Inside Data Centre Podcast – Détails, épisodes et analyse

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In this episode of the Inside Data Centre Podcast, Andy Davis is joined by Matt Brown, Senior Director of Design Delivery at Equinix, and Andrew Higgins, Senior Director of Global Master Planning and Sustainability at Equinix.

They explore how Equinix builds and sustains high-performance teams across global design and construction. Matt and Andrew share career journeys that span engineering, consultancy, leadership, and international project delivery, and they break down how culture, collaboration, talent development, and sustainability shape the way Equinix operates at scale.

Key Topics:

• How diverse backgrounds strengthen global design and construction teams
• Creating alignment across regions, time zones, and cultures
• Mentorship, coaching, and career mobility inside Equinix
• Leadership behaviours that drive autonomy, trust, and well-being
• Why innovation and sustainability motivate high-performing teams
• What makes Equinix’s culture distinct in a competitive industry

Tune in for a candid look at how Equinix nurtures people, builds leadership, and delivers global projects at pace.

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The Inside Data Centre Podcast is recorded in partnership with DataX Connect, a specialist data centre recruitment company based in the UK. They operate on a global scale to place passionate individuals at the heart of leading data centre companies.

To learn more about Andy Davis and the rest of the DataX team, click here: DataX Connect

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In this episode of the Inside Data Centre Podcast, Andy Davis is joined by Richard Ludwig, Director of Digital Infrastructure at Elantra. Richard breaks down the major financial and M&A activity that shaped 2025, from early market wobbles caused by DeepSeek and Microsoft lease cancellations to record-breaking deals, including the $40 billion Cyline acquisition. They also explore what's driving continued investment in 2026 and beyond.

Key Topics:

• Why 2025 saw the largest data centre M&A deal ever at $40BN.
• Enterprise colo making a comeback as hyperscale valuations price out mid-market funds.
• Neo clouds emerging as a new category of customer alongside hyperscalers.
• Power constraints, AI growth zones, and the UK's pricing challenges.
• Full stack acquisitions and Middle East expansion trends for 2026.
• Why flashy megawatt announcements aren't always what they seem.

Tune in for a sharp, insider look at where the money's flowing, and where it's heading next.

Download the report here - Alantra 2025 Data Centre M&A Review - DataX Connect

Learn more about Alantra - Alantra | Possibility is in the ascent

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The Inside Data Centre Podcast is recorded in partnership with DataX Connect, a specialist data centre recruitment company based in the UK. They operate on a global scale to place passionate individuals at the heart of leading data centre companies.

To learn more about Andy Davis and the rest of the DataX team, click here: DataX Connect

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It's our final edition on the Inside Data Centre Podcast at Datacloud Global Congress, Cannes 2025!

Our hosts, Andy Davis and Rory Flashman, are joined by Annabel Helm, Managing Director of Datacloud (techoraco), and Lex Coors, Chief Data Centre Technology and Engineering Officer at Digital Realty and President at EUDCA, to celebrate the final day at the three-day event! From the foundation of organisation, researching speakers and adapting to quick changes, this episode highlights the success of the event, with 45% more people joining the conversation than last year, and 12,000 data centre representatives attending. They discuss why the industry return to the event every year –  growth and getting ahead of the curve, especially with regards to talent, helps to inspire the next generation, and a different sense of perception of the industry (colouring is the new hobby!)

Some key advice from Lex Coors on being in the sector: 

“Make sure you develop yourself and people around you and with you, and also this will be the core of the industry where people will have the knowledge, the title and are seen by that title”.

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The Inside Data Centre Podcast is recorded in partnership with DataX Connect, a specialist data centre recruitment company based in the UK. They operate on a global scale to place passionate individuals at the heart of leading data centre companies.

To learn more about Andy Davis and the rest of the DataX team, click here: DataX Connect

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In this episode I am joined by Kimberly Marreros, Business Program Manager at Microsoft. Kimberly discusses her career and shares her experiences with internships in the data center sector.

We discuss how Kimberly started her career and how this resulted in her taking an internship with Microsoft. Kimberly shares the value of the internship and how it has benefited her career development.

We then discuss what internships are available in the data center sector and why it is not essential that you are from a tech background. We also cover the value of mentors, interview tips, and how the sector can attract more young talent.

This is a great discussion about how the sector can attract more young people to the world of data centers.

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The Inside Data Centre Podcast is recorded in partnership with DataX Connect, a specialist data centre recruitment company based in the UK. They operate on a global scale to place passionate individuals at the heart of leading data centre companies.

To learn more about Andy Davis and the rest of the DataX team, click here: DataX Connect

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In this weeks episode I am joined by Alan Roche, Data Center Commissioning Market Lead at HDR. Alan outlines how he made the transition from nuclear submarines to data centres and why the sector is such a great place for any veterans looking to start a new career.

Firstly we discuss Alan's career and how he made the transition from nuclear submarines to data centres. Alan outlines how he found the transition to the sector and why data centres provides a great career for any veterans looking for a new career.

Alan then shares an insight to commissioning. Alan outlines what it is and why it is such an importance process of a data centre development.

