Data Centre LIVE: The Global Summit 2026 Event in London

Data Centre Magazine is thrilled to announce Data Centre LIVE: The Global Summit Event, taking place on 20-21 May 2026 at Exhibition White City, London.

Making its in-person debut, the event brings together the world's leading data centre operators, technology providers and infrastructure innovators for two days of unparalleled networking, insight and celebration of industry excellence.

Why attend Data Centre LIVE: The Global Summit Event 2026?

By offering immersive conference programming and attracting more than 1,000 attendees, the event provides the strategic intelligence, industry relationships and practical solutions essential for thriving in an environment transformed by AI, environmental imperatives and unprecedented demands for capacity and reliability.

With a lineup of more than 50 industry experts, 12 specialist content streams and four executive-level workshops, the summit programme combines actionable insights with forward-thinking strategy for developing high-performance, sustainable and adaptable data centre operations. 

Whether your focus is driving technological advancement, optimising operational excellence or ensuring infrastructure supports ambitious business objectives, Data Centre LIVE: The Global Summit is where vision translates into results.

What are the content tracks at Data Centre LIVE: The Global Summit Event 2026?

The event offers comprehensive coverage to the key trends and developments shaping the global data centre landscape, including:

• The Data Centre Leaders Forum
• The AI Data Centre Debate
• The Infrastructure & Facilities Management Forum
• Energy & Sustainability in Data Centres
• Power & Energy Management
• The Future of Data Centre Technology
• Water Management Strategies 
• Women in Data Centres
• The Data Centre Sustainability Summit
• The Future of Design & Build
• The Data Centre Operations Forum 
• The Data Centre Cooling Forum
• Sustainable Technology Solutions

Day 1 will feature keynote presentations, panel discussions, fireside chats, workshops, innovation sessions and networking breaks. Attendees have numerous opportunities to explore the critical challenges and opportunities shaping the future of data centre operations. 

Day 2 continues with further thought leadership sessions, ensuring attendees gain maximum value from their time at the event.

Data Centre LIVE: The Global Awards

One of the highlights of Data Centre LIVE will be The Global Awards ceremony on the afternoon and evening of Day 1, recognising the individuals, teams and organisations driving innovation and operational excellence across the sector.

With categories spanning infrastructure leadership, sustainability initiatives, technological innovation and individual achievement, the awards will spotlight those setting new benchmarks in an industry powering the digital economy.

Entries are now open and sponsorship opportunities available. To submit your entry, click here.

Organisations from around the world are eligible to enter Data Centre LIVE: The Global Awards across multiple categories celebrating excellence in data centre operations and leadership:

• Enterprise of the Year (1,000+)
• Company of the Year (<1000)
• The Data Centre Hero Award
• The Future Leader Award
• The Data Centre 'Design & Build' of the Year
• The Data Centre Vendor of the Year Award
• The Data Centre Technology Award
• The Cloud Innovation Award
• The AI Excellence Award
• The Sustainable Data Centre Award
• The Water Positivity Award
• The Energy Solution Award

Why enter the awards?

Entering Data Centre LIVE: The Global Awards 2026 provides global exposure for your brand through integrated marketing, press coverage and prominent on-site recognition.

You will connect with C-suite executives and senior decision-makers at an exclusive awards ceremony, creating opportunities for strategic partnerships and business development.

The programme positions your organisation as an industry leader in data centre innovation and operations, while connecting you with clients and partners driving investment in next-generation infrastructure.

By aligning with the premier data centre industry event, you build credible industry recognition that extends your visibility and influence well beyond the awards ceremony.

Key dates for your diary

• Entries close – 30 March 2026
• Final judging – April 2026
• Shortlist announced – April 2026
• Summit & Awards – 20 May 2026

To find out more about Data Centre LIVE: The Global Summit Event and how to enter The Global Awards, click here.