DATA CENTRES, DIGITAL INFRASTRUCTURE AND CLOUD COMPUTING

Supporting a Broad Range of Clients

Our team works closely with data centre developers and operators, cloud service providers, telecommunications companies, investment funds, and other technology-focused entities. We provide tailored support at every stage of the project lifecycle to ensure legal compliance and commercial success. 

 

Data Centre Development Projects (Greenfield and Brownfield) 

We provide legal assistance to data centre developers and investors in connection with the initial site legal due diligence and acquisition (both greenfield and brownfield projects), local planning, energy and water connection issues, waste heat utilization, ESG constraints, environmental and construction permitting, as well as on state aid and tax incentives relating to the development of data centres. 

 

We help data centre operators on the creation and negotiation of services and occupational agreements, both wholesale and colocation, master service agreements for the sale of a range of services.

 

We support projects from land acquisition to environmental compliance and tax incentives, between which our team ensures seamless execution.

 

Data Centre Commercial Contracts 

We assist providers and purchasers of computational power and data centre space, handling both wholesale and retail agreements, including service level agreements (SLAs) and edge computing service contracts. 

 

Network Infrastructure Transactions

Our legal services extend to the creation and implementation of agreements related to fiber-optic networks and other telecommunications infrastructure, ensuring robust frameworks for connectivity and operational efficiency.

 

Corporate Digital Solutions

We help corporate clients procure and implement digital and cloud-based solutions, negotiating licensing agreements and SLAs tailored to industry-specific operational needs across sectors such as finance, pharmaceuticals, retail, and manufacturing. Our expertise also includes compliance with data protection regulations and cloud data processing requirements.

 

Telecommunications, Privacy, and Cybersecurity

Navigating complex regulatory environments, we advise on telecommunications compliance, cybersecurity standards, and personal data protection. Our privacy and cybersecurity experts assist clients in minimizing risks, managing cross-border data transfers, and addressing sensitive information handling.

 

Strategic Mergers, Acquisitions, and Financing

With expertise in transactional and technological domains, we identify risks and propose innovative structural solutions to support our clients’ business objectives. We also advise on mergers, acquisitions, project financing, and restructuring, providing a comprehensive approach to digital sector ventures.

 

Comprehensive Service and Industry Engagement

Our commitment to the digital economy extends beyond legal advisory. As an active participant in industry conferences and events, SK&S keeps clients and partners informed about emerging trends and networking opportunities. This proactive approach enhances our ability to deliver one-stop-shop legal services, enabling the swift and efficient realization of projects in digital infrastructure and data processing.

 

Meeting the Global Challenge

Data centres have become the cornerstone of the digital economy, supporting corporate IT, financial operations, mobile computing, and more. The increasing reliance on digital infrastructure requires businesses to address challenges in data processing, storage, and flexibility. SK&S’s full-service offering is designed to meet these demands with speed, practicality, and cost-effectiveness, ensuring clients achieve their commercial goals in this rapidly-evolving landscape.

 

By combining specialized legal expertise, cross-sector collaboration, and a commitment to innovation, SK&S empowers clients to navigate the complexities of the digital transformation era with confidence.