DCD>Connect is the ultimate in-person event for buyers & specifiers across the data center ecosystem.

Bringing together over 1,400 senior leaders working on the largest data center projects in Spain and Southern Europe, DCD>Connect | Madrid will set the agenda for industry discussion in 2024 and help you forge new partnerships and identify innovative solutions to your core challenges.

Three dedicated content stages. Best-in-class technology discovery. Unparalleled networking opportunities.

Here's what you can expect at this year's event...

Tech Exchange Sessions: Fast-track your technology discovery

A staple of the DCD>Connect series, our Tech Exchange sessions allow you to identify new technology solutions and collaborate with your peers on May 21st.

First, you'll hear rapid-fire pitches about new solutions from potential partners in a technology or service category that's of interest to you.

Then, you'll join a small group of like-minded peers & solutions providers for an informal roundtable discussion. Here, you can ask questions about the new products & services you've just heard about, and collaborate with your peers on your procurement challenges.

Coffee, tea, soft drinks and canapés will be served throughout the Tech Exchange session to ensure you have a comfortable & relaxed experience.

We'll be exploring the following technologies & services during the Tech Exchange sessions:

Power & Sustainability
Critical Environment
Construction
Network & Connectivity
Cooling
Facilities Management

Three Content Stages: Hear from over 140 expert speakers

Get to grips with the hottest trends of 2024, from the AI Revolution to Sustainability Accountability.

We'll be running three dedicated content stages live on the Show Floor, where you can hear from industry experts as they explore the challenges and opportunities currently shaping the market in Spain and Southern Europe, with plenty of opportunities for live Q&A!

Addressing the most significant challenges facing the digital infrastructure community, from the prominence of Nordic countries as an example of environmental sustainability, to the Community of Valencia as an attractive destination for data center installation, and the development of incentives and regulations for the Data Center sector in Europe

With over 140+ expert speakers set to share their insights, you can expect to hear from:

Elliot Zounon, Director Data Center Solutions, CBRE
Elena Corredor, Sustainability Business Development Manager - Spain & Portugal, Arcadis
Emilio Díaz, Presidente, SpainDC
Henry Daunert, CEO, AQ Compute
Ignacio Azorín González, Digital Strategy Director, Madrid Region Digital Office
Jakob Jul Jensen, Board Member, Danish Data Center Industry
Luis Socías, Managing Director, Invest in Madrid
Adam Eaton, Board Member, The European Data Centre Association (EUDCA)
Antonio Suárez García, XpedITe Global Product Manager, RiT Tech Ltd
Carlos Cardenal, Iberia Team Leader - Data Center, Enterprise & IEI, Panduit
José Luis Borrallo, Business Manager - Smart Industries, PureverLife
Tobias Kederer, EMEA Head of Sustainability & Migrations/Modernization, AWS
Ash Evans, EMEA Lead - Energy & Location Strategy, Google

Industry leaders explore the key issues facing operators across Europe on the Main Stage:

Conference & Event Schedule

DCD>Investment Forum: New for 2024

Explore the current and upcoming investment & financing trends underpinning the digital infrastructure sector on May 22.

To kick-off the second day of DCD>Connect | Madrid, we'll be hosting a closed-door DCD>Investment Forum exclusively for CFOs and finance teams from data center operators and digital infrastructure-focused financial institutions.

You can expect to join leaders from major financial institutions, REITs, institutional investors, infrastructure funds, private equity, sovereign wealth funds, brokers & advisory teams during this half-day summit focused on the current & upcoming investment and financing trends which underpin the digital infrastructure sector.

We are at a time where sustainability has become the compass guiding investments, so green financing will be one of the fundamental axes shaping the discussions at this DCD>Investment Forum, in addition to understanding the evolution of mergers and acquisitions taking place and how these are changing the current and future landscape of the data center market.

