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Zurich Resilience Solutions Introduces Data Center Risk Advisory

Zurich Resilience Solutions (ZRS), a leading figure in risk advisory and engineering, has made a bold move by launching a dedicated Data Center Risk Advisory practice. This new initiative gathers over 100 skilled risk engineers, who bring extensive experience in managing the complexities associated with data center developments.

This specialized team enhances ZRS's already impressive arsenal of capabilities for data center projects, offering a comprehensive suite of services that cover the entire lifecycle of these facilities—from initial planning and construction to their operational phases.

Significant Market Demand

The announcement comes at a critical juncture for the data center industry. Recent data reveals a staggering 92% increase year-on-year in investments, reaching $32.9 billion by November 2025. Experts anticipate global expenditures on data centers will soar to $6.7 trillion by 2030. This booming investment underscores the burgeoning demand for expert guidance as data center operators grapple with heightened risks that could lead to delays, safety incidents, and operational downtimes.

Zurich’s proactive approach is evident in their recently introduced Data Center Project Guard solution. This pioneering offering adapts Zurich's acclaimed Builders Risk coverage specifically for contemporary data center challenges, ensuring that clients have tailored support against unique loss drivers specific to the sector.

A Robust Support Framework

Currently, Zurich manages a staggering $1 trillion in data center assets across over 20 states. Their advisory services begin at the earliest stages of project conception and continue through to deployment in fully operational environments.

The new Data Center Risk Advisory practice not only builds on this existing foundation but also strengthens ZRS's commitment to delivering nuanced and specialized risk mitigation services for hyperscale operators and infrastructure developers.

Comprehensive Expertise

The newly formed team possesses diverse capabilities that encompass:

• - Data Center Planning and Construction
• - Property and Critical Equipment Assessment
• - Operational Resilience Strategy
• - Management of Physical and Cyber Risks
• - Business Continuity Planning
• - Mitigation of Extreme Weather Impacts

This wealth of expertise has led to exceptional customer satisfaction, as reflected in a Transactional Net Promoter Score (TNPS) of 97—demonstrating the trust clients place in Zurich’s services.

A Holistic Approach to Risk Management

Craig Phillips, Managing Partner at ZRS, emphasized the significance of data centers and AI in today’s economy. He stated, "We take pride in guiding our clients through the intricate landscape of data center construction, enabling them to manage risks, reduce expenses, and ensure successful project deliverables.”

Jon Tate, Head of Core Risk Engineering, added, “With over 100 specialized engineers and a wealth of experience across diverse sectors, our team takes a 360-degree approach to risk management. This ensures we can address potential issues at every phase of the project lifecycle.”

Commitment to Sustainability

The establishment of this new advisory practice further reinforces Zurich Resilience Solutions' dedication to guiding clients toward sustainable operational practices. This includes focusing on eco-friendly construction methods, carbon offset initiatives, and strategies for managing vulnerabilities associated with extreme weather events and cyber threats.

To discover more about Zurich Resilience Solutions and their innovative data center risk advisory services, visit us.zurichresilience.com/datacenters.

About Zurich Resilience Solutions

Zurich Resilience Solutions specializes in risk engineering and advisory services aimed to safeguard businesses' people, operations, and vital assets in an ever-evolving risk landscape. With more than 1,000 experts deployed across 40 countries and an annual portfolio involving over 60,000 risk assessments, Zurich Resilience Solutions is dedicated to helping entities of all sizes to understand and tackle the risks they face and bolster their operational resilience.