Data centres are already part of our critical infrastructure, arguably as essential as more traditional assets. The rapid adoption of generative AI, cloud computing and the continued expansion of the digital economy and the digital transformation more generally is created unprecedent demand for energy-intensive data centres.
At Browne Jacobson we have an integrated multi-discipline team who possess not only a deep understanding of the sector, the asset class and the underpinning legal and regulatory framework but also a developed insight into the technology and operational intricacies of data centres meaning our service is attuned the sector’s characteristics and challenges.
The multi-faceted nature of the data centre sector requires an integrated and multi-discipline service. Our comprehensive legal service spans:
- Corporate M&A and investment.
- Banking and finance.
- Projects and construction.
- Energy and infrastructure.
- Real estate and planning.
- Environment.
- AI, data protection and cyber security.
- Technology.
- Disputes.
- Regulatory.
Experience
DAS Fire
We advised the shareholders of DAS Fire Ltd, a market leader in supplying fire detection and suppression solutions to the data centre sector across the UK and Ireland on the sale to Alpine Fire.
I Squared Capital
We have advised I Squared on several investments. Their focus is global infrastructure-related investments including digital and energy projects.
Latos Data Centre Ltd
We act for Latos Data Centres, on several commercial matters. They are a state-of-the art provider of purpose-built data centre solutions harnessing renewable energy to power their projects.
Timico
We have done commercial contract work for Timico, transforming platforms across secured, connected and cloud digital space.
Expertise
Key contacts

Paul Hill
Partner

Michael Sadler
Partner

Zoe Stollard
Partner

Paul Tohill
Legal Director

Darren Ashworth
Partner

Mike Jackson
Partner

Clare Hanna
Partner