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Industry-leading content

DCD>Panels

Addressing the key issues shaping the Spanish and Southern European markets today, hear from industry leaders as they discuss the key issues facing operators.
DCD>Tech Showcases

Benchmark your operational performance and gain behind-the-scenes insights from peers at major operators, including Microsoft, Equinix and more
DCD>Debates

Challenge your views with DCD>Debates, a series of open, interactive discussions - expect expert insight, lively debate & interactive Q&A
DCD>Talks

Enjoy TEDxTalks style deep-dives with industry experts, live on the main stage

Best-in-class partner & technology discovery

Technology Discovery Experience

Enjoy 2 days of cutting edge tech discovery on the show floor, with over 80+ partners onsite
Ask the experts your key questions

Talk to dedicated product experts live on the show floor, with opportunities for Q&A and informal follow up discussions
Preview Emerging Technologies

Gain exclusive insights into emerging technologies, with pre-scheduled product demos, video-previews and behind-the-scenes insights into product development roadmaps
Build relationships with suppliers from across Europe

Enjoy a curated meeting schedule tailored to your ongoing project requirements, to accelerate & inform your buying experience

Confirmed attendees include:

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This is one of the most anticipated events in Spain and Southern Europe Data enter calendar and also one of the longest running shows. Over the last 17 years we have had to reinvent our event format to make sure it is delivering attendees what they need in one of the world's fastest paced industry sectors.

If you register to attend, you can expect a 'high density' experience where you will be exposed to new ideas, new technologies and make meaningful new contacts.

Check out our video to get an idea of the new DCD>Connect experience.

Unparalleled networking opportunities

Icebreaker Cocktail

Celebrate opening night alongside 500 of the industry’s biggest names
Networking Breakfast

Ease into the day with a networking breakfast, to connect with your peers
Technology Exchanges

Selected meetings to connect you with potential partners
Welcome Lunch

Join peers from across the industry for a sit down lunch focused on one of seven key topics, including sustainability, construction at scale and more
Business Lounge

Build new connections with senior professionals from across the data center design, build, procurement and operations ecosystem with complimentary access to the DCD>Business Lounge
Private Meeting Rooms

For more formal meetings, or in the event you require more privacy, take advantage of our closed door meeting rooms
Wine Tasting

Enjoy a wine tasting to network with colleagues and peers in a relaxed environment
Closing Cocktail Party

Wind down with music and free-flowing drinks amongst old and new industry friends on closing night

Ready to join us in Madrid on May 21-22? Here are you ticket options:

VIP All Access Pass FREE
All Access Paid Pass 1,995€
Business Development Pass 3,499€
Showfloor Access Pass FREE

VIP All Access Pass:

This pass includes all types of data center operators (enterprises, cloud, and colocation), as well as AECs involved in the design and construction ecosystem. We have only a limited number of passes for this event. Upon receiving your request, we will review the information, and if approved, you will receive confirmation.

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All Access Paid Pass

The All Access passes are available to anyone working in AECs (Architectures, Engineering, Consultants, Contractors, Investments) and professionals in sales, marketing, or business development in Colocation or Cloud companies. Upon receiving your request, we will review the information, and if approved, you will receive confirmation.

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Business Development Paid Pass

Sales and business development professionals from colocation providers, construction specifiers, engineering and consulting firms, or other advisory companies, can apply for a limited number of tickets for the Business Development Paid Pass. Upon receiving your request, we will review the information, and if approved, you will receive confirmation.

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Showfloor Access Pass

Who can apply?

Enterprise, Hyperscale and Investment companies, as well as those from Colocation and AEC/Advisory companies (including those with sales, marketing & business development job titles). Resellers and Systems Integrators are also eligible for Showfloor passes.

What's included?

A Showfloor Pass gives you complimentary access to all of the content taking place on the May 22 (9:00am - 5:30pm), as well as access to the showfloor so you can network with technology vendors and solutions providers who suit your buying needs.
Showfloor Passes do not include access to Day One of the event, Hosted Lunch Briefings, the VIP Networking Lounge or hosted food and beverages.

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