7-Lender Consortium Arranges Expanded Multi-Currency Financing for DayOne's Data Centre Development in Johor

Singapore – A consortium of seven lenders comprising CIMB, Crédit Agricole CIB, DBS, Maybank, OCBC, Standard Chartered and UOB has successfully arranged an expanded multi-currency financing for DayOne to support the continued development of its data centre platform in Johor, Malaysia.

The financing consists of an additional USD2.4 billion offshore term loan facility and RM5.5 billion Murabahah facility, totalling RM15 billion. Together with the RM15 billion multi-currency financing secured in 2025, the financing platform now totals RM30 billion, reinforcing DayOne’s commitment to expanding hyperscale data centre capacity in Johor.

As demand for cloud computing, artificial intelligence (AI) and digital services continues to accelerate, the development of scalable and resilient digital infrastructure will play a critical role in strengthening regional connectivity and supporting economic growth. The additional financing will fund the next phase of capacity development across the DayOne platform, helping to meet this growing demand and support the continued development of digital infrastructure in the region.

The facility was arranged by a consortium of Mandated Lead Arrangers, Bookrunners and Joint Coordinators comprising CIMB, Crédit Agricole CIB, DBS, Maybank, OCBC, Standard Chartered and UOB, reflecting strong financing confidence in the development of digital infrastructure in Malaysia and the broader region.

The transaction also reinforces Malaysia’s position as a leading regional digital infrastructure hub. Johor has attracted significant investment in data centre development, supported by its strong connectivity, robust infrastructure, access to skilled talent and proximity to regional markets. This will contribute to the development of a resilient digital economy and strengthens Southeast Asia’s role as a key destination for technology investment and innovation.

Since its establishment in 2022, DayOne has rapidly expanded its footprint across Asia and Europe, with a presence in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Japan, Hong Kong SAR, Finland and Spain.

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CIMB

Chu Kok Wei, Chief Executive Officer, Group Wholesale Banking, CIMB Group said, “We are pleased to deepen our longstanding partnership with DayOne through these landmark financings, which support the development of future-ready digital infrastructure across ASEAN. In line with our purpose of advancing customers and society, CIMB is proud to support our client's growth ambitions and the expansion of critical infrastructure that underpins the region’s accelerating demand for digital services and AI. As the largest financier across DayOne’s combined RM30 billion of financings, spanning both its inaugural and latest facilities, we value the trust placed in us and look forward to continuing our partnership to advance greater regional digital connectivity and long-term economic growth.”

Crédit Agricole CIB

Jasmine Zhang, Head of Telecom Finance Asia Pacific, Crédit Agricole CIB, said, “Crédit Agricole CIB is pleased to partner with DayOne on this landmark transaction, marking a critical milestone in DayOne’s regional growth trajectory. Malaysia is on track to become one of Asia’s largest data centre markets with its supply capacity growing at nearly 39% CAGR from 2023 to reach 4.2–6.1 gigawatts by 2030^[1]. This transaction is pivotal to accelerating Malaysia’s position as a strategic digital powerhouse in Asia Pacific, driven by structural advancements across power, policy, demand, and capital. With digital infrastructure becoming the catalyst for Asia Pacific’s economic growth, DayOne’s commitment to building scalable, high-performance data center capacity in Malaysia positions them at the forefront of the industry.”

^[1] https://www.linkedin.com/posts/datacenters-digitaleconomy-digitalinfrastructure-ugcPost-7338980378390470674-rhDc/c

DBS

Amit Sinha, Global Head of Telecommunications, Media and Technology, DBS, said: “AI is driving one of the largest investment cycles Asia has seen in decades. The Johor-Singapore corridor is increasingly becoming a strategic node in the AI ecosystem, combining Singapore’s strengths as a global financing and connectivity hub with Johor’s capacity to host digital infrastructure. As a leading Asian bank, DBS is committed to mobilising capital at scale and connecting clients to opportunities across the value chain, helping to build the foundations that will underpin the region’s digital future.”

Maybank

Dato’ John Chong, Group CEO of Global Banking, Maybank said, “By combining hyperscale capacity with energy-efficient design and renewable power, DayOne is raising the bar for sustainable digital infrastructure. We expect the JS-SEZ Blueprint and Masterplan to further catalyse investments into this area as a foundation to attract advanced industries. Our outlook is reflected in our position as the largest overall provider of Ringgit Islamic financing commitment for DayOne.”

OCBC

Ms Elaine Lam, Head of Global Corporate Banking, OCBC, said: “This financing builds on OCBC's longstanding partnership with DayOne, adding on to the landmark financing secured in 2025 for the same Johor data centre platform. The successful upsizing will support the platform's next phase of hyperscale expansion, reflecting continued confidence in Johor's emergence as a leading digital infrastructure hub and the strong growth outlook for AI, cloud and digital services across the region.”

Standard Chartered

Chow Wan Thonh, Head of Coverage for Singapore and ASEAN, Standard Chartered, said, “Malaysia has emerged as a critical node in the region’s AI infrastructure buildout. We are pleased to deepen our partnership with DayOne through this financing as it scales its footprint to meet growing demand across Southeast Asia. As the international bank present in most ASEAN markets, Standard Chartered is well positioned to support data centre operators navigating the capital-intensive nature of AI-driven growth, combining our cross-border capabilities with deep sector expertise.”

UOB

Mr Edmund Leong, Head of Group Corporate Banking, UOB, said, "As DayOne's primary relationship bank, UOB is supporting the infrastructure that will underpin ASEAN's next phase of growth. The rapid build-out of AI, cloud computing and digital infrastructure is creating one of the most significant investment opportunities the region has seen in decades, requiring not only capital but also strong ecosystems, connectivity and long-term partnerships. Leveraging our extensive ASEAN network, UOB is well positioned to connect capital, infrastructure and growth opportunities, helping clients seize the opportunities emerging from the region's accelerating digital transformation."

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About CIMB

CIMB is one of ASEAN’s leading banking groups and Malaysia’s second largest financial services provider, by assets. Listed on Bursa Malaysia via CIMB Group Holdings Berhad, it had a market capitalisation of approximately RM80.1 billion as at 30 June 2026. It offers consumer banking, commercial banking, wholesale banking, transaction banking, Islamic banking and asset management products and services. Headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, the Group is present across ASEAN in Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam and the Philippines. Singapore is one of its key markets with approximately 1,000 employees serving clients across consumer, commercial, wholesale and transaction banking products and services.

Beyond ASEAN, the Group has market presence in China, Hong Kong and UK. CIMB has one of the most extensive retail branch networks in ASEAN with 524 branches and over 33,000 employees as at 30 June 2026. CIMB’s investment banking arm is one of the largest Asia Pacific-based investment banks, which together with its award-winning treasury & markets and corporate banking units comprise the Group’s leading wholesale banking franchise. CIMB is also the 92.46% shareholder of Bank CIMB Niaga in Indonesia, and 94.83% shareholder of CIMB Thai in Thailand.

Sustainability is a core pillar of CIMB’s Forward30 strategy and 2030 roadmap. The Group is guided by its Green, Social, Sustainable Impact Products and Services (“GSSIPS”) framework, an internal taxonomy designed to deliver impactful sustainable finance. Since launching its sustainable finance framework in 2021, CIMB has progressively raised its ambitions, increasing its initial RM30 billion target to RM100 billion for 2021–2024. The Group now targets RM300 billion in sustainable finance by 2030, reinforcing its commitment to enabling a lower-carbon and more inclusive economy across the region.

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