PETALING JAYA: Vertiv, a provider of critical digital infrastructure and continuity solutions, plans to expand its manufacturing footprint in Asia through the establishment of a manufacturing facility in Johor.
Scheduled to be fully operational in first quarter 2026, the facility will manufacture a range of Vertiv power and thermal management solutions, including coolant distribution units (CDU), as well as modular and prefabricated data centre deployment solutions.
This expansion aligns with the company’s growth and capacity expansion strategy, driven by surging demand for AI-ready, high-density computing infrastructure. The Johor facility will play a pivotal role in bolstering Vertiv’s production capabilities to serve customers in fast-growing markets across the region, enable faster delivery times, expand capacity, and support next-generation technologies such as AI and machine learning. Johor’s proximity to Singapore, developed logistics networks, and reliable utilities make it ideal for scalable tech manufacturing.
“This new facility represents a major milestone in Vertiv’s global manufacturing network. It gives us the scale, flexibility, and proximity we need to meet our customers’ needs quickly and reliably,” said Vertiv Asia vice-president of operations, Andrew Whall, adding that it also represents Vertiv’s steady investment in continuous growth and manufacturing excellence.
Vertiv said it is committed to growing and developing its workforce to support the new facility, with expectations to create up to 500 local skilled jobs over the next three years.
It added that the factory will also utilise modern automation technologies, resulting in an efficient and streamlined production environment that will focus on operational and manufacturing efficiency, enabling Vertiv to scale quickly while maintaining quality and environmental responsibility.
“A facility of this importance depends on a highly skilled and engaged workforce, and we’re proud to be creating meaningful, high-value jobs in the region that support both our long-term growth and Malaysia’s broader economic ambitions,” Whall said.
