Digital Realty Expands into Malaysia with Strategic Data Center Acquisition
Event summary
- Digital Realty acquires CSF Advisers, owner of the TelcoHub 1 data center in Cyberjaya, Malaysia, for an undisclosed amount.
- TelcoHub 1 is a 1.5 MW data center with over 6,000 fiber cores and 40+ network service providers.
- Adjacent land acquired can support up to 14 MW of IT load, providing future expansion capacity.
- Acquisition expected to close in the first half of 2026, subject to customary closing conditions.
- Digital Realty plans to integrate the facility into its global PlatformDIGITAL® platform and introduce its ServiceFabric® interconnection solution.
The big picture
Digital Realty's acquisition of TelcoHub 1 strengthens its position in Southeast Asia's digital infrastructure landscape. The move comes as Malaysia's data center capacity is projected to more than double by 2030, driven by cloud services, AI acceleration, and supportive government policies. This expansion builds on Digital Realty's existing presence in Singapore and Jakarta, reinforcing its commitment to the region's digital backbone.
What we're watching
- Regional Expansion
- How Digital Realty's entry into Malaysia will affect its competitive position in Southeast Asia's growing digital market.
- Operational Integration
- Whether Digital Realty can successfully integrate TelcoHub 1 into its global platform and introduce ServiceFabric® solutions.
- Market Demand
- The pace at which Malaysia's data center capacity will grow to meet rising demand for cloud services and AI workloads.
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