaining operational continuity.
Malaysia is entering a new phase of digital and AI infrastructure expansion, with increased attention on planning, governance and long-term management. Johor, where DayOne first began operations in the country, is now being positioned as a base for developing operational expertise for deployment across other APAC markets.
“Malaysia is entering a second wave of AI and digital infrastructure development: one that is not only about speed of build but about how infrastructure is planned, managed, and operated responsibly,” Jimmy Yan, general manager of DayOne Malaysia, commented.
“Johor is where DayOne started, and today it is where Malaysian operational capabilities are being built and deployed across the region. This is a practical example of how ‘Made in Malaysia’ expertise can scale regionally.”
Meanwhile, the Kuala Lumpur-based Global Shared Services Centre is moving into its second phase of development and is expected to employ more than 200 professionals when fully operational. The centre provides support in areas including finance, accounting, investment management, procurement and corporate services, integrating Malaysian professionals into the organisation’s wider international structure.
Johor has become DayOne’s largest market in APAC since its entry into Malaysia. The state is evolving into a regional platform anchored in Malaysia, covering operations management, workforce development and local supply chain engagement for the company’s broader portfolio.
“These outcomes reflect sustained investment and capability-building over several years,” Jamie Khoo, CEO of DayOne Data Centres, stated.
“Malaysia has been central to DayOne’s development, and capabilities built here are now supporting our regional operations. We see Malaysia as a long-term strategic partner in building and operating the next generation of AI and digital infrastructure.”
DayOne reports that around 600 Malaysians are currently employed through its local operations, with the workforce projected to reach approximately 1,500 by 2026. Local sourcing from Malaysian contractors, engineering consultancies, equipment vendors and professional service firms is expected to contribute to the creation of about 4,000 further jobs over time. The investments have supported the expansion and retention of skills within Malaysia’s data centre sector and related industries.
