November 29, Johor, Malaysia — Bain Capital backed Bridge Data Centres (BDC), a leading Southeast Asia-based hyperscale data center solutions platform, announced it has signed the MY07 Electricity Supply Agreement (ESA) with Malaysia’s leading energy solutions provider Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB).
Finalized in an accelerated timeframe, this agreement represents Malaysia’s fastest ESA delivery to meet the critical energy needs of a cutting-edge data center, according to TNB. Central to the agreement, the two parties signed a Bilateral Energy Supply Contract (BESC) Head of Terms (HoT) under the Corporate Renewable Energy Supply Scheme (CRESS).
The MY07 data center is BDC’s newest facility, currently under construction in Johor Ulu Tiram, Malaysia. Once completed, MY07 will be a state-of-the-art hyperscale data center designed to cater to the growing demand for digital infrastructure in the region.
The signing ceremony, held at the TNB Headquarters in Jalan Bangsar, was graced by key executives, including Datuk Ir. Megat Jalaluddin Bin Megat Hassan, President/CEO of TNB, and Mr. Eric Fan, CEO of Bridge Data Centres.
Speaking at the event, Datuk Ir. Megat Jalaluddin emphasisedTNB’s commitment and customer-centric approach to delivering innovative and sustainable energy solutions.
“Today marks a significant step forward in our partnership with Bridge Data Centres (BDC) as we solidify our joint efforts in driving Malaysia’s energy transition. Through the TNB Green Lane Pathway initiative, combined with our One-Stop Centre services, we are proud to guarantee rapid deployment of energy solutions within just 12 months.”
He added, “BDC becomes the first partner under the Corporate Renewable Energy Supply Scheme (CRESS) framework, a milestone facilitated by our wholly-owned subsidiary, TNB Renewables Sdn Bhd. Together, we are not only expanding Malaysia’s data centre infrastructure but also advancing innovation, sustainability, and economic growth for future generations.”
Mr. Eric Fan of BDC expressed his appreciation for TNB’s dedication and efficiency, stating: “The MY07 Electricity Supply Agreement is pivotal in ensuring reliable power availability, enabling BDC to maintain rapid delivery timelines for our hyperscale data center services and meet the dynamic demands of our customers.
“The Green Energy Partnership establishes a framework for BDC to incorporate renewable energy into its operations, demonstrating a shared commitment between TNB and BDC toward sustainability and carbon reduction. This collaboration aligns with global trends in green data center operations and contributes to Malaysia’s renewable energy transition goals.”
This collaboration underscores TNB’s excellence in delivering high-quality energy solutions and reinforces Malaysia’s position as a thriving hub for data center operations in the region. By integrating renewable energy through the Green Energy Partnership, BDC is well positioned at the forefront of sustainable growth in the digital infrastructure sector.
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About Bridge Data Centres (BDC)
Backed by global leading investment firm Bain Capital, BridgeData Centres (BDC) is Southeast Asia based hyperscale datainfrastructure builder, striving for an ever-growing andtransforming digital future. We focus on empowering our clients and their cloud-first and AI-driven strategy, through ourhyperscale, build-to-suit, and colocation data solutions.
Find out more at www.bridgedatacentres.com
About Tenaga Nasional Berhad
Tenaga Nasional Berhad (www.tnb.com.my) is a leading Malaysian utility company in Asia with an international presence in the United Kingdom (UK), Ireland, Australia, Turkiye, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Pakistan, and Cambodia. Within the renewable energy space, TNB has a total gross portfolio of 3,119MW in Peninsular Malaysia (including 2,536.1MW of large hydro) and 1,183MW across the UK, Ireland, Australia, and Turkiyecomprising mainly solar, wind, and hydro energy generation assets. In addition to being the nation’s primary electricity generation enterprise, TNB also transmits and distributes all the electricity in Peninsular Malaysia, Sabah, and the Federal Territory of Labuan. As of 30 June 2024, TNB supplies electricity to over 11 million customers.
About TNB Renewables Sdn Bhd
TNB Renewables Sdn Bhd (TRe) is committed to accelerate the transition to sustainable energy in Malaysia and across Southeast Asia. With extensive expertise in infrastructure, site planning, development, asset management and asset evaluation, we deliver value to investors and renewable energy asset owners across the project lifecycle, from inception to sale.
As a fully-owned subsidiary of Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB), Malaysia’s leading electricity utility company, we leverage superior market intelligence, proven best practices and strong relationships with mission-critical suppliers for the benefit of our potential partners and customers. Our firm financial position also means we retain a vested interest in projects we develop, empowering collaborative growth. For more information: www.tnbrenewables.com
