Colt Data Centre Services (Colt DCS), global provider of hyperscale and large enterprise data centre solutions, has appointed two new Senior Directors to support its rapid growth and drive the execution of hyperscale projects.
David Hyatt steps into the role of Senior Director of Development and Delivery UK & Europe.
With over 15 years in the hyperscale data centre industry, David has delivered hundreds of megawatts of capacity through high-performing teams. His career spans senior roles at Iron Mountain Data Centers, Yondr, and ISG, covering the full lifecycle from site selection to commissioning. Known for his strategic planning, sustainable design expertise, and commitment to safety, David will lead strategy and execution across Site Development, Design, Commercial, and Delivery for the UK and Europe.
Florian Hoyndorf joins Colt DCS as Global Senior Director of Commercial Investment & Asset Strategy.
With 25 years in corporate real estate and development, Florian has held senior positions at Cromwell Property Group, Logista, Amazon, ALDI, and co-led his own investment and development company. Most recently, Head of Development Europe at Cromwell, he brings deep expertise in major project financing, operational improvement, and team leadership. At Colt DCS, Florian will help shape the corporate development and asset strategy roadmap. He also serves as a visiting professor at ESCP Business School, sharing his knowledge across multiple campuses.
Niclas Sanfridsson, Colt DCS CEO stated:Â “I’m delighted to welcome David and Florian. Their extensive experience and strategic vision will accelerate growth, sharpen the execution of our hyperscale projects across Real Estate and Corporate Development teams, and strengthen collaboration at Colt DCS”.
