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We help you navigate every stage of the lifecycle with confidence – and advice built on experience.
Data centers are the backbone of the new global economy. They are critical infrastructure, powering data, connectivity, vital services – and society depends on them.
Intelligent risk solutions for the project lifecycle
Data centers are the backbone of the new global economy. They are critical infrastructure, powering data, connectivity, vital services – and society depends on them.
From hyperscalers to colocation facilities, from conception to stabilization – every part of the lifecycle has a distinct risk profile.
Lockton brings a unified approach to risk. Across specialties, business lines and geographies, we advise clients on program design, procurement and placement strategy - helping shape the right structure, engage the right markets and deliver solutions aligned to long-term business goals.
Wherever you are on a timeline, wherever you are on a map, you get a globally connected, integrated risk partner.
Mitigate your risks. Understand your exposures. Protect the future as it’s built.
One unified approach to data center risk
Data centers face evolving operational, construction and climate risks. Explore how we deliver integrated solutions built for the demands of critical digital infrastructure.
A sector like no other
Data centers are at the heart of a generational shift. Sophisticated digital and physical infrastructure. Stabilized assets. Integral power generation. And all while delivering critical services and growing at speed. This gives the sector a unique risk profile – and the need to find intelligent solutions to match.
Advisory at every stage
Site acquisition
Location shapes everything and structuring deals correctly shapes success:
Transactional risk embedded in the deal
Our team protects you against contingent liabilities, title gaps, planning permissions and cross-border tax exposures with specialist insurance.
Future site viability
Climate risk modelling that evaluates extreme weather exposure before capital is committed.
Planning and design
Effective risk management prevents, not corrects:
Reducing risk in design
Solutions that reduce costs, improve insurer appetite and protect operational income throughout the asset's life – from on paper to the power grid.
Compliance made easy
Our data center sustainability questionnaire supports your insurance market story. Demonstrate how siting, design and strong governance mitigate losses – and secure stronger insurance terms.
Construction
Where exposure concentrates across people and project:
Delay in start-up
Protecting you from the financial consequences of missing RFS dates. Assurance for lenders and customers alike.
Solving extended lead times
We map procurement and transit risk profiles. Don’t let supply chain disruption derail timelines and investment.
Stabilized assets
Where the risks are broad, layered and constantly evolving:
SLA breaches
Access purpose-built parametric SLA insurance. Triggered by predefined uptime breaches, you get immediate liquidity with no lengthy claims process.
A new world of digital crime
Cyber risks go far beyond simple data loss. We quantify, prioritize and strategize holistic frameworks for truly resilient defence.
Energy & Power
Access specialized solutions purpose-built for the digital infrastructure ecosystem:
De-risk outages
Whether it’s over the fence or islanded, maintaining capacity is crucial. We can structure loss of revenue protection in the event of an unplanned outage – preparing you for anything.
Grid connection support
Demand’s increasing faster than ever. We advise on demand response, interconnection agreements and every kind of strategy to keep you connected and future-proofed.
Refresh and horizon scanning
Risk doesn't stop at stabilization – it evolves:
Know your people
From security training and contractor screening to in-depth performance reviews, we’ll help you build an honest, transparent working environment.
Future clarity, future confidence
Claims management, risk engineering, loss control surveys – whatever the future holds, we identify and mitigate threats with our full suite of capabilities.
Our Data Centers capabilities
Alternative Risk Finance & Analytics
Business Interruption
Construction
Contractual Risk
Cyber & Technology
E&O and Professional Indemnity
Energy & Power
Management Liability
Parametric Solutions
People Solutions
Political Violence & Terrorism
Product Recall
Risk Control
Stabilized Assets
Strategic Risk
Transactional Liability
Why Lockton?
A dynamic culture
Our culture creates the space for us to be challenging and creative. This underpins the way we work with you, across all our teams and across the insurance market. It’s a fundamental differentiator that allows us to work effectively across all our specialist teams. It means we can effectively mobilize the entire resources of Lockton for your benefit.
Stability for your future
We recognise the value to you of committed and stable service teams. Our growth strategy is organic, consistently focused on attracting and retaining the very best talent. This ensures the long-term stability of our teams and the full engagement of our people. It assures you of focused broking, and first-class service.
We work with
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Hyperscalers
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Colocation and wholesale data center operators
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Data Centers International Practice Contacts
David Hayhow
Europe
david.hayhow@uk.lockton.com
+44 20 7933 2624
Rachel Norris
Europe
rachel.norris@lockton.com
+44 782 550 3413
Robbie Macwhinnie
Middle East and Africa
robbie.macwhinnie@lockton.com
+971 506215765
Stephen Cooper
Pacific
stephen.cooper@lockton.com
+61 401 322 358
Qing Ling Chiam
Asia
qingling.chiam@lockton.com
+65 8722 7643
Ed Fyfe
Latin America & Caribbean
efyfe@lockton.com
Wade Ervin
US
wervin@lockton.com
+1 646 572 7384
Data Centers Insurance FAQs
What does Professional Indemnity Insurance for architects cover?
Architects Professional Indemnity Insurance can protect you against a wide range of risks associated with practicing as an architect. Chief among these is financial protection against claims for professional negligence. This includes mistakes, errors or omissions made in your professional role: for example, design errors, incorrect specifications or inadequate project management. PII for architects also cover legal costs associated with defending claims of professional negligence. It can also protect you against breach of contract, defamation and libel, loss of documents and intellectual property infringement. PII cover can be extended to include things like third-party injury or property damage.
What are the most common professional liability risks for architects?
The types of professional liability risk to which architects are most exposed begin, but by no means end, with professional negligence. This arises when you, as an architect, are accused of not exercising an appropriate level of skill and care, leading to errors or omissions that result in financial loss or damage to others. Another common form of professional liability for architects is breach of contract. This arises if you fail to meet the terms and conditions outlined in a contract you have signed with a client. Professional liability claims can also arise from defective design, health and safety breaches, intellectual property infringement, non-compliance with planning permission, environmental or other regulations, and a wide range of other sources.
Why do I need engineers Professional Indemnity Insurance?
Across Asia, engineering professionals and firms are increasingly expected to carry Professional Indemnity Insurance (PII) as part of good risk management practice. While requirements differ by market, many industry bodies and project owners — including government agencies, developers, and multinational corporations — require proof of adequate PII before awarding engineering contracts. PII is essential because it provides financial protection against claims arising from negligence, errors, or omissions in the delivery of your professional services. This can include design or calculation mistakes, project management issues, or failure to meet contractual obligations. PII helps cover legal defence costs, settlements, and compensation, ensuring that engineering professionals and firms can continue operating without facing potentially severe financial impact. In a region with rapidly expanding infrastructure and complex project demands, PII is a critical safeguard for your business and professional reputation.