KUALA LUMPUR (July 8, 2026): COMPASS IP Sdn Bhd has completed the sale of the final 36-acre parcel at COMPASS @ Kota Seri Langat, marking the full take-up of its 220-acre freehold managed industrial park in Selangor.
The transaction was formalised through the signing of a sale and purchase agreement (SPA), with the purchaser planning to develop a large-scale data centre on the site.
Final parcel acquired for data centre development
The buyer, Global Data Infrastructure Sdn Bhd, is part of an international infrastructure development consortium specialising in data centre projects.
The company plans to build a state-of-the-art data centre requiring:
300 MVA of power capacity.
210 MW of IT load.
According to the developer, all necessary approvals in principle have been obtained, allowing construction to commence shortly after completion of the land acquisition.
Joint venture behind the industrial park
COMPASS IP Sdn Bhd is a joint venture established by:
Permodalan Nasional Bhd (PNB) through its indirect wholly-owned subsidiary MIDF Property Bhd.
KWEST Sdn Bhd, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Kumpulan Wang Persaraan (Diperbadankan) (KWAP).
AREA Industrial Development Holdings Sdn Bhd, part of the AREA Group of Companies.
The successful disposal of the final parcel completes the development's industrial land sales programme.
Growing demand for data centre investments
COMPASS IP Director Datuk Stewart LaBrooy said Malaysia continues to strengthen its position as a preferred destination for data centre investments due to several competitive advantages, including:
Strategic geographic location.
Political stability.
Strong ICT infrastructure.
Reliable electricity availability.
He noted that global demand for digital infrastructure continues to accelerate, driven by rapid adoption of:
Artificial intelligence (AI).
Machine learning.
Cloud computing.
Big data analytics.
Selangor strengthens its digital infrastructure position
LaBrooy added that Selangor has become one of Malaysia's leading destinations for data centre investments, alongside Johor, as multinational technology companies continue expanding their regional infrastructure.
The latest transaction further reinforces the state's growing role in supporting Malaysia's digital economy ambitions.
Part of the larger Kota Seri Langat township
COMPASS @ Kota Seri Langat forms part of the broader Kota Seri Langat township, which is developed by PNB Development Sdn Bhd.
The successful full take-up of the industrial park demonstrates continued investor confidence in the project's strategic location and long-term industrial value proposition.
Premium industrial park with strategic connectivity
COMPASS @ Kota Seri Langat is a fully integrated managed industrial park offering:
Custom-built warehouses and factories ranging from 200,000 sq ft to 500,000 sq ft.
Detached SME factory units ranging from 12,000 sq ft to 50,000 sq ft.
The development enjoys a strategic location within the logistics corridor connecting:
Port Klang and Westport.
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA).
Shah Alam.
The industrial park also benefits from direct access to the West Coast Expressway, providing efficient connectivity to the Klang Valley and key logistics hubs.
Key Takeaways
COMPASS @ Kota Seri Langat has achieved 100% take-up following the sale of its final 36-acre industrial parcel.
The purchaser plans to develop a large-scale data centre with 300 MVA power capacity and 210 MW IT load, highlighting continued strong demand for digital infrastructure in Malaysia.
The project is backed by a joint venture involving PNB, KWAP and the AREA Group, reflecting institutional confidence in premium industrial developments.
Selangor continues to strengthen its position alongside Johor as one of Malaysia's fastest-growing destinations for data centre investments.
The industrial park's proximity to Port Klang, KLIA, Shah Alam and the West Coast Expressway enhances its attractiveness for logistics, manufacturing and technology-related investments.
The transaction supports Malaysia's ambition to become a regional digital infrastructure hub as demand for AI, cloud computing and data processing facilities continues to grow.
From a property perspective, the full take-up of the industrial park demonstrates sustained demand for strategically located industrial land capable of supporting high-value sectors such as data centres, logistics and advanced manufacturing.
