MAPPING THE INDUSTRIAL LOCATIONS, DATA CENTERS AND IBTEC DEVELOPMENT IN THE JS-SEZ
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https://doi.org/10.55197/qjssh.v7i5.1384Keywords:
JS-SEZ, Ibrahim Technopolis, industrial parks, data centres, spatial mapping, sustainable developmentAbstract
The Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) represents a strategic initiative to strengthen cross-border economic integration between Malaysia and Singapore through industrial development, digital infrastructure, and sustainable urban planning. This study maps and analyses the industrial landscape of the JS-SEZ, focusing on the spatial distribution of industrial parks, data centre infrastructure, and the development of Ibrahim Technopolis (IBTEC) Sedenak. Data were compiled from government agencies, development authorities, and corporate sources and analysed through spatial mapping of industrial clusters, infrastructure connectivity, and sectoral activities across nine flagship zones. The findings indicate that the 3,588 km² JS-SEZ accommodates more than 100 industrial parks and a rapidly expanding data centre ecosystem, particularly within the Kulai-Sedenak flagship zone. IBTEC Sedenak, covering approximately 7,290 acres, further strengthens this industrial ecosystem through integrated industrial, residential, commercial, infrastructure, and green-space development. The study highlights how sectoral clustering, cross-border connectivity, digital infrastructure, and strategic land-use planning can enhance regional competitiveness. Overall, the JS-SEZ demonstrates significant potential to become an integrated economic ecosystem supporting advanced manufacturing, digital services, logistics, innovation, and sustainable development while strengthening Johor's position within Southeast Asia's evolving industrial economy.
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