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Celebrating excellence in digital infrastructure!
The Datacloud Awards 2026 welcomed the global digital infrastructure community to an unforgettable evening at the iconic Palais des Festivals in Cannes. Kicking off the week ahead of Datacloud Global Congress and opening the industry's most important week of the year, the Awards combined black-tie elegance with a memorable Casino Royale-inspired experience to celebrate the people, projects and organisations driving the sector forward.
Throughout the evening, we recognised outstanding achievements across the digital infrastructure ecosystem, from data centre operators, cloud providers and technology innovators to investors, advisors and industry leaders. Selected by an independent panel of expert judges, the 2026 winners represent excellence, innovation and impact across a rapidly evolving industry.
Explore the full list of this year's winners.
Who Attends the Datacloud Awards?
The Datacloud Awards are the industry’s most respected celebration of excellence in digital infrastructure, bringing together senior leaders from top data centre operators, hyperscalers, investors, technology providers and advisors, the very people you’ll meet and connect with at the event.
With a carefully curated audience, the focus is as much on who attends as what is recognised, creating a setting where relationships are strengthened, new connections are made, and collaboration opportunities arise.
Kicking off Congress on Day One, the Awards return to Cannes with a refreshed identity and immersive atmosphere, offering a prestigious, unmissable night to connect, celebrate, and be part of the conversation.
Why Attend The Datacloud Awards 2026?
Prestige and Recognition
Celebrate excellence at the industry’s most prestigious global awards, backed by the most trusted media brand in digital infrastructure. Stand out with a winner's or shortlisted banner and a trophy to showcase your achievement.
Casino Royale Experience
Start your week in Cannes with the Datacloud Awards Casino Royale evening. Enjoy an evening of glamour, excitement, and casino games while celebrating standout teams and innovations. ahead of the Congress.
Meet Our Judging Panel:
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Part of Datacloud Global Congress
The Datacloud Awards take place as part of Datacloud Global Congress 2026 in Cannes, bringing the global data centre industry together for a week of insight, deal‑making and connection.
Held on day zero of Congress, the Awards set the tone by recognising outstanding achievement across the sector and bringing the community together from day one.
For those attending Datacloud Global Congress, the Awards offer an opportunity to kick off the week by reconnecting with peers, celebrating success, and building momentum ahead of the days to follow.
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Spotlight Your Brand in 2026
The Datacloud Global Awards celebrate the standout leaders, projects and innovators shaping the future of digital infrastructure. Each year, industry visionaries from around the world come together to honour excellence - and by sponsoring the 2026 Awards, your brand can be at the heart of it all.
Sponsorship is more than visibility on the night. It’s your opportunity to align with industry excellence and benefit from months of curated promotion, such as a branded presence on the awards site, targeted social media campaigns, print media features, and high-impact onsite branding.
Whether you're looking to boost awareness, drive engagement or connect face-to-face with industry leaders, our sponsorship packages offer clear ROI across multiple channels.