The hyperscale cloud and AI data centre developer and operator, Pure Data Centres Group (Pure DC), has appointed Gary Wojtaszek as executive chairman and interim CEO.
Wojtaszek (pictured) previously led CyrusOne through a period of transformational growth, scaling it into one of the world’s largest operators before its $15bn acquisition by KKR and Global Infrastructure Partners.
Dame Dawn Childs DBE, who has served as CEO of Pure DC since May 2023, will transition to the role of president.
Wojtaszek said: “Pure DC has built a strong, differentiated platform across Europe and the Middle East. The AI wave that transformed the US market is now emerging across Europe, and the opportunity to scale a focused, high quality platform at this moment is compelling. Our objective is clear: expand in supply-constrained core markets, deliver for hyperscale and AI customers at the highest standards, and develop the next generation of large-scale AI campuses across the region.”
Childs added: “Gary’s appointment is a significant milestone for Pure DC. His global leadership experience and proven ability to scale complex infrastructure platforms make him uniquely suited to lead our next chapter of growth. We have strong momentum and a world class team – and this leadership transition positions us to accelerate further.”
