As 2025 comes to a close, Tim Hickinbottom, Head of Strategic Accounts at Datalec Precision Installations (DPI), is reflecting on a milestone year both personally and professionally. With nearly four decades in the digital infrastructure and technology sector, Hickinbottom’s perspective offers insight into how experience, adaptability, and long-term vision continue to shape growth in an evolving industry.

A Career Built on Experience and Adaptability

Hickinbottom’s career began in 1986 at Compucorp and includes formative years in the Royal Navy and with British Aerospace in Saudi Arabia. These early experiences helped shape a leadership approach grounded in resilience, discipline, and adaptability. These are qualities that remain critical as data center and mission-critical services grow more complex and globally connected.

A Defining Year 

In 2025, DPI sustained its year-on-year growth while expanding into new regions. The launch of operations in APAC, continued momentum in the Middle East, and steady growth across Europe marked one of the company’s busiest periods to date. By year-end, DPI expects to operate 23 entities worldwide, with further expansion already underway.

According to Hickinbottom, this progress reflects both strong market demand and a deliberate strategy focused on operational discipline and long-term stability.

Strategy, Engagement, and Sustainability

Behind the visible growth is a leadership team focused on reinvestment and sustainable expansion. While much of this work occurs behind the scenes, evolving strategies and internal alignment are shaping DPI’s direction.

Throughout the year, DPI reinforced its global presence at major industry events including Datacentre World and GITEX conferences across multiple regions. At the same time, the company advanced its sustainability efforts, earning recognition from CDP and EcoVadis and preparing to share its Science Based Targets.

“These initiatives matter deeply to our clients and partners,” Hickinbottom notes, emphasizing accountability and environmental stewardship as core elements of industry leadership.

Looking Ahead to 2026

As DPI looks toward 2026, Hickinbottom remains optimistic about the challenges and opportunities ahead. With hard work embedded in the company’s culture and a clear focus on innovation, DPI is positioned to continue supporting data center operators and digital infrastructure stakeholders worldwide.

“Work should be enjoyable,” Hickinbottom reflects. “It’s been an incredible journey so far, and I’m excited for what’s next.”

To explore Hickinbottom’s full reflections on 2025 and his perspective on the year ahead, read the complete blog on Datalec Precision Installations’ website here.

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Hivelocity has named David Brolsma as its new Chief Financial Officer, strengthening the company’s leadership team as it continues expanding its global bare metal, enterprise cloud, and virtual server footprint. In his new role, Brolsma will guide Hivelocity’s financial strategy, including capital planning, governance, and risk management.

Reflecting on his new role, David Brolsma shared, “I’m glad to be joining a team with such a strong focus on customer experience and collaboration. As CFO, I look forward to strengthening Hivelocity’s strategy on a global level.”

Brolsma brings over 20 years of global finance experience across high-growth technology companies. He previously served as CFO at Smarsh and held leadership roles at WP Engine and Rackspace, contributing to major acquisitions, global expansion, and Rackspace’s IPO. His background also includes finance roles at Valero Energy and EY in Europe and the U.S.

Hivelocity CEO Jeremy Pease added, “Bringing David onboard marks a significant milestone as we continue fortifying our leadership team. His expertise will be crucial to our next phase of growth.”

This latest announcement follows a period of significant momentum for the company, including ongoing global network expansion, new infrastructure investments, and enhanced cloud and bare metal offerings designed to meet rising enterprise and AI-driven workloads. The company recently advanced its collaboration with key partners such as Digital Realty and continued strengthening its leadership team through the appointment of Chief Revenue Officer Matt Schatz. These steps, along with expanded availability across international markets, underscore Hivelocity’s commitment to delivering high-performance, low-latency infrastructure worldwide.

Brolsma’s appointment reinforces the company’s dedication to disciplined expansion and customer-focused execution as demand for high-performance infrastructure continues to rise globally.

To learn more about Hivelocity’s global infrastructure offerings and services, visit hivelocity.net.

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Datalec Precision Installations (DPI) is celebrating more than a decade of growth, innovation, and excellence in building advanced data center infrastructure. Founded in 2012, DPI began with a vision to raise standards in the industry through precision, performance, and constant improvement. Today, the company employs more than 300 people and operates in over 25 countries across Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific region.

Since its first turnkey data hall fit-out in 2014, DPI has continued to grow alongside the evolving data center market. The company has become known for delivering efficient, sustainable, and flexible digital infrastructure that supports modern technology and AI applications.

DPI’s success is built on its focus on quality, hands-on delivery, and innovation. Its UK manufacturing facilities handle everything from custom enclosures to powder coating and electronic security, allowing DPI to maintain control and consistency. The company’s powder coating site has achieved a 90% reduction in material waste, reflecting its commitment to sustainability.

Strategic growth has been central to DPI’s progress. The company’s 2022 acquisition of Technivo and the launch of a 52,000 square foot manufacturing facility in the United Arab Emirates marked the start of its expansion in the Middle East. A year later, DPI entered the Asia-Pacific region, where it completed the largest GPU installation of its kind outside the United States in 2025.

Today, DPI continues to broaden its services to include consultancy, facilities management, and project advisory. With new solutions like the Hyperion Ceiling System and modular data hall designs, the company remains focused on helping clients meet growing global demand for reliable and high-performance infrastructure.

DPI’s story is one of steady growth and clear purpose. From one person’s vision to a trusted global leader, the company continues to shape the future of data centers with precision, quality, and commitment.

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