This year’s Data Centre World 2025 at ExCel London was another fantastic event, and Technimove was right at the heart of the action. Our stand was a hub of activity, drawing in existing and potential clients, partners and suppliers, all eager to discuss the evolving future of data centres.
The energy was palpable, with meaningful conversations, insightful discussions, and a shared excitement about the future of the industry.
The Shifting Landscape: Hybrid and On-Prem Solutions Make a Comeback
One of the most compelling topics at the event was the resurgence of hybrid and on-premises solutions. While cloud computing remains a dominant force, businesses are increasingly realising that it is not always the ultimate or most cost-effective solution. There are two key reasons for this shift:
Cost Considerations – Rising cloud costs, unpredictable pricing structures, and data egress fees have led many businesses to reconsider their reliance on full-cloud environments.
By integrating hybrid or on-prem solutions, companies can better control costs while maintaining performance and security.
Infrastructure and Control – Certain industries, particularly those with high compliance and security needs, are finding that retaining on-premises data centre infrastructure provides them with greater control over their critical data and workloads.
The AI and GPU Revolution: Powering the Modern Data Centre
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) solutions were also hot topics throughout the event. As AI-driven workloads continue to expand, data centres are evolving to accommodate the increased demand for high-performance computing. However, this shift brings new challenges in power consumption and sustainability.
Many conversations focused on how the industry can balance performance with sustainability. The rising demand for GPUs and AI processing capabilities has led to increased power requirements, which in turn has raised concerns about energy consumption and environmental impact.
Data centre operators are now exploring innovative ways to optimise power usage, improve efficiency, and integrate renewable energy solutions to address these challenges.
Addressing Power and Sustainability Concerns
Energy companies at the event also shared concerns about reutilising existing land and infrastructure while managing the growing power demands of modern data centres. As businesses strive for sustainability, there is an increasing focus on:
Efficient Energy Use – Leveraging cutting-edge cooling technologies and energy-efficient hardware.
Renewable Energy Integration – Investing in solar, wind, and other renewable sources to reduce carbon footprints.
Power Infrastructure Challenges – Ensuring that existing grid capabilities can support the growing energy demands of AI and high-performance computing workloads.
The Technimove team at Data Centre World 2025
Introducing Technimove Pathfinder: A Game-Changer in Data Centre Consultancy
A highlight of the event was the discussion around Technimove Pathfinder, our revolutionary data centre consultancy enhancement. Pathfinder leverages market intelligence and advanced data analytics to match businesses with the best data centre solutions, ensuring cost-effectiveness, efficiency, and future-proofing.
With access to data and insights from over 1,600 global data centre providers, Pathfinder streamlines the selection process, helping businesses make informed decisions that align with their strategic goals.
Clients at the event highlighted the numerous benefits of Technimove Pathfinder, including its ability to provide real-time global data centre insights, enabling informed decision-making that aligns technical and budgetary requirements with long-term strategic goals.
Businesses praised its capability to identify the best-fit technology providers, ensuring solutions tailored to unique needs while leveraging market intelligence to negotiate optimal pricing and contractual conditions.
Additionally, Pathfinder streamlines deployment, ensuring seamless integration and implementation while minimising downtime and business risks – allowing organisations to focus on growth and innovation.
The power of partnerships was a strong focus for us throughout the event, and Pathfinder will only serve to add more strength and opportunities for our partners. We’re grateful to all of our partners for their support around the event and we can’t wait to see what future collaborations will bring to all parties.
Looking Ahead: A Future of Growth and Innovation
As we wrap up an incredible Data Centre World 2025, we want to extend a heartfelt thank you to our partners, clients, and everyone who visited our stand. Your enthusiasm, insights, and collaboration made this event truly special.
The year ahead is brimming with opportunities, and we are excited to continue driving innovation, supporting businesses, and shaping the future of data centres.