Visionaries and innovators from across the data centre industry are encouraged to nominate their most outstanding projects, teams and organisations for recognition on the world stage at the Datacloud Global Awards.
Celebrating Excellence at Cannes’ Iconic Venue
Set to take place on the 1st of June, the awards ceremony will be held at the renowned Palais des Festivals et des Congrès in Cannes, France – the legendary home of the Cannes Film Festival.
Wide-Ranging Categories Reflect Industry Dynamism
The 2026 awards will shine a spotlight on exceptional achievements across a diverse set of categories – from sustainability and diversity initiatives to breakthroughs in technology deployment and individual leadership. The aim: to celebrate the people and organisations driving transformative growth and ingenuity in a sector at the heart of global digital transformation.
Strategic Opportunity for International Recognition
Securing a place on the Datacloud Global Awards shortlist, or ultimately winning, is a strategic opportunity for brands and individuals to enhance their profile, with finalists benefiting from extensive exposure via Datacloud’s digital channels, industry press, and invaluable networking at the exclusive Cannes gala dinner and after-party.
Straightforward Submission Process
Entries are now being accepted through the official online portal, designed for ease and accessibility. The deadline for submissions is 19 February 2026.
Transparent and Rigorous Judging
Once entries close in February, a distinguished panel of industry experts will independently review and score each submission. Judges are matched to categories based on their expertise, ensuring fair and transparent assessments. Categories lacking a sufficient number of high-quality entries may be merged or withdrawn to maintain the integrity of competition. Shortlisted entries and eventual winners will be selected based on factors such as relevance, clarity, evidential strength and overall sector contribution, with winners unveiled at the Cannes ceremony.
Increasing Industry Impact
As digital infrastructure markets surge the Datacloud Global Awards have become the sector’s definitive mark of excellence. The 2025 edition, which coincided with the 20th anniversary of the Datacloud Global Congress, attracted record participation and widespread media attention. Past winners include major data centre operators, sustainability champions and emerging talent, reflecting the depth and breadth of innovation celebrated by these awards.
Get Involved
With entries now open, organisations across the cloud and digital infrastructure landscape are urged to prepare their submissions and seize the opportunity for global recognition.
2026 Categories
Innovation Project & Technology Categories
- Cloud & Content Service Innovator of the Year
- Edge & SASE Impact Award
- Best AI Innovation
- Best Data Centre Software or Solution Provider of Year
Best Regional Data Centre of the Year 2025 – Regional Providers
- Best Data Centre in Asia Pacific Award
- Best Data Centre in Europe Award
- Best Data Centre in Middle East & Africa
- Best Data Centre in Americas Award
- Best Global Data Centre of the Year – Global Providers
- Best Sales Team of the Year
- Best Marketing or Social Media Campaign
ESG Categories
- Data Centre Innovative Energy Solution Award
- Best Data Centre Sustainability Project of the Year
- Commitment to Diversity and Talent Development Award
Special Recognition
- Deal of the year
- Best Community Engagement Award
Individual Category
- Young Talent of the Year Award
To submit an entry or find out more about the categories and judging process click here.
Datacloud Global Congress
Datacloud Global Congress is the world’s ultimate gathering for leaders in cloud computing, data centres, and digital infrastructure. Bringing together senior executives, investors, technology providers, and policymakers from around the globe, the congress serves as a hub for discussing industry trends, innovation, and sustainability. Each year, the event features high-level panel sessions, networking opportunities, and strategic business meetings, providing attendees with insights and connections that drive the future of digital infrastructure. The 2026 edition in Cannes, France, promises to continue this tradition, culminating in the prestigious Datacloud Global Awards to celebrate outstanding achievements across the sector. To book your ticket to Datacloud Global Congress click here.
