Hong Kong, 21 November 2025 – HGC Global Communications (“HGC” or the “Group”), a fully-fledged ICT service provider and network operator with extensive global coverage, announced the Group has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Johor Capital Group (JCG), a newly established entity under Johor Corporation (JCorp). This collaboration under the East-West Gateway Project (EWG Project) will explore the vision of a next-generation digital infrastructure hub, encompassing submarine landing points, terrestrial networks, data center interconnects and internet exchanges, connecting to Johor, one of the fastest-growing AI data center hubs in the Southeast Asia region.
HGC will leverage its global network of major hubs to integrate Johor’s emerging AI hub for the future of AI-ready connectivity, empowering Malaysia and the region to thrive in the intelligent economy. Customers will benefit from seamless access to HGC’s extensive global network, ensuring diverse connectivity options for global reach. Additionally, the partnership strengthens HGC Malaysia’s asset infrastructure expansion in Southeast Asia, fostering sustainable growth and reinforcing Asia’s digital corridor.
Andrew Kwok, Chief Executive Officer of HGC said, “HGC is committed to supporting the ASEAN region and helping our customers navigate digital transformation and the AI boom by delivering diverse, resilient connectivity solutions. Malaysia plays a pivotal role as an emerging AI hub, including data center, submarine and terrestrial digital infrastructure. This collaboration with JCG underscores HGC’s dedication to investing in AI-ready infrastructure and creating new pathways for data traffic — connecting Hong Kong to ASEAN’s AI ecosystem and driving the future of a truly connected, AI-ready world for businesses and communities.”
Ravindran Mahalingam, Senior Vice President, International Business & Digital Infrastructure of HGC, added, “We’re excited to partner with JCG to develop a new transit hub that positions Johor as a regional AI hub, supported by the world-class digital infrastructure. Built on HGC’s shared network philosophy, we bring deep expertise in fiber and network know-how, along with our established Regional Data Center Interconnect, to create an open, collaborative ecosystem. This approach strengthens routes connecting Johor’s East and West coasts to AI hubs and beyond — while seamlessly linking the region to Hong Kong as a global connectivity gateway.”
Datuk Ts. Mahadhir Aziz, Group Managing Director of JCG said, “This remarkable journey with HGC is intricately aligned with Johor Corporation strategic initiatives aimed at transforming Johor in reshaping Malaysia’s new economic landscape through technology advancement as pillars through innovative solutions.”
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