Finally we discuss talent and how we can attract more people to the sector. Alan conducts a lot of work in the veteran community and he is very passionate about helping more veterans make the transition to the world of data centers. 

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The Inside Data Centre Podcast is recorded in partnership with DataX Connect, a specialist data centre recruitment company based in the UK. They operate on a global scale to place passionate individuals at the heart of leading data centre companies.

To learn more about Andy Davis and the rest of the DataX team, click here: DataX Connect

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In this episode I am joined by Jim Hart, CEO at Business Critical Solutions. Jim shares the latest news from BCS and also answers some of the questions being asked in the data centre sector today.

First up we discuss the possibility of a downturn in the data centre sector. Everybody is asking the question but what is the reality of the current market conditions?

BCS have recently joined RSBG SE, the patient capital investment arm of RAG Stiftung.  Jim explains why the decision was made to seek investment and what this means for BCS as an organisation. Jim gives an honest view of what it is like to lead a rapidly expanding and successful organisation.

Finally we discuss the need to introduce some new ideas and diverse thought into the data centre sector.

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The Inside Data Centre Podcast is recorded in partnership with DataX Connect, a specialist data centre recruitment company based in the UK. They operate on a global scale to place passionate individuals at the heart of leading data centre companies.

To learn more about Andy Davis and the rest of the DataX team, click here: DataX Connect

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In this episode I am joined by Eric Jacobs, Chief Revenue Officer at Aligned Data Centers. Aligned are growing at a rapid pace and Eric shares a great insight to how they are able to stay ahead of the growing demand.

Eric shares how he first started a career in data centers and some great advice on how you can develop a successful career in the sector. 

Eric then covers some of the recent news from Aligned. Including the increased sustainability loan and what that means for the organisation, the expansion projects currently taking place across the Aligned platform, the Nomad Futurist foundation, and we also take a look at what is next for Aligned.

You will also learn some great tips on creating a high performing company culture, something that is at the core of Aligned - it is in their DNA.

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The Inside Data Centre Podcast is recorded in partnership with DataX Connect, a specialist data centre recruitment company based in the UK. They operate on a global scale to place passionate individuals at the heart of leading data centre companies.

To learn more about Andy Davis and the rest of the DataX team, click here: DataX Connect

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In this weeks episode we turn the tables on Andy Davis. Rob Elder is the special guest host and he asks Andy about his experiences hosting the podcast over the previous two years.

Like many others Andy fell into the data centre sector during his recruitment career and he hasn't looked back since. Andy outlines how the sector has changed and why he has become an advocate for all things data centres.

Andy then outlines the story behind the podcast: why he made the decision to start the podcast, what he hoped to achieve, what he has learnt along the way, and how he sees the podcast developing over the next few years.

Finally Andy shares some predictions for the data centre sector and what he is hearing from all his discussions with those working in the sector.

Thanks to Rob Eder of Bulk Data Centers for being the special guest host.

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The Inside Data Centre Podcast is recorded in partnership with DataX Connect, a specialist data centre recruitment company based in the UK. They operate on a global scale to place passionate individuals at the heart of leading data centre companies.

To learn more about Andy Davis and the rest of the DataX team, click here: DataX Connect

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In this episode I am joined by Matt Roche, CEO at Rebelleon and Chairman at Rise Futures. We discuss Matt’s career in the sector and also the importance of looking after your mental health.

Matt didn’t follow the conventional route into data centres. He outlines the importance of mentors and how they helped shape his career.

We then discuss Rebelleon and Rise Futures. Matt shares how Rebelleon is driving climate action and impacting local communities. Matt also outlines how Rise Futures is helping to shape young peoples future careers.

Finally we discuss mental health and Matt’s own journey. Matt offers a very honest review of his experiences and shares some great advice on how we can all look after our own mental health.

Rebelleon - https://www.rebelleon.co.uk/

Rise Futures - https://www.risefutures.org/

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The Inside Data Centre Podcast is recorded in partnership with DataX Connect, a specialist data centre recruitment company based in the UK. They operate on a global scale to place passionate individuals at the heart of leading data centre companies.

To learn more about Andy Davis and the rest of the DataX team, click here: DataX Connect

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In this episode I am joined by Rob Pfleging, CEO of Nautilus Data Technologies. We discuss how Rob is settling into his new position within Nautilus, and Rob also shares some breaking news regarding a new customer.

We discuss how Rob started his career and how he has progressed to his position as CEO. Rob shares how he is finding his new role and what excites him most about the future for Nautilus.

We then discuss the reasons why Backblaze signed a 1MW capacity agreement with Nautilus located at Stockton Data Center. Rob outlines the importance of sustainability to Nautilus and how this attracted Backblaze to the organisation.

Finally we discuss what the future looks like for Nautilus and how they are looking to change the way data centers operate. 

Support the show

The Inside Data Centre Podcast is recorded in partnership with DataX Connect, a specialist data centre recruitment company based in the UK. They operate on a global scale to place passionate individuals at the heart of leading data centre companies.

To learn more about Andy Davis and the rest of the DataX team, click here: DataX Connect