Lockton helps data centre developers, investors, and operators across MENA manage physical, operational, cyber, and regulatory risks with tailored insurance and risk management solutions. From construction to operation, our holistic approach protects critical infrastructure, revenue, and leadership—supporting resilient, future-ready data centres in a rapidly growing digital economy.

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Data Centres

Data centres are the backbone of digital transformation across the Middle East and North Africa, powering cloud services, AI and critical infrastructure. But operating in this region comes with unique challenges and risks that can impact uptime, profitability and reputation.

From extreme climate conditions and energy reliability issues to regulatory compliance and cybersecurity threats, risks can arise at every stage of the data centre lifecycle from planning, construction, operation and eventual sale.

A Holistic Approach to Risk and Insurance

Future-proofing your data centre means more than technical resilience - it requires financial protection and strategic risk transfer. Our integrated solutions address every phase:

  • Planning & Construction:

  • Construction All-Risk Insurance including advanced loss of profits cover to safeguard projects from delays and damage.

  • Operational Continuity:

  • Property ‘All Risks’ for physical assets against fire, natural disasters and equipment breakdown

  • Business Interruption Insurance to protect revenue streams during

  • Public Liability, covering injury and/or damage to third parties including cover for sudden and unforeseen pollution liability.

  • Cyber Liability Insurance against data breaches and ransomware.

  • Non-Damage Power Surge parametric coverage – including sub-limit for human/user error.

  • Service Level Agreement (SLA) breach parametric coverage – financial compensation in the event of a breach, unlocking capital, reducing operational risk and strengthening financing terms for data centre operators, developers, investors and tenants.

  • Leadership & Governance:

  • Directors & Officers (D&O) Insurance protects leadership from governance-related claims.

Building Resilience from the Ground Up

Future-proofing your data centre means anticipating regulatory changes, sustainability requirements and technological advancements. Key strategies include:

  • Site Selection & Climate Adaptation

  • Redundant Power & Cooling Infrastructure

  • Robust Cybersecurity Frameworks

  • Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity Planning

  • Insurance Programmes Aligned with Regional Risks

Building Resilience

Partner with Experts

In one of the world’s fastest-growing digital markets, resilience is a competitive advantage. Our team helps you design custom insurance solutions and risk strategies that protect your investment and ensure operational continuity.

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Key Contacts

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Robbie Macwhinnie

Client Relationship Manager, Risk Solutions

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Sunil Machado

Head of Power and Infrastructure

General Inquiries

General Enquiries

contact@lockton.com