Programme
Engineering Data Center Design for the Rapidly Advancing AI Environment
Sean A. Timmons, with extensive experience in engineering and design, is leading efforts in data center design for AI environments. The landscape of data center construction is rapidly transforming due to AI workloads. AI data centers require specialized infrastructure, including high-performance computing, advanced cooling systems (with liquid cooling emerging as a key technology) and robust networking. The shift from data centers to compute centers is driven by the power demands of GPUs.
Datacenter Changemakers Finland
Episode 1
Back in Helsinki is Datacenter Changemakers Finland, our live talk shows with the people who are changing the face of the data center industry. The most pressing issues facing the digital infrastructure sector will be discussed.
Hosted & moderated by
Liselotte Lyngsø
Founder of Future Navigator
In this episode we'll discuss the AI arms race.
AI Infrastructure investments: hype vs real value
As companies like DeepSeek and Mistral AI develop powerful yet lower-energy models, investors and enterprise leaders must rethink where capital flows. Will these advancements reduce data center demand or fuel even greater AI adoption? We’ll explore the financial, technological, and policy implications of AI’s next evolution.
Guests include:
Ruben Bryon – Founder, DataCrunch
Timo Harakka – Member, Parliament of Finland
Kim Gunnelius – Managing Director Finland, Verne
Partnering for AI-ready Data Centers
Join Schneider Electric for a keynote where we will unveil our bold vision for the data centers of today and tomorrow. Discover our latest AI-ready innovations and energy solutions, as we continue to be your trusted partner. In addition to diving into the energy consumption challenges facing data centers amid the AI revolution, you’ll hear about our large-scale investment in AI solutions, latest innovative products, end-to-end solutions and strategic partnerships—all designed to tackle energy hurdles head-on.
The Future of Room-Based Cooling Systems in AI and High-Density Data Centers
Presented by Mathias Köster, Head of SBA Thermal Management, and Christoph Loehner, International Sales Engineer.
Building out DC Networks in the AI era
As AI deployments are picking up, a revolution is taking place on how networks are built within and across datacenters. This session will provider a deeper insight in the challenging networking demands of AI workloads. It then continues on the implications architecturally, i.e. how to build out reliable server and datacenter interconnectivity to deliver the best possible performance for every AI training and inference task. It also touches on the operational aspects when deploying GPU server infrastructure, specifically on how to control deployments in a reliable way while still ensuring a fast time to market. Finally, it concludes with giving a few pointers on what Nokia offers in this space.
Managing the full value chain to deliver tailored, on-time emergency power systems with guaranteed quality
Data centers today require uncompromising uptime, scalability, and resilience in an era of growing power demands and grid instability. Managing the full value chain ensures reliable, on-time emergency power solutions that integrate seamlessly with evolving infrastructures. Tailored systems, proactive maintenance, and flexible capacity help data centers stay ahead in a dynamic, high-stakes environment.
Case Netox: Building cyber resilient infrastructure together with Verne
This session explores a real-world case study of the partnership between Verne and Netox. The speakers – Kim Gunnelius (Managing Director Finland of Verne) and Ville Kankare (Vice President Security & Modern Work of Netox) – will examine the demands of cyber-resilience and the challenges it poses for infrastructure and data centers. We’ll also discuss best practices for aligning cyber security and data center operations to build trust and business continuity.
Digital Infrastructure Europe: The Opportunities and Challenges
As technology continues to evolve the digitalisation space with richer content, AI, IoT and Automation, what is the impact on technical facilities? The distributed Datacenter, blurred lines between telecom and data PoPs, repurposing existing properties, and bringing the compute closer to the end user. Is the facility domain ready for the next wave?
Building Data Centers - Velocity at Scale
The need for high-speed, efficient deployment has never been more urgent. In this presentation, we will explore how to build data centers at velocity speed, focusing on innovative strategies, technologies, and best practices.
Why Efficiency?
The regulatory dimension – how does it effect your company? (looking at compliance to the following regulations, taking a view of this since the Omnibus review, to see if it’s still the same).
-Energy Efficiency Directive
- Taxonomy Regulation / Code of Conduct for Data Center Energy Efficiency
Elevate your company's efficiency: Harnessing European and international standards for credibility. (Good business practice reasons for efficiency)
- Designed in and operational efficiency
- Resource efficiency
- Cost savings / return on investment
Data centers as ecosystems – Re-imagining Data centers for Regenerative Future
What if the data center was not merely a hub for digital activity, but a thriving multipurpose engine and ecosystem of a place? A place where energy is not just consumed, but generated, where resources flow dynamically, and which makes the connected systems flourish by creating a net positive impact on communities and the environment.
In this presentation we dare you to imagine the regenerative future of data centers and point out the business case behind it. We will create a glimpse of the vision and show the steps going forward creating data centers where efficiency is paired with holistic sustainability goals, innovation is entwined with resilience and performance coupled healthy environments.
Due to their low environmental impact and energy prices, Datacenters in the Nordics are becoming catalysts for AI workloads in Europe. But, enterprises are looking for ways to train AI models with their data instead of having generic results based on unknown sources. A flexible interconnection platform can help bridging the gap between datacenters offering AI services and customers wanting to train their AI models to gain insights from their data.
IT/OT Convergence without downtime: Architecting for Reliability
Presented by Carsten Braagaard, Solutions Consultant Manager Nordics at Hitachi Vantara and Tero Talonen, Marketing and Sales Manager Cluster Nordics at Hitachi Energy.
In today’s highly digitalized world, seamless IT and OT operations depend on a resilient foundation. Join Hitachi Energy and Vantara as we combine expertise to deliver a comprehensive approach to datacenter reliability. This session will explore how robust power infrastructure and intelligent datacenter architecture work together to ensure uninterrupted operations, maximum efficiency, and 100% data availability—empowering businesses to thrive in an always-on environment.
Nordic Data Centers in a Global Context: Trends, Challenges, and Comparisons
The Nordic data center industry is evolving rapidly, shaped by sustainability initiatives, AI-driven demands, and workforce shortages. This session presents key findings from the latest industry survey, comparing trends in the Nordics with other global markets. We will explore how the region stands out in areas like energy efficiency and regulation, while also addressing challenges shared with the rest of the world. Join us for a data-driven discussion on the future of data centers in the Nordics and beyond.
Datacenter Changemakers Finland
Episode 2
Back in Helsinki is Datacenter Changemakers Finland, our live talk shows with the people who are changing the face of the data center industry. The most pressing issues facing the digital infrastructure sector will be discussed.
Hosted & moderated by
Liselotte Lyngsø
Founder of Future Navigator
In this episode:
Power Struggle: The Role of Data Centers in Finland's Energy Future
As Finland reassesses its energy strategy, data centers are emerging as both a challenge and a solution. How can data centers contribute to grid stability, load balancing, and heat reuse while managing their growing electricity demand?
Guests include:
Risto Kuusi – Senior Expert, Fingrid
Antti Hänninen – Caverion Suomi Oy - Advisor, ecogrid.energy
Sami Niiranen – Secretary of the Board, Finnish Data Center Association
Transforming Heat into Value
Data centers can be at the forefront of sustainable innovation through waste heat reuse: using the excess heat generated by servers into a valuable resource for nearby communities and industries. By doing so, data centers not only mitigate their environmental impact but also contribute positively to local energy ecosystems. What are the trends, specific challenges and, above all, opportunities for all involved?
Guests include:
Jonathan Evans – Director, Total Data Centre Solutions
Jonathan Mattis-Glender – Chief Information Officer, Digital Energy Group AG
Networking drinks reception
Sponsored by Helsinki Partners and Helen
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