Kickstart Europe - the Data Center conference in Amsterdam

Kickstart Europe - the European data center industry’s strategic conference

Kickstart Europe is one of the must-attend annual strategy and networking events for the European digital infrastructure landscape. It’s an essential conference for companies operating in the EU, especially those focused on data center compliance, safe EU hosting, and full alignment with GDPR requirements.

Taking place in Amsterdam, the conference gathers leaders from the data center, cloud, and connectivity industries to explore upcoming trends, investments, and partnerships - all through a distinctly European lens of compliance, sovereignty, and operational reliability.

Key features of the conference:

• Held at the RAI Amsterdam Convention Centre
• Hosts more than 1,500 participants across two packed days
• Speakers from major data center developers, investors, and technology providers

How to attend and make the most of it

You can register directly via the official Kickstart Europe website.
Be aware: tickets are limited and tend to sell out in advance.

For accommodations, nearby hotels like the Amsterdam RAI or Hotel Okura offer walking distance to the venue. We’ll be staying at the RAI a couple of days before and after. If you're involved in commissioning - or want to see how we approach compliant, ready-to-operate delivery - then reach out to us or swing by the CxPlanner presence at the event.

Event agenda highlights

The Kickstart Europe agenda is packed with panels, market insights, and structured networking. Here are a few items we’re looking forward to:

1. Kickstart Invest sessions
Focused on capital trends shaping the future of data centers in Europe, this track features speakers from CBRE, CyrusOne, and Blue Owl, alongside top infrastructure investors. Expect insights on M&A activity, hyperscale demand, and market consolidation strategies.

2. European market outlooks
Market leaders like Digital Realty, Equinix, and Knight Frank deliver updates on capacity forecasts, land availability, and where growth is shifting - from FLAP-D to newer hubs like Madrid, Milan, and Warsaw.

3. Infrastructure & technology panels
Hear from experts at Schneider Electric, Siemens, and Danfoss on modular builds, grid limitations, cooling innovation, and sustainability tech. These sessions focus on design trends, power delivery, and supply chain resilience.

4. Operational excellence & commissioning discussions
Critical sessions led by NTT Global Data Centers, Microsoft, and Vertiv will cover operational readiness, commissioning strategies, and how to secure uptime from day one. This is where tools like CxPlanner connect directly to delivery performance.

5. Networking & partnership building
Throughout the day - including the welcome evening and lounge spaces - expect to meet senior leaders from companies like Google, Vantage Data Centers, EdgeConneX, and JLL. The environment is built for making valuable, lasting connections.

Operational readiness with CxPlanner

If you’re involved in new builds or ongoing operational upgrades, let’s meet. We’re showcasing how our cloud-based commissioning platform is already being used on 100,000+ m² hyperscale projects and compact single-system upgrades alike - with full EU hosting and GDPR-compliant data protection baked into the platform architecture.

• How to build and automate your commissioning plan
• Digital checklists for equipment, systems, and integrated testing
• Real-time reporting dashboards for your team and your client
• AI-driven suggestions to help spot delays, gaps, or test conflicts

We give you the secure software foundation to manage everything better - from design intent through FAT, SAT, FPT, and IST.