Datacentres are all the rage at the moment. Their growth is set to outstrip power supply as it stands and the associates risks being significant. In this episode, we’re joined by Richard O’Brien of Merlin Insurance, and Eddie Beer of IN2 Engineering for a look at what those risks are, how they’re managed, where the energy comes from, and how insurance can help.
The team discuss what the future holds, what the latest risks are, and where is technology moving? How do datacentre projects differ fundamentally from other regular construction projects? When designing such projects are there key elements to bear in mind that might not arise on other projects?
The complexity of cost, time, and how insurance interacts with such complex and fast-paced projects are all discussed in this brilliant new podcast. If this topic is of interest, join us in Manchester on 4th November 2026. Eddie will join another panel to look at datacentres in detail, along with a host of expert speakers.